Consumer Guarantees and Supplier Indemnification Provisions under the spotlight
A new discussion paper, discussing the Consumer Guarantees and Supplier Indemnification Provisions under the Australian Consumer Law (ACL), specifically looks at proposed changes related to new motor vehicles in response to high volumes of complaints.
New RVSA guidance videos now available
The Department of Infrastructure has released a video of their webinar covering Low ATM Trailers. Presentation slides are also available.
The AdBlue ‘crisis’ is more of a wake-up call
The AdBlue ‘crisis’, as it being called, is more of a wake-up call than a catastrophe. If the worse case scenario eventuates – it is true that a substantial part of our road transport fleet could be grounded. However, the Government and industry’s collaborative efforts are already delivering some positive outcomes.
Truck and trailer width review a long way from resolved
HVIA has welcomed news that proposed amendments to truck and trailer width will be circulated for comment and further explorations into their productivity and cost impact. The proposed amendments are the result of the Safer Freight Vehicles reforms, a process that was begun by the national Transport Commission in March of this year.
HVIA State Committee online special recording – Dec 2021
This is a special recording of the December 2021 HVIA State Committee meeting as the live stream experienced technical difficulties.
Keeping calm on AdBlue
As the security of future AdBlue supply concerns started to emerge, rather than publicly call for action, HVIA set about trying to manage the issue behind the scenes. Our fear was that any publicity would incite panic buying and exacerbate industry fears.
Advanced Emergency Braking ADR’s for Light Goods Vehicles legislated
Mandating Advanced Emergency Braking (AEB) for light vehicles was identified as a priority in Future Steps of the National Road Safety Strategy 2011-2020 (NRSS) as well as a Priority Action of the National Road Safety Action Plan 2018-2020 (NRSAP).
HVIA welcomes Government investment in Future Fuels infrastructure
HVIA has welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of increased funding for infrastructure to support the rollout of battery and fuel cell electric vehicles.
How the Government’s statement at COP26 affects you
The Australian Government's 2021 Low Emissions Technology Statement goes some way to addressing the chicken and egg dilemma: How will there be an adequate demand for the new technology if the energy supply and infrastructure isn't in place? And who will invest in the infrastructure if there isn't a market to support it?
ABN is key to resolving VTA opt-in rejections
Vehicle type approval "opt-in" applications are now being processed more efficiently thanks to the use of applicants' ABN.
PBS notice takes a step in the right direction
The heavy vehicle industry has welcomed the NHVR’s announcement of a new gazette notice that reduces reliance on permits for some Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles.
New PBS access notice provides permit-free travel
A new notice delivered by the NHVR will give eligible Performance Based Standards (PBS) vehicles immediate network access when they receive a vehicle approval with a Tier 1 bridge assessment.