Guidance

Amendments to the road vehicle authorised weight regulations 2017

Guidance about the Road Vehicles (Authorised Weight) and (Construction and Use) (Amendment) Regulations 2017.

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Department for Transport
Published
14 September 2017

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Clarification and overview of the Road Vehicles (Authorised Weight) and (Construction and Use) (Amendment) Regulations 2017

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This guidance outlines amendments which have been made to the Road Vehicles (Authorised Weight) and (Construction and Use) Regulations. These amendments include:

  • allowing additional weight for certain vehicles to encourage the use of alternative fuels
  • requiring that a shipper (sender or consignor) provides a statement of weight to hauliers
  • allowing an extra 15 centimeters for trailers when they are transporting 45 feet ISO containers
  • eliminating the need for vehicle special orders (VSO) for certain vehicles

The aims of the amendments are to:

  • encourage the use of environmentally-friendly fuels in buses and lorries
  • improve safety and efficiency of passenger and goods vehicle haulage

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Published 14 September 2017

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