Talk the Torque Archive

Talk the Torque – 2024-04-17
Aussie Hay Runners Feature; Call For Input On DG Code Review; Minister Visits Robuk; Apps Open For CSIRO Growth Program; Feedback Sought On Mobile Crane Code; Limited TSX Tickets Available; Daimler Add Dealer; New Volvo Trucks VP + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-04-10
NHVR Issue Updated Tipper Modification Code; HVIA Call For HV Focus In EV Inquiry; Hino Charge On To TSX Drive Program; New ‘Right to Disconnect’ Law Unpacked; Hammar Celebrate 50 Years With New Model Launches + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-04-03
Details Revealed On NSW ZEV Axle Mass Limits; Steve Brooks Joins ROADBOSS; Draft Sustainability Reporting Bill Released; Onboard Fennell Forestry AB-Triples; Real-Life Decarbonisation Case Studies; CSIRO Kick Starts R&D Projects + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-03-27
HVIA Seek Powered Trailer Regs Changes; ROADBOSS’s Trip From The HEART; Member Spotlight On Base Air; Expert Talks Future Fuels; VIC Invest In Driver Training; Axle Mass Limits Update; Climate Change Authority Joins TruckShowX + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-03-20
ACCC Issue Greenwashing Warning; ROADBOSS London Feature; Project To Streamline PBS Accessibility; Depot Of The Future Launch; VIC Abolish Stamp Duty On Biz Property; TruckShowX Drive Program Regos; New Brisbane Truck Show Manager + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-03-13
Ron Finemore Feature; Australian-First Off-Grid ZEV Fleet; QLD Announce Axle Mass Increase For ZEVs; NTC Consult On DG Code; Hyzon Launch HD HFCEV; Daimler Truck Join TruckShowX Drive Program + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-03-06
Volvo + Foton Join TruckShowX Program; VIC Freezes WorkCover Premiums; Multi-Combos Hit 45% Of Fleet; Futurists To Reveal Powered Trailer Concepts; Guide To Govt Grants; Level Crossing Collisions Study; HVIA’s New Meeting Format + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-02-28
Kenworth, DAF Join TruckShowX Drive Day; Fraser’s Livestock Transport Video; NewVolt Charges Ahead With Rollout; NSW Manufacturing Grants; New ROADBOSS Magazine; Wireless Charging Trial; Dana, SAF-Holland Added To TruckShowX + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-02-21
TruckShowX Releases Jam-Packed Program; Epic ROADBOSS HEART5 Video; HVIA + Healthy Heads Partnership; NHVR Assumes Qld Enforcement Powers; Hazard Perception Test For HV Drivers; Renewable Diesel Project Milestone + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-02-14
Details Of New Driver Licensing Framework Revealed; Key Net Zero Transport Advisor Joins TruckShowX; Smaller Contractors Get Collective Bargaining Power; NTC Seek Feedback On New HVNL Penalties; Video Relives BTS23 Highlights + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-02-07
2025 Brisbane Truck Show Dates Announced; ROADBOSS Rides With Titans Of Timber; NTI Signs On As TruckShowX Sponsor; Global Rental Giant Takes Control Of Eurocold; State Committee Meetings Agenda Released; Autocare Services Sale + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-01-31
BEV Charging Pioneer Joins TruckShowX; Landmark COR Case; Green Hydrogen Hub For Qld; New Volvos Set For Local Production; Inquiry Looks At Renewable Diesel Standards; Road Safety Grants Extended + More

