MTA News

Many buyers spurn small cars despite high gas prices »

Old habits die hard when it comes to choosing a new car. A new survey from consultants AutoPacific finds buyers aren't changing their automotive preferences even in the face of higher gas prices than last summer.

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 More ›

Petrol price drops to a seven-month low »

BP and Z Energy (Shell) have dropped the price of petrol at its outlets to under $2 a litre.

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 More ›

GM surpasses Toyota as world’s largest automaker on Japan quake »

General Motors Co. (GM) outsold Toyota Motor Corp. (7203) globally in the first six months to become the world’s largest automaker after the record March earthquake disrupted production in Japan.

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 More ›

New vehicle market maintains gains »

Motor Trade Association (MTA) said July’s new vehicle market continued to show resilience, with sales up 9 percent compared to the same period last year. A gradual increase in supply from Japan to affected distributors provided a firm tone to the market, which again saw a reshuffling of positions amongst the market leaders.

Thu, 4 Aug 2011 More ›

Engine fuel specifications updated »

Consumers should benefit when engine fuel specifications are updated later this year, says the Acting Minister of Energy and Resources, Hekia Parata.

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Wed, 3 Aug 2011 More ›

The Heart of Christchurch – the way it was... »

Sally Mason is raising money for the Christchurch Earthquake Relief Fund with her photographic montage of Christchurch landmarks, taken before the earthquake.

Wed, 3 Aug 2011 More ›

Winter driving tips - timely reminders »

Wintry conditions are causing chaos all over the country with numerous road closures due to heavy snowfall and ice. Vehicles have been sliding off the road due to treacherous conditions, highlighting the need to check weather forecasts and to be prepared. 

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 More ›

MTA welcomes Government's plans to invest in roading »

The Government’s recent announcement of plans to invest and focus on roading projects over the next ten years are welcomed says Motor Trade Association (MTA).

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 More ›

Driving age increases next week »

An increase in the driving age from 15 to 16 from Monday (1 August) is one of a number of measures designed to make young New Zealanders safer on the roads, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 More ›