The HVIA says the ADR change relating to heavy vehicle emissions is a positive move for the industry
The Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA) says it is congratulating the federal government on confirming the introduction of ADR80/04 – the Australian standard that brings emissions standards in line with Euro 6.
The new standards will be phased in over twelve months from November 1, 2024.
HVIA Chief Executive Todd Hacking says the announcement will give certainty to the heavy vehicle industry at a time when the delivery time on new orders is stretching out as long as two years.
“This is a win for industry and a win for the entire Australian community,” Hacking says.
“Prior to this year’s federal election, we said we want immediate steps to support the transition to low and zero emissions heavy vehicles and this move is a great step for the government honouring those commitments.
“This is a vital step for Australia to keep pace with the rest of the world.”
The HVIA says this positive change means the industry won’t rest on its laurels.
“Once this legislation is in place, we need to keep the momentum up and ensure regulations and standards also accommodate the transition to zero emissions vehicles,” Hacking says.
The HVIA says Australian based truck manufacturers and importers have been calling for the introduction of Euro 6 standards for years.
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Euro 6 standards are already in place in the European Union and United Kingdom, and equivalent standards also apply in most developed countries, including the United States and Japan.
China and India have also recently adopted equivalent standards.
Introducing Euro 6 will mean manufacturers must add the advanced safety and fuel-saving technologies to Australian models that other countries already have – notwithstanding the leadership of many manufacturers who have brought compliant powertrains and safety technologies to market, in spite of the lagging legislation.
The HVIA says this will help improve safety outcomes and contribute to Australia’s emissions reduction targets.