12-03-04 Automotive Show
VOSA is to attend the Automotive Trade Show, which for the first time will be part of the Commercial Vehicle Show, the second largest road transport event in Europe , They will be demonstrating the new MOT Computerisation system which is due to begin rolling out to garages later in 2004. The show will be held at the NEC Birmingham between 23 and 25 March 2004.
As well as a demonstration of some of the functions of the system, visitors will also be able to see the physical computer system as it will appear once installed in a Vehicle Testing Station (VTS). New receipt-style MOT certificates, vehicle specific checklists and advisory notices together with other documentation that will be used under the new system will also be previewed at the show.
VOSA staff attending the exhibition will able to answer questions on how the system will work and the impact it will have on testing stations.
Steve Tonks, Head of MOT Compliance & Computerisation at VOSA, and responsible for the MOT Computerisation programme said, "I am very pleased that we are able to be part of this important event. Garage owners and mechanics will be able to come along to our stand and get a feel for how MOT Computerisation will work. Once we begin rolling out the system to garages it will help to raise testing standards and so improve road safety and consumer protection".
Motor trade professionals interested in MOT computerisation can find out more by visiting VOSA’s stand (12 -104) at the show or by calling the MOT helpline on 0845 600 5977 or by visiting www.vosa.gov.uk.
NOTES TO EDITORS
The Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) was created on 1 April 2003 by merging the Former Vehicle Inspectorate and the Traffic Area Network Division of the Department for Transport. VOSA is responsible for:
- Processing applications for licences to operate lorries and buses and registering bus services
- Operating and administering testing schemes for all vehicles, including the supervision of the MOT testing scheme
- Enforcing the law on vehicles to ensure that they comply with legal standards and regulations
- Enforcing drivers' hours and licensing requirements
- Supporting Traffic Commissioners to help them make informed decisions on operator licensing, vocational drivers and bus registration requirements
- Providing training and advice for commercial operators
- Investigating vehicle accident, defects and recalls.
Should you require further information about VOSA, its work or help with stories or programming related to road safety and environmental protection please contact: Jay Fordham or Miranda Roberts, VOSA, 0117 954 3334/3233, e-mail jeanette.fordham@vosa.gov.uk / miranda.roberts@vosa.gov.uk.
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