MTA News

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SUVs now the vehicle of choice »

NZers are now opting for SUVs more than any other vehicle, with large car sales plunging the most. NZTA figures released indicate that SUVs occupy a 29 percent share of the market.

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 More ›

Biofuels firm may list on NZX »

The pioneering biofuels developer LanzaTech is considering listing on the New Zealand stock exchange, after it announced it had secured more than US$50 million in new funding from international and local investors.

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 More ›

GM regains the top spot in global automaking »

Detroit — After three years of settling for second place, General Motors reclaimed its title as the world’s largest automaker in 2011, a year when its sales grew in every region of the globe while Toyota sales were hampered by major natural disasters.

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 More ›

Average age of cars, trucks hits 10.8 years, sets record »

Americans are holding onto their cars and trucks longer than ever.

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 More ›

2011 used imports - oldest average age on record »

NZTA data covering 2011 fleet and registration statistics shows the average age of a used imported vehicle was 8.64 years – the oldest on record.

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 More ›

Be wary of peak school drive times says MTA »

With Monday 30 January marking the start of ‘back to school’ for most children, the Motor Trade Association (MTA) is urging motorists to be extra vigilant around schools and childcare facilities, particularly around peak school pick up and drop off times.

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 More ›