Talk the Torque – 2024-01-24
Landmark Licensing Reforms; NatRoad Partners With TruckShowX; Call For Road Access Reform; ROADBOSS Issue 2 Sneek Peak; Fraser’s Livestock + MGM Bulk Image Galleries; Industry Growth Grants Open + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-12-20
Labour Market Test For Overseas Workers Relaxed; Concerns Raised About Truck And Dog PBS Interpretation; TruckShowX Tickets On Sale; NHVR Delay VSB6 Update; Tow Truck Length Issue Resolved; Hydrogen Education and Training Precinct + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-12-13
HVNL Reform Timetable Extended; Safety Initiative Aims To Stop ‘Spilt Milk’; Best Practice Load Restraint, Tyre Management Guides; NSW Imposes New Conditions For PBS Vehicles; HVIA Unveil 2024 Committee Meetings + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-12-06
Call For Delay On VSB6 Update; Plan To Mandate Vehicle Alert Systems From 2025; HVIA Awards Image Gallery; NHVR Launch Pavement Impact Comparo Tool; Applications Open For National Reconstruction Fund + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-11-29
HVIA National Award Winners; NTRO Partners On TruckShowX; Engineer Registration Scheme Deadline Looms; VIC Hydrogen Hub Launch; Minister Signs ZEV ADRs; TAFE QLD Apprentice Awards + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-11-22
Call For Split Of Euro VI, General Mass Increases; HVIA Advocates For Industry In Canberra; Best Practice Brake Guide; Renewable Energy Hub Reaches Milestone; HVIA National Awards Tickets Still On Sale + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-11-15
HVIA Calls For VSB6 Update Amendments; Apprentice Of The Year Award Finalists; Passion Drives Pilbara Heavy Haulage Girls; Work Starts On HV Training Facility; Plan To Abolish HV Rego Assessment Scheme + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-11-08
Tyre Pressure Monitoring Systems Mandate Proposal; Safety Innovation Award Finalists; ROADBOSS Heather Bone + Mario Giacci Features; TruckShowX ZEV Case Studies Call; Funding For HV Freight Routes + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-11-01
Call For Mass Limits Consistency; Product Innovation Award Finalists; Apprentice Challenge Winners Go Trackside; Super Truck Racing Legend Frank Amoroso; BRE’s New Facility; Volvo Launches ‘Iron Women’ Program + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-10-25
Talk the Torque: HVIA Southern Region Awards Finalists; ROADBOSS Musters Outback Adventure; Daimler Welcomes Mass Limits Changes; HVIA State Committee Meetings; 3G Network Shutdown Fact Sheet + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-10-18
Talk the Torque: Axle Mass Revolution; SA Trial Extends To Rigids; MGM Bulk Video; NHVR HV Comparison Tool; Hydrogen Powered Waste Truck + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-10-11
Talk the Torque: NTC Considers Mass + Dimensions Increases; QLD Unveils EV Apprenticeship; VIC Engineer Rego Deadline Looms; State Committee Meetings Agenda Released; HVIA Awards Dinner Tickets On Sale + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-10-04
Talk the Torque: Landmark Mass Increases For ZEV Trials; New ADRs To Support Increased Vehicle Width; HVIA Awards Gala Dinner Tickets; Data Points To Mild Manufacturing Slowdown + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-09-28
Historic Truck Width Increase; Jobs White Paper; Road Boss Reveals; Bumper State Committee Meetings; Member News + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-09-20
Axle Mass Limit Review; Tag Trailer Mass Reform; Vehicle Standards Committee Meets; R&D Tax Incentive Deadline + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-09-13
HVIA Appoints Advocacy Officer; New Heavy Vehicle Safety Courses; Penske + Daimler Expand Dealerships; Machinery Manufacturing Contracts; Input Sought On EV Training + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-09-06
HVIA CEO Workforce Panel Appointment; 3G Network Closure Webinar; Road Managers Info Hub; Rural Road Safety; VTA Award Winners + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-08-30
Tow Truck Compliance Issue; Road Boss Sneak Peak; Renewable Diesel Refinery; DGL Code Review + More

Talk the Torque – 2023-08-23
We want to celebrate your achievements – 2023 HVIA National Awards

Talk the Torque – 2023-08-16
We want to celebrate your achievements – 2023 HVIA National Awards

Talk the Torque – 2023-08-09
NHVR supports VSB6 extension

Talk the Torque – 2023-08-02
NHVR intervention needed on VSB6 implementation

Talk the Torque – 2023-07-26
HVIA’s new industry magazine revealed

Talk the Torque – 2023-07-19
HVIA’s National Awards celebrate leadership, talent and innovation

Talk the Torque – 2023-07-12
Regulatory impacts, couplings project, 3G exit, HR service & more

Talk the Torque – 2023-07-05
Full state committee agendas | Welcome to new CEO’s

Talk the Torque – 2023-06-28
No slowing down – EofFY message and report.

