Media Contacts
For all media enquiries, please contact MTA
In the first instance, please contact Simon Bradwell, Media & Public Relations Manager, phone 027 266 9975
Alternatively, phone 0800 00 11 44 or email [email protected]
Press Releases
Protection Funding: Good News for Service Stations
(26 May 2022). The Government announced a $6 million programme for small businesses to protect themselves from ram raids.
MTA to Government: Extend Clean Car Upgrade to all
(16 May 2022). MTA has long called for a scrappage scheme and is pleased to see it included in today’s Emission Reductions Plan of measures to reduce emissions.
Apprenticeship Boost
(10 May 2022). The Motor Trade Association says extending the Apprenticeship Boost scheme until the end of the year is brilliant news for the automotive industry.
Government Announcement Win-Win for Motorists
(15 March 2022). The Motor Trade Association has been calling for the Government to address the level of tax on fuel, either through GST or other taxes. Cutting taxes on fuel without impact on funding for major roading projects is a win-win for motorists.
40% of vehicles failed their WoF last year
(22 February 2022). As Waka Kotahi launches a PR blitz for the ambitious “Road To Zero” campaign, the Motor Trade Association says the state of thousands of vehicles on our roads is still a major concern – and will be for years.
Petrol Prices
(8 February 2022). Motor Trade Association is asking motorists not to take any frustration out on the person behind the service station counter as the price of petrol heads towards three dollars a litre for Premium 95.
Avoid Break-ins or Theft This Summer
(23 November 2021). MTA wants to help motorists protect their vehicles from break-ins or theft over the holiday season. Simple steps can be taken to prevent such an issue.
WoF call will keep Kiwis safe this summer
(30 November 2021). MTA says Transport Minister Michael Wood’s decision not to extend the WoF exemption beyond 30th November will mean a safer summer on our roads.
MTA Announces New Association President
(16 November 2021). The Motor Trade Association has a new hand on the steering wheel with Bob Boniface elected as President, replacing retiring incumbent Dave Harris.
Tyrewise programme
(5 November 2021). Sector Manager for Energy and Environment Ian Baggott welcomes the release of the Government's consultation document on its proposed product stewardship regulations for tyres and large batteries.
Scrappage Scheme a Good Start
(13 October 2021). MTA has acknowledged the release by Minister Shaw of the Government's Emission Reduction consultation document as an important step to achieving New Zealand's climate change goals. But more detail is needed.
MTA welcomes rent relief for COVID-impacted businesses
(29 September 2021). The Motor Trade Association (MTA) welcomes Minister Faafoi's surprise announcement of mechanisms to drive rent relief discussions between small businesses and their landlords. Mechanisms the MTA had called for in a letter to the Government at the beginning of the month.
MTA calls for Auckland to shift to Level 3
(20 September 2021). The Motor Trade Association (MTA) has called for Auckland to move safely to Level 3 as soon as possible. While MTA recognises and supports the ambition for New Zealand to battle the threat from Covid-19, the cost to business is raising worrying mental and financial health concerns.
MTA calls for greater sector engagement on Covid planning
(3 September 2021). MTA is calling on the Government to establish sector feedback groups it can engage with as part of its Covid-19 response planning. “We think this a huge opportunity for the Government” MTA’s Advocacy and Strategy Manager Greig Epps said today.
Coffee sales “flip-flop” has MTA boiling
(25 August 2021). The overnight discovery that the Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment amended the rules this week to prevent Service Stations selling hot beverages and bakery goods has the Motor Trade Association (MTA) on the boil.
MTA closely monitoring AMPOL bid for Z Energy
(24 August 2021). MTA is closely watching the AMPOL offer for Z Energy to see if it provides a chance to further reform the fuel retail market. “This is a significant move and one we’re hoping will improve the lot of small independent businesses,” said MTA’s Sector Manager Energy and Environment, Ian Baggott.
MTA Supports Prioritising Vaccinations for Essential Workers
(20 August 2021). The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says prioritising essential workers for vaccinations against Covid-19 is “the right thing to do”. “Essential workers are going out every day to support their communities, to keep us safe and to keep us moving,” MTA’s Sector Manager – Energy and Environmental, Ian Baggott, said.
Clean car package welcomed but could be strengthened
(13 June 2021). The Motor Trade Association (MTA) has welcomed the clean car discount package announced today, but says the Government missed an opportunity to go further.
MTA Calls on Government to Fine-Tune Climate Change Commission Final Advice
(9 June 2021). Minister James Shaw today released the Final Advice of the Climate Change Commission on how to address climate change. The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says the Government’s response will need to fine-tune the final advice to avoid unintended consequences on New Zealand’s roads.
Immigration a road safety issue
(17 May 2021). The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is concerned the Government's approach to immigration will impact on road safety. “A long-running skill shortage in the automotive sector threatens vehicle inspection and the industry's capacity to train for the future," says MTA’s Advocacy and Strategy Manager Greig Epps.