The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has tweaked its recommendations to truck owners regarding side underrun protection and conspicuity marking.
The ATA has published new editions of its technical
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Band-aid blitz fails
All of us in the truck community want to drive and share the road with well-maintained trucks. We all know the risks to ourselves, as well as other road users, if heavy vehicles are not in top shape.
But
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WA government cracks down on towing regulation
The towing industry in Western Australia has been in need of major reform, with the lack of regulation in what has been described as a ‘wild west’ bought to the attention of the state government.
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NHVR releases new fatigue guidelines
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released new guidelines to support industry uptake of emerging Fatigue and Distraction Detection Technologies (FDDT).
The new guidelines provide a starting
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Regulator expansion – Highway Advocates
In breaking news, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is transitioning to enforcement operations in Queensland in the first half of 2024. Hold on to your hats Queenslanders, things are about to
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A guide to on-road enforcement and random inspections for Australian truck drivers
In heavy vehicle transportation, staying compliant with Australian regulations is crucial for both safety and operational efficiency.
On-road enforcement and random inspections are part and parcel of the
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NHVR set to take over regulation enforcement in Queensland
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has begun the transition to take on heavy vehicle regulatory services from the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads starting from April 20, 2024.
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TIC moves forward with national registration scheme
Transport and infrastructure council agrees on implementation package for national heavy vehicle registration scheme
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Automated vehicle regulation reform roadmap released
Transport commission recommends phased reform to facilitate automated vehicle trials
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NTC reveals four-year plan
Retter says the plan will help identify future challenges to allow pre-emptive action
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