MTA - 2010 Media Releases

New vehicle sales recover in 2010 »

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) said that despite starting from what was a historically low base, the new vehicle market showed steady growth throughout 2010 ending the year 15 percent ahead of 2009.

Fri, 31 Dec 2010 More ›

MTA commends NZTA on banning roadside selling at Mosgiel entrance »

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says NZ Transport Agency’s (NZTA) recent decision to enforce its bylaw banning vehicles from being sold from the roadside on State Highway 87 (SH87) at the southern entrance into Mosgiel is a step in the right direction and local councils should consider following suit.

Fri, 24 Dec 2010 More ›

New Zealander’s playing it safe when it comes to colour »

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says New Zealand vehicle owners largely follow overseas markets, where despite having a large range to choose from, generally play it safe and select from a narrow colour palette when it comes to the colour of their vehicle.

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 More ›

Emission testing cars an effective first step »

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says a recent study by the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) into air pollution overlooks at least one simple step that could be taken to reduce the level of contaminant in the air.

Wed, 8 Dec 2010 More ›

November new vehicle market shows resilience »

While the new vehicle market traditionally tails off towards year end, this November it has shown remarkable resilience to buck this trend.

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 More ›

MTA Environmental Awards and Workplace Safety Award winners announced »

At its annual conference in Nelson yesterday, Motor Trade Association (MTA) announced the winners of both the Environment Recovery Services (ERS) Environmental Awards and the MTA/CenturyYuasa Workplace Safety Awards at a gala dinner.

Sun, 7 Nov 2010 More ›

October vehicle sales predictably slow »

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) said the new vehicle market was down for October, although this was predicted in the first month following the rise in GST.

Fri, 5 Nov 2010 More ›

Strong support for ETS among MTA Conference delegates »

At its annual conference in Nelson yesterday, Motor Trade Association (MTA) Conference attendees discussed whether the introduction of an Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) would ultimately benefit New Zealanders, and how the liability for synthetic greenhouse gases should be calculated.

Thu, 4 Nov 2010 More ›