The Truck Industry Council (TIC) is recognised as the primary advocate for technical and regulatory aspects of the nation's truck fleet. Working closely with State and Federal Government the council has been able to secure significant achievements on behalf of its members.

The initial objective of TIC was to have old and no longer relevant Australian Design Rules (ADR's) removed. These out of date ADR's did nothing for safety or environmental performance, but were costly to meet. One such example was a drop test on fuel tanks designed for petrol, however all trucks have used the less flammable diesel for at least 20 years.

The TIC was also instrumental in having the length of the B-double increased from 25.0 metres to 26.0 metres. The extra metre was for the prime mover only and by allowing the longer wheelbase prime movers made the on road dynamics of a safe combination even better. TIC subsequently achieved an increase in steer axle weights for all trucks over 15.0 tonnes GVM. These vehicles, which can carry 6.5 tonnes on the steer axle are fitted with front underrun protection, meet the European cab strength standards, and are fitted with the latest low emission engines.

In 2004 the TIC held a conference on the future of truck regulations suggesting that a holistic approach to regulations is essential. This general policy has been very well accepted by all levels of Government.

The Truck Industry Council has also been involved in the development of Performance Based Standards, the general requirements for B-triples, and the need for older trucks to meet minimum environment standards. The TIC is of the view that the urban freight task is the next major issue that requires national attention and will in conjunction with Federal and State Governments address this issue by holding a symposium later this year in October.

The TIC objectives are to provide the Australian market with the safest, greenest and most productive trucks in the world to meet the essential task of transporting freight across the country.