Update Issued On ‘Opt-In’ Type Approvals
HVIA recommends all members review their component and vehicle approvals to ensure on-going compliance with the new Road Vehicle Standards Act that came into effect on July 1, 2021.
Registrations Open For Member Forums
Registrations are now open for the next round of HVIA Member Forums featuring new locations and formats for WA and NSW-based members – including site tours of hosts Bruce Rock Engineering’s WA manufacturing facility and Zenobe’s off-site electric truck charging hub in Mascot, Sydney!
Braking Standards Changes Finalised
Yesterday, the NHVR announced the finalisation of its changes to the Directional Stability Under Braking (DSUB) standard in the Performance Based Standards (PBS) scheme.
HVIA Responds To PBS Standards Review
This week, HVIA provided its response to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) review of the high-speed and stability standards in the Australian PBS scheme.
Dates Set For 2026 Q1 Member Forums
Kicking off a packed agenda of events for 2026 will be the quarter one round of HVIA Member Forums, held in capital cities around the country.
HVIA Responds To NTC HVNL MDL Review
Last week, HVIA provided its response to the National Transport Commission’s (NTC) review of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) Mass and Dimension regulations.
HVIA Finalises Response To PBS Review
Following extensive consultation with HVIA’s Performance Based Standards (PBS) working group in December 2025, HVIA has finalised its response to the NHVR’s high-speed PBS standards review.
Inside VIC’s New Bridge Assessment System
Last week, HVIA staff received a sneak peek at what Freight Victoria has under the Christmas tree for the heavy vehicle industry - and among the biggest gifts will be the Heavy Vehicle Structural Assessment Permit System (HVSAPS) set to be unwrapped early in the new year.
HVNL MDL Regs Consultation Open
The NTC has formally opened consultation on its proposed series of amendments to the Mass, Dimension and Loading regulations in the Heavy Vehicle National Law.
HVIA Gets Update On Twin-Steer Notice
At a recent meeting with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) in early December, HVIA staff received an update on allowances for twin-steer heavy vehicles within the national regulations.
West Gate Tunnel Officially Opens
On the morning of Sunday, December 14, 2025, the West Gate Tunnel Project officially opened to traffic.
HVIA To Stage TruckShowX 2026 Webinar
HVIA is pleased to announce a special member webinar on TruckShowX 2026 to be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:00pm (AEDT).