NHVR Resolves Tow Truck Length Compliance Issue
The NHVR has resolved an issue that emerged earlier this year where a tow truck operator was issued with a non-compliance notice for exceeding dimensional limits
HVNL Reform Timetable Extended As NTC Seeks More Input
The timetable for drafting of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) legislative reforms has been extended with the package now due to go to Ministers in December 2024
Plan To Mandate Acoustic Vehicle Alert Systems From 2025
Draft ADR proposes to mandate Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Systems for light vehicles from January 2025 and heavy vehicles from November 2025
HVIA Calls For Delay To Implementation Of VSB6 Update
The HVIA has called for the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator to extend the implementation date of the new version of VSB6 by an additional three months
NVHR Webinars To Provide Overview Of Freight PASS Tool
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator is hosting a series of webinars which will provide an overview of its recently launched interactive tool, Freight PASS
HVIA Call For Separation Of Euro VI, General Mass Increases
HVIA calls for separate implementation of Euro VI and productivity increases under proposed HVNL reforms in its response to National Transport Commission proposal
Braking Best: A Guide To Brake Servicing And Maintenance
HVIA tech guru Adam Ritzinger’s guide to in-service brake inspections, test methods, and equipment
HVIA Request Removal Of ‘Tipper Stability’ Calculation
HVIA has formally requested that the National Heavy Vehicle Regulatory remove the contentious ‘tipper stability’ calculation from the upcoming VSB6 update.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems Mandate Proposed
The Federal Department of Infrastructure and Transport has raised the prospect of mandating tyre pressure monitoring systems (TPMS)
HVIA State Committee Meetings Wrap-Up For 2023
The final round of HVIA State Committee Meetings for 2023 covered key regulatory, policy, and technical changes that impact members and the wider industry
Truck Width, Mass Changes Dominate HVIA Meetings
HVIA’s October State Committee Meetings are under way and generating considerable discussion around a recent changes to truck width and axle mass limits.
NHVR Launch Tool To Compare Heavy Vehicle Performance
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator this week launched a new interactive tool to help industry and road managers make more informed safety, productivity and sustainability decisions about the benefits of heavy vehicle combinations on the road network