Media Centre
For all media enquiries:
Email Ana Zandi - Web and Communications Manager
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Safer Journeys »

MTA fully supports the Government's road strategy. The next step in the Safer Journeys project was announced on Wednesday 3 March. MTA believes it is a good start toward improving road safety in New Zealand.
Tue, 3 Mar 2020 More ›
New Appointments at MTA »
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) has completed the restructure of its management team that began late November 2009, with the appointment of a further General Manager and a Web and Communications Manager. The restructuring was undertaken as part of MTA’s strategic plan through to 2015.
Tue, 9 Mar 2010 More ›
Mopeds Slip Under the Radar »
MTA welcomes the Government’s Safer Journeys strategy, and is particularly pleased with the proposed initiatives around motorcycle safety, which include improving motorcycle rider training and assessment tools, the introduction of a specific moped licence for riders and power to weight restrictions for novice riders.
Thu, 4 Mar 2010 More ›
New Car Market Continues Recovery »
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) today announced that the new car market has continued its positive start to the year with February’s registration data just released by the NZ Transport Agency, showing February sales were up 13 percent compared to the same month a year ago.
Thu, 4 Mar 2010 More ›
Tax Poll Shows Uncertainty Among MTA Members »
Last week MTA put a poll out to Members seeking their views on the Government's proposed package deal combining higher GST with lower income tax.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 More ›
Motorcycle and Scooter Riders Turn Out in Force »
Motorcycle and scooter riders from six towns and cities around the country turned out in force today for the second annual ‘MTA Motorcycle and Scooter Ride to Work Day’.
Fri, 12 Feb 2010 More ›
Motorcycle and Scooter Riders Gear up for Ride to Work Day »
Hundreds of motorcycle and scooter riders are gearing up all around the country for the ‘MTA Motorcycle and Scooter Ride to Work Day’ on Friday 12 February 2010.
Mon, 8 Feb 2010 More ›
Contaminated Diesel Claims Lack Substance »
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) has carried out a survey following recent claims that contaminated diesel is causing a range of problems for some diesel vehicles. Results from the contaminated diesel survey show that the problem has not increased over the last three years.
Wed, 3 Feb 2010 More ›
Minimum Wage Increase Impacts Everyone »
Raising the minimum wage at the present time from $12.00 to $15.00 as has been suggested in some quarters, would impact everyone and some businesses may struggle to stay open, says the Motor Trade Association (MTA).
Fri, 22 Jan 2010 More ›
Low Margins May Force Surcharging For Credit Card Use »
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is not surprised to see that so many of its members are welcoming the opportunity to add a surcharge when processing credit card payments through the Visa and MasterCard systems.
Tue, 19 Jan 2010 More ›





























