IAA Showcases ‘Software Defined Vehicles’
‘Software Defined Vehicles’ emerged as key industry theme at IAA Transportation in Hannover.
NHVR Twin-Steer Notice Revoked
The NHVR has revoked a notice that granted exemptions from prescribed mass requirements for Euro VI twin-steer vehicles and made provision for them to operate with a pair of steerable axles up to 2.5m apart.
HVIA Unveils Member Forums Agenda
HVIA has released the preliminary agenda for the next round of Member Forums, to be held in capital cities across Australia in October and November.
Members Urged To Submit Apps
HVIA members have been advised to submit ROVER applications to ensure assessment and approval prior to the end of the 2026 calendar year.
Decarbonisation Debate Heats Up In Europe
While decarbonisation, energy efficiency, productivity and alternative fuels remained front-and-centre at the recent IAA Transportation commercial vehicle expo in Hannover, many conversations led to the stringent emissions targets that are set to be imposed on European trailer manufacturers.
HVIA Has Say On Pavement Review
Following an internal member webinar in mid-September, HVIA has collated member feedback and submitted its formal response to the NHVR’s Pavement Horizontal Loading Standard review.
HVIA Attend UN Meeting In Geneva
HVIA staff recently stopped over in Geneva to attend the 26th session of the GRVA, which is the United Nations Working Party on Automated/Autonomous and Connected Vehicles.
Future Fuels In Focus At IAA Transportation
The race for freight transport fuels of the future is shaping up to be a multi-horse event, with truck manufacturers and energy suppliers showcasing a diverse range of powertrains and energy sources at IAA Transportation in Hannover, the leading biennial European international trade event for commercial vehicles, logistics, and the transportation sector.
Lightweight Tag Axle Extends BEV Capacity
Major European truck OEMs featured extended range battery-electric trucks at IAA Transportation this September. IAA is the leading European international trade event for commercial vehicles, logistics, and the transportation sector, and takes place in Hannover, Germany, every two years.
Revised Pavement Standards Discussed
HVIA members have discussed the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s proposed changes to the Pavement Horizontal Loading Standard (PHLS) in the Performance Based Standards (PBS) scheme.
NHVR Revises Pavement Loading Standards
HVIA is consulting with members on the NHVR’s proposed changes to Pavement Horizontal Loading Standard in the Performance Based Standards (PBS) scheme.
HVIA Changes: To SUPS Or Not To SUPS?
HVIA members have raised a multitude of issues that are progressively being uncovered as they grapple with the August 1 changes to the Heavy Vehicle National Law.