Talk the Torque – 2023-06-21
NHVR rejects call for VSB6 implementation delay

Talk the Torque – 2023-06-14
ATO benchmarks. How does your business compare?

Talk the Torque – 2023-06-07
HVIA warns against jumping the gun on trailer width

Talk the Torque – 2023-05-31
Contribute to the learnings from BTS23

Talk the Torque – 2023-05-24
HVIA praises skills investment in Labor’s first full-year Budget

Talk the Torque – 2023-05-17
Caltex joins HVIA as Principal Partner

Talk the Torque – 2023-05-10
HVIA praises skills investment in Labor’s first full-year Budget

Talk the Torque – 2023-04-26
Make plans to rock with us at South Bank

Talk the Torque – 2023-04-19
Commitments are meaningless unless Government steps up

Talk the Torque – 2023-04-12
VSB6 v3.2 details and start date confirmed

Talk the Torque – 2023-04-05
Ritzinger’s CoR insights at Trucking Australia

Talk the Torque – 2023-03-29
Takeaways from the first round: Members views on key issues

Talk the Torque – 2023-03-22
BTS23 special for HV101 induction course

Talk the Torque – 2023-03-15
2023 HVIA State Committees underway 

Talk the Torque – 2023-03-08
State Committee agendas, International Women’s Day, BEV and FCEV launches and more

Talk the Torque – 2023-03-01
Proposed recall rectification targets, How tech can transform PBS and more

Talk the Torque – 2023-02-22
PBS 2.0 should promote the uptake of safer, high-productivity vehicles

Talk the Torque – 2023-02-15
Queensland announces trials for heavy-duty BEV

Talk the Torque – 2023-02-08
BTS23 will deliver on the Government’s National Road Safety Strategy

Talk the Torque – 2023-02-01
Harrison Hunkin joins the HVIA team

Talk the Torque – 2023-01-25
Telematics | Dangerous goods | Greenhouse abatement | EV charging & trials | Truck show

Talk the Torque – 2023-01-18
Advocacy delivers improvements to NHVR notice for HVIA members

Talk the Torque – 2023-01-11
PBS 2.0 – HVIA member workshop

Talk the Torque – 2022-12-21
HVIA reflections and aspirations

Talk the Torque – 2022-12-14

Trucksales partners with 2023 Brisbane Truck Show

Talk the Torque – 2022-12-07
Last round of State Committee Meetings for 2022

Talk the Torque – 2022-11-30
Gala Dinner honour, glamour and connection

Talk the Torque – 2022-11-23
NHVR releases PBS 2.0 Discussion Paper

Talk the Torque – 2022-11-16
Expanded tyre choice brings greater flexibility to PBS operators

Talk the Torque – 2022-11-09
HVIA National Awards – Eastern Region finalists

Talk the Torque – 2022-11-02
Join us for HVIA’s National Awards Gala Dinner

Talk the Torque – 2022-10-27
HVIA Awards national finalists – Melbourne

Talk the Torque – 2022-10-26
Albanese’s first budget highlights trouble ahead

Talk the Torque – 2022-10-19
50 years of building Volvo trucks in Australia

Talk the Torque – 2022-10-13
SPECIAL EDITION: HVIA has congratulated the Albanese Government on confirming the introduction of ADR80/04

Talk the Torque – 2022-10-12
Peak bodies unite for Female-Only job seeker plan

Talk the Torque – 2022-10-05
Peak bodies unite for Female-Only job seeker plan

Talk the Torque – 2022-09-28
NHVR introduce Truck and Dog Mass and Dimension exemptions

Talk the Torque – 2022-09-21
Fuel Tax Credit restored on 29 September

Talk the Torque – 2022-09-14
Who will help with women who weld?

