NHVR Master Code of Practice Signals Stronger Push for TMSystems

The relevant sections of the NHVR COP for TMSystems are: 

• Section 18.2 Control: Consider safety systems and technology that are part of the vehicle or can be fitted- fault detection systems notifying operators of vehicle component issues during a journey (e.g. wheel ends, tyre pressure, tyre temperature, air pressure systems).
• Section 20.2 Control: Identify and install systems and technology that improve safety- tyre temperature and pressure monitoring systems.
• Section 28.5 Control: Confirm whether any CoR party has special conditions or requirements in relation to the transport task- tyre pressure and/or temperature monitors.
• Section 29.1 Control: Obtain details of the transport task and whether there are any special requirements- requirements for safety systems or other technologies (e.g. tyre pressure or temperature monitors.

This development reflects substantial progress across industry advocacy, proof-of-concept deployment and regulatory alignment. Australia’s movement toward harmonisation with the European UN ECE R141 tyre monitoring standard further strengthens the regulatory trajectory.

With multiple regulators and authorities already incorporating TMSystems into guidelines, mandates and safety frameworks, the NHVR Master Code now formalises tyre monitoring within the CoR risk management structure.

Given this momentum, and the increasing recognition of tyre-related incidents as a critical safety risk, it appears increasingly likely that a future Australian Design Rule will mandate TMSystems on heavy vehicles nationwide.

The direction is clear: tyre monitoring is rapidly transitioning from best practice to expected practice.

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