Australia makes gains on AV policy and legislation
The NTC today welcomed the KPMG 2019 Autonomous Vehicles Readiness Index that shows Australia is progressing well on automated vehicle (AV) policy and legislation.
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HVNL review: New microsite, review approach and expert panel meeting
We have launched a new microsite dedicated to the HVNL review. It is your primary resource for updates on the review, information from the expert panel and providing feedback.
HVNL review: Terms of reference and expert panel announced
The Transport and Infrastructure Council has approved the terms of reference for the Heavy Vehicle National Law Review and appointed a panel of experts to guide the review.
NTC to investigate barriers to the safe use of innovative vehicles and motorised mobility devices
The National Transport Commission (NTC) is investigating the barriers in the Australian Road Rules that prevent the safe and legal use of innovative vehicles and motorised mobility devices.
NTC examining driver distraction and the Australian Road Rules
We are seeking feedback on the effectiveness of the Australian Road Rules relating to driver distraction.
NTC commissioner recognised as a leading executive
NTC Commissioner, Neil Scales OBE, was recently recognised as the Transport and Logistics Executive of the Year at the prestigous CEO Magazine 2018 Executive of the Year Awards.
Increased mass limits for three-axle buses
Transport ministers have approved a gross mass limit increase for three-axle buses from 20 tonnes to 22 tonnes.
NTC releases transport reform implementation report
The latest National Transport Reform Implementation Monitoring Report shows improved progress towards building a uniform transport system across states and territories.
Changes to HVNL regarding loss of effluent and fatigue provisions on hold
The NTC said there will be no immediate changes to the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) provisions in relation to loss of effluent or fatigue.
Transport ministers endorse safety assurance approach for the introduction of automated vehicles in Australia
Transport ministers have paved the way for the commercial deployment of automated vehicles in Australia within the next few years, by endorsing a safety approach for approving vehicles at first supply.