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DVSA issues ADR inspection waivers update

Heavy vehicle testing restarted at Authorised Testing Facilities (ATFs) on 04 July 2020.

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DVSA confirms HGV text exemptions

Heavy vehicles due for annual test in June, will receive a three month exemption from needing an annual test, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed.

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DVSA suspends periodic tachograph calibrations and inspections

Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has decided to suspend periodic tachograph calibrations and inspections on vehicles.

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Dangerous goods vehicle (ADR) annual inspections

Due to the unfolding coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, heavy vehicles will be exempt from dangerous goods (ADR) annual inspections until further notice, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has confirmed.

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DVSA publishes new guidance

The Driver and Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) has published new guidance on GOV.UK to help people report lorry, bus or coach drivers and companies if they think they’re breaking safety rules. The DVSA says its wants to use this intelligence and evidence to take strong action against law breakers who...

DVSA publishes updated PSV and HGV inspection manuals

The Driver & Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) has published updated PSV and HGV inspection manuals.

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Roadside payments are changing

The Driver & Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA) has confirmed a change to the way roadside payments are collected.

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DVSA givies hauliers No Deal Brexit advice

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is warning hauliers that in the event of a “No Deal” Brexit they may need an ECMT permit to continue operating in the EU after 29 March 2019.

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DVSA must do more to find and keep HGV testers for MOTs

Last week the DVSA committed to recruiting additional MOT testers to offset the much-publicised shortfall after pressure from industry groups and operators forced the regulator to act.

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Cleanest lorries to benefit from cut in HGV levy

Haulage firms will pay less under the HGV levy for using cleaner lorries from next year, while those operating lorries that do not meet the latest emissions standards will be expected to pay more, according to the Driver and Vehicle Services Agency (DVSA).

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DVSA catch emissions cheats trucks

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) caught almost 300 trucks that were fitted with emissions cheat devices at roadside checks between August and November 2017.

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DVSA takes zero tolerance approach to physical and verbal assaults

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is taking a zero tolerance approach to physical and verbal assaults against its staff.

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