There are many upcoming changes to European Legislation that have been fueled by an acceleration in technology and the need to implement more sustainable solutions in transport.
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Low and zero emission trucks and road-user charging — again
About this time last year I detailed in this column, that in early 2020, just before the world and Australia was plunged into the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, the National Transport Commission (NTC) undertook a review of heavy vehicle pay as you go (PAYGO) charging fees in Australia at the request of, the then named, Transport and Infrastructure Council within the Council of Australian Governments (COAG).
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The Safer Freight Vehicles Project
The Federal vehicle regulator is working on a Safer Freight Vehicles reform package of design rule changes.
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Transport industry celebrates excellence
The best and brightest of the nation’s freight and logistics industry were honoured at the 33rd Australian Freight Industry Awards last month with hundreds attending our black-tie Gala Presentation at Melbourne’s Palladium Room at Crown.
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Australia’s program of adopting the UN ECE Regulations
In the late 1990s the Australian Government adopted a policy of harmonising the Australian Design Rules (ADRs) with the United Nations ECE (UNECE) model regulations.
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The case for minimum standards in road transport
As we move closer towards legislation being tabled for consideration by federal parliamentarians in relation to minimum standards in road transport later this year, its important to outline the position of the Australian Road Transport Industrial Organisation (ARTIO), of which the Victorian Transport Association is a member, and of which I am grateful to be National Secretary.
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Working together for a national goal
In the Truck Industry Council (TIC) Prime Mover columns this year I have commented on the steps necessary for the road freight transport sector to achieve the zero emission targets set by Government by the critical dates of 2030 and 2050.
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TIC calls for regulatory changes to allow Super Single Tyres
The Truck Industry Council (TIC), the peak industry body representing truck manufacturers and importers in Australia, believes it is time for a change in thinking, calling upon State and Local Government Transport agency regulators to allow Super Single tyres on Australian trucks, to make them safer, more environmentally friendly and more productive.
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Do we really need AVEs?
I had two heavy vehicle owners complain to me in recent weeks about having to engage an engineer.
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Recognising transport workers and industry
The transport industry plays a pivotal role in Australia’s national economy, connecting businesses and consumers, facilitating trade, and ensuring the smooth flow of goods and services. Among the many essential workers in this industry, truck drivers, freight carriers, logistics experts, and other professionals tirelessly work to keep supply chains operational.
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