February 2023
IAP IS GONE!
27/02/2023
You heard that right! IAP is being phased out for many combinations including Higher Mass Limits (HML) and Performance-Based Standards (PBS) nationally. These combinations now require Telematics Monitoring Application (TMA), a simpler and more cost-effective option. Unlike IAP, the information collected through TMA cannot be used to issue non-conformance reports (NCRs). Deadlines: Not many IAP systems are compatible with TMA which means you may need to change the hardware installed in...
Queensland and Victoria are transitioning to Smart OBM | Register now for an overview of the changes
15/02/2023
Queensland and Victoria are transitioning to Smart OBM | Join us online for an overview of the changes. Queensland’s Transition from IAP to TMA | Thursday 23 February, 1 pm AEDT https://tca.gov.au/events/webinar-queenslands-transition-from-iap-to-tma/ The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads has announced upcoming changes which will harmonise the use of National Telematics Framework applications for heavy vehicles in Queensland with other jurisdictions. These...
Industry News – PBS, HML and TMA
09/02/2023
PBS Vehicles in VIC: VicRoads have published a new deadline of June 30th, 2023, for TMA + Smart OBM. All HPFV combinations that exceed 68.5t GCM, or semi-trailers that exceed 46t GCM, must have TMA + Smart OBM. Please contact us now to start planning implementation and rollout! HML & PBS Vehicles in QLD: The QLD deadline for all HML & PBS vehicles to transition from IAP to TMA is the 30th of May 2024. You can transition any IAP vehicle now; you do not need to...
NHVR Industry Update
02/02/2023
Managing the risk of a light or empty lead trailer in a laden B-double The NHVR’s latest piece of regulatory advice provides guidance to parties in the Chain of Responsibility on managing the risks associated with a light or empty lead trailer in a laden B-double.Industry has told the NHVR that driving a laden B-double with a significant load imbalance between the axle masses of the lead trailer and the rear trailer can impact the ride quality to such an extent that drivers find the vehicle unst...