Talk the Torque – 2022-09-07
Award nomination effort returned in spades

Talk the Torque – 2022-08-31
Grattan Truck Report misses the easy wins and ignores key obstacles

Talk the Torque – 2022-08-24
Shortages, summits and submissions

Talk the Torque – 2022-08-17
A new finance solution to ease the risk for OEM’s

Talk the Torque – 2022-08-10
Step in the Right Direction

Talk the Torque – 2022-08-03
Safety Innovation in the spotlight

Talk the Torque – 2022-07-27
Skills shortages are impacting productivity

Talk the Torque – 2022-07-20
Time to recognise leaders, talent and innovation

Talk the Torque – 2022-07-13
The attraction of good traction

Talk the Torque – 2022-07-06
New PBS Notice is progress – but not the end goal

Talk the Torque – 2022-06-29
Reflections and ambitions

Talk the Torque – 2022-06-22
HVIA campaign to build pipeline of new starters

Talk the Torque – 2022-06-15
HVIA Board Welcomes New Directors

Talk the Torque – 2022-06-08
Is cloning ROVER the answer to VTA delays?

Talk the Torque – 2022-06-01
CEO Report – June 2022

Talk the Torque – 2022-05-25
HVIA Congratulates Albanese Government 

Talk the Torque – 2022-05-19
ALP and LNP survey results are in

Talk the Torque – 2022-05-18
The countdown is on – One year until BTS23!

Talk the Torque – 2022-05-11
Federal Election 2022: Skills & Jobs priorities

Talk the Torque – 2022-05-04
Sustainability election policy and lowering the heat on Australia’s hot economy

Talk the Torque – 2022-04-27
This is no time for personality politics 

Talk the Torque – 2022-04-20
You can help unlock access to Australian Standards 

Talk the Torque – 2022-04-13
Election 2022: Policies that help us to help Australia

Talk the Torque – 2022-04-06
Have your say in HVIA’s 2022 Federal Election campaign

Talk the Torque – 2022-03-23
Our pathway to electromobility

Talk the Torque – 2022-03-16
Industry welcomes $40 million investment to improve regional bridges

Talk the Torque – 2022-03-09
Blowout in heavy vehicle access permits  at crisis point

Talk the Torque – 2022-03-02
HVIA Members affected by devastating floods

Talk the Torque – 2022-02-23
Who is reaping the benefits?

Talk the Torque – 2022-02-16
News, issues and events for the heavy vehicle industry

Talk the Torque – 2022-02-09
CEO Report to February State Committees

Talk the Torque – 2022-02-02
Coupling strength project | Director retires | HVIA meeting dates | plus much more

Talk the Torque – 2022-01-27
Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) direct orders

Talk the Torque – 2022-01-19
Happy New Year and welcome back

Talk the Torque – 2022-01-12
COVID-19 Policy Checklist

Talk the Torque – 2021-12-15
A letter to members ahead of the Christmas break

Talk the Torque – 2021-12-09
Keeping calm on AdBlue

Talk the Torque – 2021-12-01
Manufacturers told: don’t miss VTA opt-in deadline

Talk the Torque – 2021-11-24
National Award winners showcase industry’s resilience

Talk the Torque – 2021-11-17
State Committees – all members are invited

Talk the Torque – 2021-11-10
HVIA welcomes Government investment in Future Fuels infrastructure

Talk the Torque – 2021-11-03
How the Government’s statement at COP26 affects you

Talk the Torque – 2021-10-27
BTS21 honoured with Australian Event Award

Talk the Torque – 2021-10-20
Two Directors retiring from HVIA Board

Talk the Torque – 2021-10-13
NTC lays out consultation roadmap for HVNL

Talk the Torque – 2021-10-06
Join us for the HVIA Awards Gala breakfast

Talk the Torque – 2021-09-29
HVIA skills shortage survey confirms issues

Talk the Torque – 2021-09-22
Electromobility – a new set of skills challenges

Talk the Torque – 2021-09-15
International symposium HVTT-17 coming to BTS23

Talk the Torque – 2021-09-08
We’ve all had the jab. How about you?

