HVIA Attends First Vehicle Standards Committee Meeting
HVIA meets with Federal Department of Infrastructure to discuss vehicle standards issues, including safety and environmental standards for heavy vehicles
NHVR release local government road managers’ info hub
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator releases new online information hub to support local government and road managers
NHVR Responds Quickly to PBS Portal Concerns
The NHVR has stepped in to alleviate concerns that changes to the design approvals process on the regulator's PBS Portal will increase costs to industry.
Call for action on NHVR PBS Portal issues answered
On the eve of the round of HVIA State Committee meetings this month, members raised concerns regarding a recent and unannounced change to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s PBS Portal.
New guidance for PBS access at greater masses
The NHVR’s new guidance replaces previously published advice relating to Tier 2 and 3 assessments and guides operators through the process of applying for a PBS permit under the Tier 2/3 bridge assessment option.
Low-Speed Swept Path and Tail Swing options paper
As part of an on-going review of the PBS standards that kicked off in 2019, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator has released a detailed options paper that explores possible improvements to the PBS low speed turning performance standard, and its related performance measures.
HPFV network updates from Freight Victoria
Freight Victoria staff delivered a valuable update on Victoria’s High Productivity Freight Vehicle (HPFV) policy and networks for HVIA members this week.
HVIA and NHVR techsperts tackling policy challenges
Newly-minted Chief Technical Officer, Adam Ritzinger, and Manager of Member Engagement, Harrison Hunkin are on the case for HVIA members.
HVIA cautiously optimistic towards PBS 2.0
The PBS scheme should be better used as a mechanism for promoting the uptake of safer high-productivity vehicles according to HVIA. The comments form part of HVIA’s submission responding to the NHVR’s Performance Based Standards (PBS) 2.0 discussion paper, and follow extensive consultation with HVIA members and stakeholders.
HVIA draft submission – PBS 2.0 Discussion Paper
HVIA has circulated its draft submission on the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s PBS 2.0 Discussion Paper for review by members.
It’s not too late to have your say on PBS 2.0
HVIA’s Greg Forbes says the level of member engagement on the NHVR's PBS 2.0 discussion paper shows how important the scheme is to the heavy vehicle industry.
Truck and dog notice forum success
The Class 3 Truck and Dog Notice created a stir on its release but has gone on to be the catalyst for great industry-regulator collaboration.