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.
RVSA videos, webinars and issues portal
The Department of Infrastructure has created a YouTube channel with videos regarding the RVSA. The first one covers the opt-in process for Vehicle Type Approvals.
Discussion paper on new Fatigue Rules released
The National Transport Commission has released a discussion paper on proposed changes to the fatigue management rules under the heavy vehicle national law.
Department urges early VTA opt-ins
While VTA opt-ins are technically available until 31 December, the Department of Infrastructure is urging vehicle manufacturers to get their opt-in submissions in before 1 December to ensure they are processed in time.
NTC lays out consultation roadmap for HVNL
The National Transport Commission has laid out the road map for the consultation process on the Heavy Vehicle National Law with fatigue management the first cab off the rank.
Release of Consultation Draft: VSB6 Section J4 – Tipper Bodies
HVIA is facilitating a series of web meetings for members to discuss the draft VSB 6 Section J4 covering Tipper Bodies.
Electromobility – a new set of skills challenges
Before the roll-out of zero emissions trucks can happen in earnest, there are a range of significant common challenges that will require a coordinated and strategic approach to resolve.