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December rounds out a positive year for new vehicle sales »
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) said that while the new vehicle industry faced multiple challenges in the form of natural disasters and supply problems during 2011 it nevertheless managed to show some growth. After a weak 2010, the market was widely expected to grow during 2011; however a series of events outside the control of the industry meant growth levels were more modest than originally forecast.
Mon, 9 Jan 2012 More ›
Auto Dealer’s Best December in Five Years Follows Santa Ads in U.S.: Cars »
U.S. consumers, who are more confident than they have been in eight months, were lured to auto showrooms by holiday discounts and may have pushed car sales to the second fastest pace in more than two years.
Wed, 4 Jan 2012 More ›
Disappointment as holiday road toll ends at 18 »
The official holiday driving period has finished this morning, with 18 people dying on New Zealand's roads.
Wed, 4 Jan 2012 More ›
Motor industry identities recognised in New Years Honours »
Sir Colin Giltrap knighted for services to Motor Sport and Philanthropy, and Sir John Todd recognised for services to Business.
Sun, 1 Jan 2012 More ›
Record low 2011 road toll but more to be done »
Transport Minister Gerry Brownlee and Police Minister Anne Tolley say the record low 2011 road toll of 284 is encouraging but they are urging road users to remain vigilant in keeping the road toll down.
Sun, 1 Jan 2012 More ›
Saab heads for scrapyards after quest fails »
Carmaker Saab ran out of room for maneouvre on Monday when its Dutch owner filed for bankruptcy, calling time on a nine-month battle to rescue the struggling Swedish marque.
Wed, 21 Dec 2011 More ›
Tourist campervan buyers being fleeced »
Motor Trade Association (MTA) says there is growing evidence that unscrupulous dealers and rogue traders are preying on tourists buying used campervans. After purchasing a vehicle to make their way around New Zealand, many are quickly discovering they have been fleeced and their so called bargain buy is little more than scrap on wheels.
Wed, 14 Dec 2011 More ›
Staying safe on the road when the heat is on »
The one thing you don’t need this summer is a vehicle that breaks down, or worse still, has a mechanical failure that puts you, your passengers and other road users in danger.
Thu, 8 Dec 2011 More ›
Deadline nears for LPG users »
Businesses, homeowners, marae and other users of Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) across New Zealand are being urged to make sure they meet legal requirements, as the deadline to comply nears.
Thu, 8 Dec 2011 More ›
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