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Austroads releases recommendations to update its guides for large freight vehicles
A new report examines how existing Austroads guidance addresses the geometric design requirements needed to accommodate large freight vehicles (LFVs). The report focuses on the physical space and layout required for safe and efficient LFV operations, rather than vehicle mass. “Innovation in vehicle design has delivered major productivity gains for [...]
Stalled progress on EV charging in new homes undermines transition
The Electric Vehicle Council said delaying the introduction of EV charging provisions for new residential buildings such as houses and townhouses under the National Construction Code (NCC) undermines Australia’s efforts to electrify transport and reach climate targets. Commonwealth, State and Territory Building Ministers recently agreed to pause and streamline the [...]
Safer Roads, Smarter Fleets: Geotab & Vitality Launch Data-Driven Behavioural Science Joint Venture
Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset solutions, and Vitality, have formed a joint venture to improve driver safety and well-being, reduce risk and support better road safety. Following its beta launch in Canada, US and in Europe earlier this year, Geotab Vitality is now available in Australia, [...]