Talk the Torque – 2021-09-01
HVIA welcomes new ATA CEO Michael Deegan

Talk the Torque – 2021-08-25
It’s HVIA State Committee week; last chance for Awards nominations

Talk the Torque – 2021-08-18
Need more time? You’ve got it! – HVIA National Award Nominations

Talk the Torque – 2021-08-11
Nominations for the HVIA National Awards close next week

Talk the Torque – 2021-08-04
Industry Celebrates as PBS Tyre Changes Given Green Light

Talk the Torque – 2021-07-28
National Cabinet charges transport ministers with removing border problems

Talk the Torque – 2021-07-21
Business restrictions during COVID-19

Talk the Torque – 2021-07-14
Awards nominations open now, survey prize winners, energy analysis and more

Talk the Torque – 2021-07-07
RVSA in place but work still required

Talk the Torque – 2021-06-30
Updated VTA guide in preparation for RVSA go-live

Talk the Torque – 2021-06-23
Thriving in extraordinary times

Talk the Torque – 2021-06-16
HVIA State Committee online, NTARC positive findings, plus much more

Talk the Torque – 2021-06-09
HVIA State Committees say ‘yes’ to truck widths and ‘no’ to trailer widths

Talk the Torque – 2021-06-02
HVIA State Committee Meeting Update

Talk the Torque – 2021-05-26
The 2021 Brisbane Truck Show pulled it off and then some

Talk the Torque – 2021-05-05
2021 Brisbane Truck Show – One week to go!

Talk the Torque – 2021-04-28
NHVR’s pledge to fix PBS

Talk the Torque – 2021-04-21
Queensland Government backs AHVIW

Talk the Torque – 2021-04-14
PBS Delays Hurting Industry

Talk the Torque – 2021-04-07
Get behind Troy’s truck push for kids

Talk the Torque – 2021-03-31
Time to unveil the future of fuels

Talk the Torque – 2021-03-24
BTS21 VIP tickets now available for members

Talk the Torque – 2021-03-17
Looking for answers to supply chain breakdowns

Talk the Torque – 2021-03-10
Government Backs Thousands of New Apprentice and Trainee Jobs

Talk the Torque – 2021-03-03
Tickets now on sale for BTS21

Talk the Torque – 2021-02-24
Brisbane Truck Show – Full Steam Ahead

Talk the Torque – 2021-02-17
Full advocacy strategies on the table at HVIA State Committee meetings

Talk the Torque – 2021-02-10
The Government’s new Future Fuels Strategy should be more courageous

Talk the Torque – 2021-02-03
Inspiring activations coming to the BTS21 Jobs Hub

Talk the Torque – 2021-01-27
What will you be showcasing at BTS21?

Talk the Torque – 2021-01-20
Have you got your RVSA implementation plan ready?

Talk the Torque – 2021-01-13
The return of business events is a priority for the economy and industry

Talk the Torque – 2020-12-16
Dear Santa: HVIA wish list for 2021

Talk the Torque – 2020-12-9
Virtual BTS – reaching audiences everywhere

Talk the Torque – 2020-12-2
Adding safety equipment deductible under temporary full expensing

Talk the Torque – 2020-11-25
Don’t miss State Committees + Award winners announced

Talk the Torque – 2020-11-18
National Road Safety Week

Talk the Torque – 2020-11-11
HVIA’s State Committees are back!

Talk the Torque – 2020-11-4
HV101 online course hits the ground running & much more

Talk the Torque – 2020-10-29
HVIA leadership group consolidated at AGM & much more

Talk the Torque – 2020-10-21
Special bumper edition – machinery show, awards breakfast, national apprentice challenge & much more

Talk the Torque – 2020-10-14
National Awards Breakfast

Talk the Torque – 2020-10-07
Budget 2020-21: A business led recovery

Talk the Torque – 2020-09-30
Have your say on HVNL 2.0 impact

Talk the Torque – 2020-09-23
Industry welcomes Government commitment to future fuels

Talk the Torque – 2020-09-16
Flawed Engineers scheme – Vale Ivan Vodanovich + much more

Talk the Torque – 2020-09-09
There’s more to say after R U OK?

