HVIA Launches New Women’s Network
HVIA is excited to kick-off 2026 with our newly created Women’s Network – an initiative aimed at providing support to females who are part of HVIA member organisations.
Future Looks Bright For Status Lights
This week HVIA and its members released a submission to the Vehicle Consultative Standards Forum on heavy vehicle and trailer status lights and displays.
HV Modifiers Working Group Launched
HVIA is excited to reveal we will be kicking off the first meeting for our new Heavy Vehicle Modifiers Working Group later this month.
HVIA Provide Feedback On DSUB Review
Thank you to all our members who contributed to the latest Directional Stability Under Braking submission for the updated Performance Based Standards requirements
PBS Standards Consultation Extended
The NHVR has approved a request by HVIA to extend the feedback deadline on its paper for the Phase 4 PBS standards review of the High-Speed and Stability Standard under Performance Based Standards (PBS).
NHVR Seek Feedback On PBS Standards
PBS updates are a hot topic at the moment with the NHVR releasing two consultations in one week for updates to the standards, including a general review of the High-Speed and Stability Standard.
DSUB For PBS Consultation Paper Released
Last week, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) released the final Consultation Paper for the revised Directional Stability Under Braking (DSUB) Technical Standard and implementation approach to industry.
Call For Feedback On Trailer Status Lights
HVIA’s Trailer Status Light Working Group is putting together a submission for the Vehicle Standards Consultative Forum (VSCF) to create a category within the ADRs for externally fitted trailer status lights and give guidance on what fitment options would be compliant.
Members Urged To Join Working Groups
Did you know that HVIA has a series of Technical Working Groups across a diverse range of industry needs and componentry? From lighting to braking systems, telematics to heavy vehicle modifications, tyres, powered trailers and more, we are covering key topics which effect the heavy vehicle industry in Australia.
Report Reveals Decline In RVSA Apps
With Christmas nearing, and just a few months of the year to go, it appears that assessors at the Federal Department of Infrastructure have seen some relief in the number of Road Vehicle Standards-related applications received so far in 2025.
Guide To Vehicle Approvals Renewals
Did you know that approvals under the Road Vehicle Standards laws are granted for seven years, unless revoked earlier, and will expire after this time unless renewed?
Member Concerns Raised On ROVER Delays
Recently members contacted HVIA with concerns around waiting times for Vehicle Type Approval variation submissions exceeding 60 days lodged with ROVER, the online portal for applications and approvals under the Road Vehicle Standards legislation.