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Competition heats up for motorists’ petrol dollar
Wednesday, 1 November 2006, 5:06 pm | Automobile Association
Media Release: 1 November 2006 AA PetrolWatch – October 2006 Competition heats up for motorists’ petrol dollar More >>
Awards Announced Ahead of AA EnergyWise Rally
Friday, 20 October 2006, 4:40 pm | Automobile Association
The awards for the 2006 AA EnergyWise Rally have been announced in the race ahead to next month’s event. Taking place from November 6 – 10, the aim of the 2006 AA EnergyWise Rally is to find the most fuel efficient new car in each class. More >>
Motorists urged to have say on the Auck Ring Route
Thursday, 12 October 2006, 11:17 am | Automobile Association
The AA is encouraging public discussion and urging motorists to provide feedback on Transit New Zealand’s proposal to use tolling to help fund Auckland’s Western Ring Route. More >>
Emissions-testing trial helps to improve imports
Wednesday, 11 October 2006, 10:45 am | Automobile Association
The AA and a Japan-based inspection company JEVIC, have just completed an emissions-testing trial on over 3000 used vehicles bound for New Zealand. Initiated by the Ministry of Transport, the trial means that vehicles are subject to an emissions tail pipe ... More >>
Understanding Risk The Key To Saving Young Lives
Thursday, 5 October 2006, 1:19 pm | Automobile Association
Media Release: October 5 2006 Understanding Risk The Key To Saving Young Lives “The issue isn’t necessarily driving age, the main issue is giving young drivers effective training that decreases their risk-taking behaviour,” says Dr Robert Isler, the ... More >>
Waikato youth driver study breaks new ground
Thursday, 28 September 2006, 3:12 pm | Automobile Association
The University of Waikato’s ground-breaking young driver study could have world-wide ramifications. “This is the first scientific study of its kind since an elementary experiment in the US a quarter-century ago” says Dr Robert Isler, the senior lecturer ... More >>
Waikato youth driver study breaks new ground
Thursday, 28 September 2006, 12:58 am | Automobile Association
The University of Waikato's ground-breaking young driver study could have world-wide ramifications. "This is the first scientific study of its kind since an elementary experiment in the US a quarter-century ago" says Dr Robert Isler, the senior lecturer ... More >>
‘101 Must-Do’s For Kiwis’
Monday, 18 September 2006, 10:14 am | Automobile Association
The AA has launched its 101 Must-Do’s For Kiwis domestic tourism campaign today and released the list of 101 activities that every New Zealander must experience in their lifetime. More >>
Automobile Association Honours Army Drivers
Monday, 4 September 2006, 3:20 pm | Automobile Association
On Tuesday 5 September, the Automobile Association (AA) will present 13 young Army drivers with the Alchemy Gold certificate to endorse the high standard of vehicle handling they have achieved during their driver training. More >>
AA Helps Stop Car Thieves in their Tracks
Sunday, 27 August 2006, 2:14 pm | Automobile Association
Media Release: August 27 2006 AA Helps Stop Car Thieves in their Tracks The AA is launching AA Vehicle Security to help combat the rising number of car thefts and to reassure motorists their vehicles are unlikely to be targeted next. “Last year ... More >>
Study To Train The Brains Of Young Drivers
Tuesday, 15 August 2006, 3:41 pm | Automobile Association
Waikato University and the AA Driver Education Foundation have announced they will conduct a study to evaluate a new training approach for young drivers. The aim of the study is to prove – or disprove – the benefits of combining practical training ... More >>
Citroën first vehicle to score top marks
Tuesday, 15 August 2006, 10:15 am | Automobile Association
The Citroën C6 is the first vehicle ever to achieve the maximum four star pedestrian protection rating in the latest crash test results released in New Zealand today by Land Transport NZ and the AA. More >>
New Driving Training Course for Young NZers
Wednesday, 12 July 2006, 9:30 am | Automobile Association
The AA has launched a new Defensive Driving Course to empower young New Zealanders with safe driving skills and knowledge. AA Driving Training Manager Karen Dickson says “the innovative new driver training course has been designed with the different ... More >>
Plans Make A Dent In Transport Backlog
Thursday, 29 June 2006, 10:59 am | Automobile Association
"The release of the National Land Transport Programme and the Transit New Zealand 10-year State Highway Forecast is another milestone step in addressing the transport backlog of congestion, road safety and public transport projects in New Zealand," ... More >>
Latest used car safety ratings released today
Tuesday, 27 June 2006, 3:47 pm | Automobile Association
Buyers of used cars can now check the safety standard of over 300 popular vehicles, with the release of the 2006 Used Car Safety Ratings today. More >>
Latest used car safety ratings released today
Tuesday, 27 June 2006, 12:16 am | Automobile Association
Latest used car safety ratings released today Buyers of used cars can now check the safety standard of over 300 popular vehicles, with the release of the 2006 Used Car Safety Ratings today. The 2006 ratings are based on the latest information from ... More >>
A quiet month for motorists
Wednesday, 7 June 2006, 11:07 am | Automobile Association
After record price rises during April, motorists will be feeling a little less nervous after petrol and diesel prices remained the same throughout May, retailing at $1.71 per litre for 91 octane petrol and $1.28 per litre for diesel in the main centres. More >>
Honda Still Most Popular Choice Among New Owners
Tuesday, 23 May 2006, 11:32 am | Automobile Association
Honda Still Most Popular Choice Amongst New Vehicle Owners Honda has again taken first prize when it comes to customer satisfaction for New Zealanders purchasing new vehicles. In the latest vehicle ownership and satisfaction study released today ... More >>
AA Congratulates Government On A Fantastic Budget
Thursday, 18 May 2006, 8:12 pm | Automobile Association
On behalf of the New Zealand motorist, the AA congratulates the Government and Dr Cullen on today’s Budget. There is now more money being spent on transport than ever before and the benefits will be seen for years to come. More >>
World First For Odometer Inspection Partners
Wednesday, 3 May 2006, 9:20 am | Automobile Association
Media Release: 2 May 2006 World First For Odometer Inspection Partners The AA’s odometer inspection partner, JEVIC New Zealand Ltd, has become the first company in the world to achieve ISO 17020 accreditation for odometer certification. ISO 17020 accreditation ... More >>
