Member Update: LZEV Axle Mass Limit Increases
HVIA is continuing its important advocacy work with the Australian states that have announced axle mass limit increases for next-generation low and zero emission heavy vehicles in trials and other initiatives
Advantia Project Aims To Streamline PBS Accessibility
HVIA member Advantia Transport Consulting is seeking industry feedback on a project to advance Performance Based Standards vehicle accessibility
HVIA Releases Details Of New Member Forums
HVIA has unveiled the dates and locations for the remaining member meetings scheduled for 2024 – lock them in your diary!
NTC Seeks Further Consultation On Review Of DG Code
The National Transport Commission has launched a new round of consultation on the comprehensive review of the Australian Code for the transport of dangerous goods by road and rail
New NHVR Loading Guides Available Online
The NHVR is progressively releasing a series of loading guides for heavy vehicles on its website
HVIA To Attend Vehicle Standards Consultative Forum
HVIA Chief Technical Officer Adam Ritzinger will be attending the next Vehicle Standards Consultative Forum in Canberra in March
New RAV Site Incorporates Safer Freight Vehicles
The NHVR has launched a new RAV website that features improved user-friendliness and also includes Safer Freight Vehicle information on relevant approval
Qld Rejects Plan To Extend Electrical Licensing To EV’s
The Queensland Government has rejected a proposal to extend the electrical licensing framework to cover electric vehicle
HVIA Raise Alarm On PBS Notice Interpretation Change
HVIA has recently become aware of a situation where some operators have been denied network access for specific truck/trailer combinations, despite meeting all published legal requirements
NHVR Extends Transitional Arrangements For VSB6
The NHVR has extended the current transitional arrangements allowing authorised examiners and signatories to certify tipper bodies under the old VSB6 v3.1 Section J requirements until July 1, 2024
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
Partnership To Underpin Growth Of Hydrogen Skills Set
Hyzon Motors Australia and the Kangan Institute have joined forces to develop an innovative Hydrogen Education and Training Precinct that will support local learning, training, and modern manufacturing