MTA News
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Improved MTA WoF Check Sheet Now Available »
The MTA Passenger and Goods Vehicle WoF check sheet has had a ‘Pass’ tick box included in the ‘Reasons for Rejection’ area. This change was requested by the MTA Automotive Technology Committee as a result of feedback from NZTA Reviewers.
Thu, 8 Apr 2010 More ›
New Car Market Still Improving »
The new car market has maintained its improved start to the year according to the Motor Trade Association (MTA). Registration data just released by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), shows March sales were up 10 percent compared to the same month a year ago.
Thu, 8 Apr 2010 More ›
US Heavyweights Locked in Sales Battle »
America's new “big three” motor companies – General Motors, Ford and Toyota – almost scored a three-way dead heat in the March sales race.
Wed, 7 Apr 2010 More ›
Coming Out of His Shell »
When New Zealand company Greenstone Energy takes over the assets of Shell in this country this month, there is one service it will still require from the giant multinational – buying oil.
Tue, 6 Apr 2010 More ›
Easter Road Toll Worst in 16 Years »
The Easter road toll is the worst in 16 years after a seriously injured cyclist had her life support turned off overnight, taking the number of deaths to 10.
Tue, 6 Apr 2010 More ›
Auto-Sales Jump in March: Is Recovery Finally Here? »
With help from big incentives from Toyota and broadly stronger demand for vans and pickup trucks, sales of new vehicles leaped nearly 27% in March compared with the same month last year, as the auto industry began to show signs that it is emerging from a long slump.
Tue, 6 Apr 2010 More ›
Heavier Trucks Will Bring Real Productivity Gains »
A new permit system allowing heavy vehicles to operate outside the current mass and dimension limits will deliver real gains for both the economy and the travelling public, says Transport Minister Steven Joyce.
Thu, 1 Apr 2010 More ›
Big Trucks are Big Trouble »
Longer, heavier trucks will soon be on our roads meaning drivers should brace themselves for more road carnage, and more road damage, the Green Party said today.
Thu, 1 Apr 2010 More ›
Minister to Recommend Cameras in Taxis »
Transport Minister Steven Joyce today met with representatives from the taxi industry to discuss a report from officials recommending that security cameras are made mandatory in all taxis operating in our major towns and cities.
Thu, 1 Apr 2010 More ›






