Talk the Torque – 2020-09-02
IAWO and guaranteed loans for your customers

Talk the Torque – 2020-09-01
SPECIAL EDITION – A tribute to 50 years of membership: 1970-2020

Talk the Torque – 2020-08-26
Celebrating HVIA Membership for 50 years

Talk the Torque – 2020-08-19
Safety Devices to be exempted from dimension rules

Talk the Torque – 2020-08-12
HVIA appeals for funding to modernise heavy vehicle manufacturing

Talk the Torque – 2020-08-05
Stage 4 implications, awards deadlines, future fuels and a whole lot more

Talk the Torque – 2020-07-29
Border confusion doesn’t help anyone

Talk the Torque – 2020-07-22
Partners locked and loaded for 2021 Brisbane Truck Show

Talk the Torque – 2020-07-15
Thornycroft restoration pushing along

Talk the Torque – 2020-07-08
2020 HVIA National Awards – Nominations open

Talk the Torque – 2020-07-01
NHVR launches heavy vehicle technology blueprint

Talk the Torque – 2020-06-24
Reflections – year in review

Talk the Torque – 2020-06-17
10,000 PBS vehicles is only just the beginning

Talk the Torque – 2020-06-10
HVIA lead campaign to promote stimulus

Talk the Torque – 2020-06-03
HVIA Board welcomes two new Directors

Talk the Torque – 2020-05-27
HVIA appeals the crippling cost for rear marking plates retro-fit

Talk the Torque – 2020-05-20
Stimulus on the table as Buchholz meets with HVIA Board

Talk the Torque – 2020-05-13
One year today until the doors open for the 2021 Brisbane Truck Show

Talk the Torque – 2020-05-06
On-site Infection Prevention & Control and much more…

Talk the Torque – 2020-04-29
Safety benefits add to the pay-off for COVID-19 stimulus extension – Vale Malcolm Chisholm – JobKeeper Payment Guides

Talk the Torque – 2020-04-22
Roller Brake Tester calibration pressure eased, Component Type Approvals papers released plus much more

Talk the Torque – 2020-04-15
JobKeeper subsidies legislated, a shout out to the truckers, Dangerous Goods Tanker Standard Revised and more

Talk the Torque – 2020-04-08
Two new acronyms, all about the Oracle and much more

Talk the Torque – 2020-04-01
A call to arms to all Australian manufacturers to consider if production lines can be converted

Talk the Torque – 2020-03-25
Vital insights informing government decisions – essential service – restrictions on cross-border movements

Talk the Torque – 2020-03-18
ComVec 2020 postponement – industry praises incentives to activate business spending – State Committee meetings postponed – Employer’s Guide to COVID-19

Talk the Torque – 2020-03-11
Leaders need to halt the panic. I’m on Team Australia! – Have your say on HVNL policy

Talk the Torque – 2020-03-04
Your next generation workforce? – HVIA State Committees – Round 1 wraps in Melbourne – NHVR industry safety survey – International Women’s Day breakfast

Talk the Torque – 2020-02-26
HVIA budget submission calls for bonus investment allowance – Heavy Vehicle Industry to Benefit as Representation Streamlined – State Committee addresses impacts of virus on supply – The New Vehicle, Repair, Services & Retail Award

Talk the Torque – 2020-02-19
Automotive skills still vital to Australia’s economy – ComVec 2020 – what your customers are telling you – Restoring a piece of Truck Show history

Talk the Torque – 2020-02-12
ComVec 2020 – solutions for the new decade – Industry’s compliance costs need oversight – ADR 38/05 – Trailer Brake Certification – Automotive Innovation Lab Access Grants

Talk the Torque – 2020-02-05
ComVec 2020 – solutions for the new decade – Industry’s compliance costs need oversight – Cost recovery under RVSA submissions deadline – Australian Standards couplings & seatbelt reviews

Talk the Torque – 2020-01-29
PBS tyre report recommendations on the table – What to expect: HVIA State Committee meetings – Australia Day honours

Talk the Torque – 2020-01-22
HVIA Director to head up SAF Holland – HVIA State Committee meeting schedule – PACCAR & dealers donate to bushfire appeal – Industry present bushfire recovery plan – Bruce Rock move into Geraldton – NHVR Portal – vehicle standards update – Accelerating Commercialisation Grants