VIC Announce LZEHV Network Expansion
Victoria’s low- and zero-emissions heavy vehicle (LZEHV) network has been expanded to include several of Melbourne’s critical freight transport links – the Burnley and Domain tunnels, and the West Gate Bridge.
HVIA Progresses Powered Trailer Trial Plan
More than 40 stakeholders representing state and federal bodies from across Australia attended a special webinar this week that presented a direct opportunity to provide feedback on draft guidelines for on-road trials of powered trailers.
HVIA Supports VIC Freight Start-Up Tech
On Wednesday last week, Freight Victoria partnered with LaunchVIC to host the inaugural ‘Innovation Mission for Freight’, a unique networking and knowledge-sharing event that brought together industry experts to explore how technology and innovation could provide solutions to challenges faced by the freight industry.
NHVR Seeks Feedback On Reg Advice
The NHVR is reviewing its ‘Regulatory Advice’ series to ensure it remains up to date, practical and most importantly, relevant for the heavy vehicle industry.
HVIA Laments Budget’s Lack of Targeted HV Measures
HVIA has called on the Australian Government to do more to support Australia’s heavy vehicle manufacturing industry following last night’s release of the 2024-25 Federal Budget.
Industry Celebrate Removal Of VIC Bridge Assessment Fees
The Victorian Government has announced plans to introduce an automated assessment program for Class 1 and 2 heavy vehicles from January 1, 2026
Deadline Looms For New Tipper Design Code
HVIA members have only two months to ensure tipping body designs comply with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s ‘J4’ code in VSB6.
Powered Trailers Guidelines
This week, HVIA has achieved a crucial milestone in its efforts to facilitate on-road trials of powered trailers, with the release of its draft guidelines to government stakeholders and wider industry for consultation.
Record Attendance At VIC Forum
HVIA’s Victorian Member Forum, hosted by CMV in Derrimut, saw over 50 professional and technical HVIA members come together to discuss key advocacy, regulatory, technical and policy issues impacting our industry.
Record Turnout At HVIA Member Forums
HVIA has kicked off its 2025 member meetings with record member turnout at events in Queensland and New South Wales.
HVIA Members Drive Change In Braking ADR
Can HVIA members change Australian Design Rules? Yes, we can - with important changes to the ADR on trailer brake systems officially becoming law on January 30 following successful representations to government by HVIA and its members!
NHVR HVIA Grant Funding Closing Soon!
In late November last year, HVIA reported that the Australian Government and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has allocated $4.2 million to round 10 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), which is dedicated to industry-led road safety projects.