Four new members have joined the HVIA family over the past few weeks, sustaining the strong growth in membership so far this year.
Headquartered in Brisbane, the national member-based industry association has expanded membership to a record 320+ heavy vehicle industry suppliers, including all of Australia’s truck OEMs and importers, almost all trailer makers and suppliers, and most parts and accessories manufacturers and distributors.
Its full suite of member services includes government advocacy, technical and HR assistance, workforce development and training programs, news and information services, networking and national events, including the world-class Brisbane Truck Show. Find out more here.
TruckScience
TruckScience’s Axle Weight Calculator is used by truck dealers, body builders, trailer manufacturers and fleets to build safe, compliant and optimised vehicles.
Its software simplifies commercial vehicle specification and layout, and is trusted throughout Australia and across the world.
The platform enables users to quickly calculate axle loads, dimensions, maximum payload and turning radius, all while instantly checking against local transport regulations.
By turning complex engineering principles into an intuitive, user-friendly tool, TruckScience helps commercial vehicle professionals:
>> Ensure compliance – testing layouts against state and national heavy vehicle regulations.
>> Optimise payloads – calculating accurate axle weights and centres of gravity.
>> Accelerate sales – producing professional, clear customer proposals in minutes.
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Lazer Lamps Australia
Lazer Lamps Australia is the local arm of British automotive lighting manufacturer Lazer Lamps, supplying premium LED auxiliary lighting to customers across Australia and New Zealand.
Established in 2010, Lazer Lamps has built a strong reputation for pairing industry-leading LED technology with automotive-grade build quality and performance. Every product is designed and manufactured in the UK, and trusted across a wide range of automotive, heavy vehicle and off-road applications worldwide.
With local warehousing in Canberra and a dedicated Australian team, Lazer Lamps provide local sales, customer service and technical support to a growing network of trade customers, distributors and end users.
Its range spans LED light bars, driving lights, work lights and vehicle-specific integration solutions.
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FleetGuru
FleetGuru is an AI-powered fleet maintenance tool, built on the belief that a safer fleet is a more productive one.
An Australian-owned and operated company, its platform is built on a deep understanding of automotive maintenance. The platform automates maintenance authorisations and payments for a network of over 12,000 service providers across Australia and New Zealand.
>> Beyond the Maintenance Intelligence (Mi) core of FleetGuru.ai is a suite of sophisticated AI agents, including:Mic, the Maintenance Intelligence Copilot: A multilingual, technical expert who can handle every incoming call from a service provider, capture every detail, and instantly convert it into a structured, digital quote. Mic’s intelligence is powered by OEM repair times, local parts catalogues, and accurate labour rates, ensuring every quote is precise, transparent and easy to approve.
>> Proactive & Automated Workflow: FleetGuru.ai’s agents can proactively schedule vehicle services with drivers and even manage the full payment process. This seamless digital workflow eliminates phone tag, reduces human error and ensures that every job is managed from start to finish without the manual back-and-forth.
>> Deep, Actionable Insights: The AI Insights Agent continuously analyses a fleet’s costs and performance. It can compare expenses, forecast future costs or identify trends, providing a level of insight that goes beyond basic reporting.
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EquipSpecs
EquipSpecs supplies premium vehicle inspection and workshop equipment across Australia, representing leading manufacturers including Ryme Worldwide, Autolift and Velyen.
Ryme equipment has been proving itself in Australia since 2009, and EquipSpecs now builds on that established history with specialist knowledge, 20+ years of industry experience and a strong commitment to the Australian market.
Its range includes roller brake testers, axle play detectors, vehicle lifts, pit jacks and automatic pit covers.
From equipment selection through to installation, commissioning, training and aftersales support, EquipSpecs provides complete solutions designed to maximise workshop productivity, equipment performance and long-term return on investment.
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