Member Advice – HVNL + ADR Interactions
HVIA investigates the interactions between the updated Heavy Vehicle National Law and existing Australian Design Rules.
Roll-Coupling + Trailer Wiring Feedback Call
This week, Main Roads WA will hold a public online meeting to discuss its new draft roll coupling policy, and HVIA will hold a member-only meeting to discuss options for trailer wiring regulations.
Pioneering Vision Becomes A Reality
Last week, electric heavy vehicle infrastructure pioneer NewVolt hosted more than 80 people on the site of what is set to become Australia’s first open-access battery electric truck charging hub – the first of three in Melbourne.
WA Proposes New Roll Coupling Policy
On Monday, June 8, the Heavy Vehicle Services team within Main Roads WA announced consultation on a new draft roll coupling policy for the state.
HVIA Seeks Views On Trailer Wiring Regs
HVIA’s Trailer Wiring Working Group will meet online on Thursday, June 18 to discuss options for updating the trailer wiring arrangements in ADR 42/05.
Brace Yourself: New HVNL Starts Aug 1
The long-awaited Heavy Vehicle National Law update will commence on August 1, 2026, as confirmed last Friday in a joint statement released by the National Transport Commission and National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.
HVRAS Scheme Abolished. What’s Next?
Queensland’s Heavy Vehicle Registration Assessment Scheme ends June 30, 2026. What happens then?
Amendments Clarify ADRs For LZEVs
The Federal Department of Infrastructure is seeking to clarify requirements for BEVs, FCEVs and noise testing in minor ADR amendments.
NHVR Updating Mass + Dimension Notices
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator is in the process of updating notices impacted by Heavy Vehicle National Law mass and dimension regulation changes.
Members Drive Road Rules Review Response
HVIA has submitted a response to the NTC’s review of Australian Road Rule 108, which relates to truck and bus low-gear signs.
Record Attendance At Q1 Member Forums
HVIA members rounded out last week with two exceptional Member Forums that again broke attendance records for Western Australia and New South Wales.
VIC Member Forum Attracts Record Turnout
HVIA has kicked off its 2026 Member Forums with record member turnout in Victoria and a great showing in Queensland.