Changes to headlamp aim test for heavy vehicles
From 1 April 2015, we’ll be introducing a simpler, more consistent headlamp standard that aligns the headlamp aim test with the 2010/48/EU and 2014/45/EU directives.
Moving On
Improved testing service for commercial vehicle operators
DVSA has improved the service it provides to Authorised Testing Facilities (ATFs) and on Monday 9 March 2015, the new arrangements formally went live for those operating in the Next Generation Testing pilot area in South Wales and Herefordshire.
HGV task force wins safety award
London’s Industrial Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) task force has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to transport safety.
Drug driving - know the facts
On 2 March 2015, the drug driving law changed to make it easier for the police to catch and convict drug drivers. It is now an offence to drive with certain drugs above a specified level in your blood - just as it is with drink driving.
Myth of the moment
“My vehicle needs to be pulled over to find out if it’s overloaded"
Individual Vehicle Approval application goes online
A new Technical Application Submission (TAS) service that will allow you to apply for an Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test online was launched today (17 February 2015).
Stay safe on the roads this winter
In recent years, around two thirds of the Highways Agency’s gritter activity has taken place from mid-January onwards. The past two weeks have already been extremely busy for the Highways Agency.
Changes to tachograph rules for local journeys
Soon some vehicles will no longer need to be fitted with tachograph recording equipment and their drivers will not have to comply with EC drivers’ hours rules, but with GB drivers’ hours rules instead.
On road joint working continues
In September 2014, we began a joint working initiative with the Highways Agency (HA) to stop commercial vehicles at the roadside for the purpose of a DVSA inspection.
Have your say: Removal of exemptions on HGV testing and operator licensing
The Department for Transport has published 2 consultations on GOV.UK and is seeking your views. These consultations cover Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing exemptions and HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicles) periodic testing and inspections exemptions.