DIRECT VISION STANDARD (DVS) FROM TRANSPORT FOR LONDON (TFL) & OUR PROGRESSIVE SAFE SYSTEM (PSS)

The new DVS Progressive Safe System shares the same purpose as the current system but boasts increased intelligence and sophistication. It aims to provide drivers with indirect vision and eliminate blind spots on the nearside of the vehicle. The key difference lies in its nearside detection system, also known as Blind Spot Information System (BSIS). This system can distinguish between stationary and moving objects, alerting the driver only when moving objects are detected. Additionally, the nearside camera monitoring system is required to completely eliminate blind spots on the nearside of both the vehicle and trailer. Finally, a front sensor detection system, known as Moving Off Information System (MOIS), needs to be fitted. Similar to the BSIS, it can distinguish between stationary and moving objects, alerting the driver only when moving objects are detected.

The Direct Vision Standard (DVS) Phase 2 application opens on 24th June 2024. HGVs with a DVS star rating of 0, 1, or 2 applying for a DVS Safety Permit after this date will need to have a Progressive Safe System (PSS) fitted to their vehicle before it can be granted.

From 28th October 2024, all HGVs over 12 tonnes travelling through Greater London will need to have a DVS star rating of 3 or higher, or a PSS fitted if their rating is lower. Operators who can prove they have ordered a PSS or booked an installation, and register this with Transport for London (TfL) before 28th October 2024, will be granted a grace period until May 4th, 2025 to get the system fitted.