Published: 28 February 2025 | Category: Driver licensing , Class exemptions | Audience: General
This class exemption notice applies to any driver of an electric variant of an existing <6,000kg diesel truck, weighing up to a gross laden weight of 7,500kgs, where that driver holds a full class 1 driver licence. It allows class 1 driver licence holders to drive electric variants of existing diesel trucks that exceed 6,000kg and have a GLW of up to 7,500kg, due to the weight of their batteries.
Commencement:
This notice comes into force on 28 February 2025.
Expiry:
This notice expires at the close of 28 February 2028.