Regulations setting mass limits under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) have been amended to allow Australia’s heavy vehicles to meet the latest international standards, according to Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King.
From November 1, 2024, general access mass limits will increase by 500kg for trucks in Australia that comply with Euro VI or equivalent noxious emissions standards.
It follows the government’s recent announcement of the introduction of tighter noxious emissions standards for new trucks and buses, which must also be met from November 1, 2024.
The mass limit amendments have been made under the HVNL, which is based in Queensland and adopted by participating states and territories.
For more information on the legislation change, click here.
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