Industry Urged To Shape Training Reform
HVIA members are encouraged to get involved in AUSMASA’s expanding “Driving Industry Conversations” series, with registrations now open for a range of consultations, webinars and workforce roundtables focused on the future of automotive skills, training and workforce development.
New Era Of Auto PBS Approvals Nears
Last week, the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads gave HVIA members a timely progress update on the new National Automated Access System.
HVIA Opposes Draft WA Roll Coupling Policy
HVIA has finalised its submission to the Main Roads Western Australia draft roll coupling policy, following several weeks of in-depth member consultations.
NHVR Offers PBS Scheme Webinar
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator will host a 45-minute webinar on Wednesday, July 29 at 1:00pm on Australia’s Performance Based Standards (PBS) scheme, to update industry on recent changes and new initiatives.
Unilever Signs On To Electrify Road Freight
Electric road freight company New Energy Transport (NET) has taken delivery its first Volvo electric truck and signed leading global consumer goods company Unilever as a foundation customer.
Volvo Builds First Oz-Made Electric Trucks
Volvo Group Australia has today rolled the first Australian-made electric trucks off its production line in Wacol, Queensland. These are the first electric trucks manufactured in Australia by an OEM, and a milestone for the nation’s manufacturing capability, workforce and […]
Craig Lee Appointed To Steer Drake Group
The draw of running an iconic Australian company that actually “makes things” was the key attraction for former Penske Australia and New Zealand chief Craig Lee joining The Drake Group as Group General Manager.
HVIA Unveils Agenda For Member Forums
HVIA have now released the preliminary agenda for the next round of Member Forums, to be held in capital cities across Australia in late July.
Show Students Where STEM Comes To Life
HVIA members are invited to share the heavy vehicle industry’s extraordinary innovation story at the CSIRO’s #WithSTEMYouCan Careers Expo to be held in Western Sydney on Wednesday, August 5.
HVIA Awards: Apprentice Wows Judges
Joshua McNicol from Tefco was a crowd favourite, taking out the Vehicle Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year award (sponsored by Wurth) at the 2025 HVIA National Awards.
The Industry School Confirms Melbourne Expansion
The Industry School has announced its proposed expansion into Melbourne, bringing its industry-led education model to Victoria for the first time.
Freighter Strengthens Leadership Team
Following the recent appointment of Michael Temminghoff as CEO, Freighter Group has announced two key appointments to its senior leadership team.