Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
Aebi Schmidt extends IVA test facilities to...
Aebi Schmidt UK has extended the Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) test facilities at its Peterborough head office having gained a green light from the Driver
AFP urges fleets to increase lobbying over ...
Ongoing confusion over regulations surrounding 4.25 tonne electric vans mean that the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging fleets to “step up” lobbying of
Revised guidance on categorisation of defec...
The DVSA has issued revised guidance on how they categorise vehicle defects in roadside checks has been published. The guide outlines the actions they will
DVSA: Free Rolling Tyres
Last November we published an article alerting to the fact that there were to be significant changes to the DVSA annual test. One of thos
Free Rolling Tyres: change to the annual te...
A robust tyre management system is an essential part of any operator’s maintenance system. This includes in-service tyres which are appropriate for the vehicle and
DVSA Earned Recognition launches TfL module...
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s (DVSA) flagship earned recognition scheme has been accredited by Transport for London (TfL) and helps member operators bid for
Technology helping operators gain Earned Re...
Earned Recognition (ER) is a voluntary scheme for operators of all sizes that demonstrate a strong track record of compliance and adherence to standards. Introduced
Mandatory laden brake testing at annual tes...
Last month, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) confirmed that most HGV vehicles and trailers will have to be appropriately laden for their annual
Present laden vehicles and trailers at annu...
Vehicle Testing and Roadworthiness Policy Specialist Richard Clements, explains what is involved and why vehicles and trailers should be presented for test laden. Testing a
DVSA: Trailers tested in May & June 20...
The Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is aware that some trailers fitted with Knorr Bremse Electronic Braking Systems (EBS) may have been incorrectly tested
