New Measures Tackle Fuel Supply, Prices
The Australian Government this week unveiled a series of significant measures aimed at addressing growing industry concerns about fuel supply and pricing, including a halving of the fuel excise and the removal of the heavy-vehicle road user charge for the next three months.
Pay Day Super Set To Kick In From July 1
Employers need to start preparing for the introduction of Payday Super from July 1, 2026, advises HVIA EmployerAssist provider Industry Legal Group.
New Prez For Velocity Truck Centres
Velocity Truck Centres has appointed Guy Hoffensetz as President of its Australian operation, reporting for Velocity Vehicle Group’s CEO Brad Fauvre, effective March 30.
$25.2m For Truck Fast Charging Network
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency has announced up to $25.3 million in funding for NewVolt to build a shared fast‑charging network for electric trucks in Victoria.
Zenobē Commits $100m To Fast Track ZEVs
Zenobē has announced a $100 million commitment to accelerate the rollout of zero-emission freight across Australia, which could support a doubling of heavy commercial electric trucks and the charging infrastructure required to power them.
Standards Tweaked To Get Diesel Flowing
The Australian Government has temporarily made a minor adjustment to diesel standards, which will help suppliers bring more fuel into the domestic market for farmers, truckers and regional communities.
Fuel Supply + Pricing Update: March 24
Fuel supply to Australia remains stable and most ships continue to arrive unimpeded, despite reports of fuel outages especially in regional areas and among independent retailers.
HVIA’s CTO Addresses CILTA Event
HVIA’s Chief Technical Officer Adam Ritzinger will discuss technology and decarbonisation in the trucking industry at a special presentation for CILTA members and guests in Newcastle on Thursday, March 26.
Apps Open For VIC Freight Decarb Program
The Victorian Government has opened applications for the $8 million Freight Decarbonisation Co-Investment Program which will provide grants of up to $300,000 for small and medium-sized freight businesses.
Fuel Security Update: March 20, 2026
HVIA attended the National Coordination Mechanism’s National Fuel Supply Briefing yesterday afternoon at which the National Emergency Management Agency provided an update on the key issues of supply and pricing. The briefing was delivered by Deputy Coordinator General, Katarina Carroll,...
Lower Fuel Standards Don’t Apply To Diesel
HVIA has confirmed that the temporary relaxation of Australian fuel quality standards to boost supply and put downward pressure on prices applies only to petrol, not diesel.
Penske Townsville Named Dealer Of Year
Penske Townsville has been awarded 2025 Dealer of the Year, receiving the prestigious platinum award as the top-performing dealership across Penske Australia & New Zealand’s truck dealer network.