HVIA Release Agenda For Member Forum
HVIA has released the agenda for its next Member Forum, to be held online on Thursday, November 13, 2025 – the last chance for members to get together on a national level before the end of the 2025 calendar year.
NTC HVNL Mass/Dimension Regs Update
Attendees at HVIA’s mid-year Member Forums received key updates on coming changes to the Heavy Vehicle National Law from Aaron De Rozario, Executive Leader of Regulatory Reform at the National Transport Commission.
Govt Guides Future Technology Initiatives
On Friday last week the Federal Government released two key documents related to technology and transport, being the National Road Transport Technology Strategy, and the 2024-27 National Connected and Automated Vehicle Action Plan.
HV Test Centre Design Feedback Sought
Industry feedback is being sought on a number of preliminary site designs for the planned Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre (FMTRC) to be constructed in New South Wales.
HVIA Seek Feedback On ADR Changes
HVIA is seeking feedback from members on the ADR ‘alternative standards’ omnibus instrument prepared by the Federal Department of Infrastructure.
HVIA Responds To NHVR Corporate Plan
On September 18 the NHVR released its 2025-28 corporate plan, which outlines how the regulator will deliver on its safety, productivity and sustainability objectives in the short and medium term.
HVIA Responds To PBS Brake Review
HVIA has called for amendments to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s proposed changes to the requirements for the Performance Based Standards (PBS) Directional Stability Under Braking standard.
Load Restraint Guide Feedback Sought
In June, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator announced a comprehensive review of the load restraint guide for heavy vehicles. The window of opportunity for submitting a response is rapidly closing, with the consultation period ending COB Friday, September 12.
HVIA Calls For Expressions Of Interest In TSX26
HVIA is now seeking expressions of interest to present at the highly anticipated TruckShowX 2026 to be held on May 18-19 at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley.
HVIA Members Receive HVNL Update
Attendees at HVIA’s mid-year Member Forums received key updates on coming changes to the Heavy Vehicle National Law from Aaron De Rozario, Executive Leader of Regulatory Reform at the National Transport Commission.
NSW Test And Research Centre To Cater For HVs
Transport for New South Wales has updated HVIA on its plans to develop a Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre at Cudal, in regional New South Wales, confirming it will meet most of our requirements deemed necessary for it to accommodate heavy vehicles.
Webinar Unpacks Proposed Master Code Changes
A proposed update of the NHVR’s ‘Master Code’ represents a major restructure and expansion that could influence how safety and risk are managed across the supply chain.