International symposium HVTT-17 coming to BTS23
The International Forum for Heavy Vehicle Transport and Technology will come to Brisbane for HVTT-17 on the eve of the 2023 Brisbane Truck Show.
HVIA interactive online training endorsed to improve heavy vehicle safety
HVIA's “Safety Through Education” project will receive key funding through the NHVR’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative, supported by the Federal Government.
Industry Celebrates as PBS Tyre Changes Given Green Light
Trailer manufacturers, tyre manufacturers and suppliers, heavy vehicle operators and PBS assessors will all win once the decision by the Infrastructure and Transport Ministers Meeting (ITMM) to use generic tyre data in PBS assessments is fully implemented.
National Cabinet charges transport ministers with removing border problems
“The truckies, they're doing a great job keeping Australia moving and we want to minimise that inconvenience for them,” the Prime Minister said: last night, following the National Cabinet meeting.
ROVER has been let off the leash
The Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) has gone live this week following a much delayed, somewhat controversial development, and serious concerns about its ambitious rollout.
Keeping Australia Moving collectible – Straight to the poolroom
The Australian heavy vehicle industry presented Assistant Minister for Road Safety and Freight Transport Scott Buchholz MP with a memento to thank him for his tireless efforts in supporting the industry through one of the most challenging periods in the nation’s history.
Time to unveil the future of fuels
The Australian Government has committed to support low emission technologies across the innovation chain, and the 2021 Brisbane Truck Show is the place to see where that is taking us.
Looking for answers to supply chain breakdowns
Supply chain resilience and its systemic vulnerability have been badly exposed by the challenges posed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Government’s travel boost makes heading to Brisbane a no-brainer
The Australian Government’s announcement of half-price air travel makes travel to Queensland for the 2021 Brisbane Truck Show a no-brainer according to Heavy Vehicle Australia Chief Executive Todd Hacking.
Government Backs Thousands of New Apprentice and Trainee Jobs
HVIA has welcomed the expansion of the Australian Government’s targeted wage subsidy program for apprentices and trainees, as part of the National Economic Recovery Plan.
Tickets now on sale for BTS21
All the required boxes have been checked - it’s go time; tickets are now on sale for the 2021 Brisbane Truck Show.
Truckies praised for logistics behind COVID-19 vaccination roll-out
Truckies have received some well-earned praise for the planning and success of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution into regional areas and across Australia.