Save The Date For Q3 HVIA Member Meetings
The next round of HVIA member meetings will be staged in late August, covering off the latest developments in government policy and legislation of relevance to the heavy vehicle industry
HVIA To Attend Vehicle Standards Consultative Forum
HVIA Chief Technical Officer Adam Ritzinger will be attending the next Vehicle Standards Consultative Forum in Brisbane in September
HVIA Celebrates Final Version Of New Tipper Design Code
On July 1, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator released the final version of its ‘J4’ tipper body design code, marking the conclusion of a lengthy period of industry consultation – and a major win for industry
Collaboration Secures Win on Next-Gen Brake Regs
HVIA is representing the interests of brake system suppliers to smooth regulatory pathway for next-generation braking systems
HVIA CEO Endures Cold + Mud To Promote HV Careers
Promoting careers in the heavy vehicle industry is a long-standing priority for HVIA and last week CEO Todd Hacking was challenged by Shay Chalmers, CEO of long-term member GLT, to put his money where his mouth was
Tony O’Connell Appointed VP Mack Trucks Australia
Volvo Group Australia has announced the appointment of Tony O’Connell as the new Vice President of Mack Trucks Sales, commencing in October 2024
TfNSW Publish Notice For Zero-Emission Heavy Vehicles
Transport for NSW has published a Notice enabling access to the State Road network for the additional masses required for zero emission heavy vehicles, with exceptions such as load-limited bridges and third-party infrastructure
Prestigious Award Win Pumps Up Base Air’s Pitch
For Gold Coast-based Base Air, snaring the prestigious Safety Innovation Award in the 2023 HVIA National Awards provided invaluable independent “validation” of its highly innovative air pressure control system that it has been able to leverage with potential customers and other stakeholders
Last Chance To Win 1946 Ford Jailbar Vintage Truck
It’s the last chance for motoring enthusiasts to get their hands on the wheel of a highly sought-after 1946 Ford Jailbar truck, with ‘Bonnie’ to be raffled in Townsville this Sunday, July 7
Department Updates Guidance On Vehicle Recalls
The Department of Infrastructure has produced a suppliers’ guide on applying for and managing “not-reporting” status for voluntary recalls
New Award Rates Available Following Wage Review
Updated pay guides have been released for the Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award and the Clerks Private Sector Award to take account of last month’s increase in the national minimum wage
AUSMASA Seeks Insights Into Automotive Skill Shortages
The Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance is undertaking independent research to understand and address skill shortages facing the Australian automotive industry