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New vehicle sales accelerate throughout June

Thursday, 5 July 2012, 11:31 am | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says June turned out to be another strong month for new vehicle sales. More >>

Five winter driving tips from MTA

Wednesday, 27 June 2012, 9:44 am | Motor Trade Association

Driving in winter can sometimes be a daunting prospect. Good vehicle preparation, knowledge and driving technique are critical. Here are some winter driving tips for making sure your journey is safe, enjoyable and hazard-free. More >>

Statistics prove it – new cars are better value than ever

Wednesday, 20 June 2012, 1:31 pm | Motor Trade Association

While the motor industry has long promoted the idea that cars represent increasingly good value, proof that it is an actual fact is now available courtesy of Statistics New Zealand. More >>

Small diesel vehicles lose out again

Wednesday, 13 June 2012, 5:13 pm | Motor Trade Association

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says owners of light diesel vehicles have again lost out. They have been denied the full benefit of the inherent fuel efficiency of their vehicles with government’s decision to retain a flat line approach to ... More >>

Let the battle begin! MTA Apprentice of the Year 2012

Tuesday, 12 June 2012, 5:27 pm | Motor Trade Association

The 2012 MTA Apprentice of the Year competition is now open for entries. Motor Trade Association (MTA) is encouraging automotive businesses to put forward their top apprentices to battle it out and find the best in the industry. More >>

May, another great month for new vehicle sales

Thursday, 7 June 2012, 4:24 pm | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says May turned out to be yet another great month for new vehicle sales. More >>

Tread carefully this Queen’s birthday weekend

Wednesday, 23 May 2012, 12:21 pm | Motor Trade Association

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is urging drivers to ensure the tyres on their car are properly maintained and in the best condition possible for this coming Queen’s birthday weekend. More >>

Consumer Law Reform Complicating Everyday Transactions

Tuesday, 15 May 2012, 2:33 pm | Motor Trade Association

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is concerned that some of the conditions being proposed under the Consumer Law Reform Bill are heavy-handed and may make conditions for consumers more complicated instead of easier. More >>

New vehicle sales power ahead in April

Friday, 4 May 2012, 4:55 pm | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says new vehicle sales continue to be at the forefront of economic recovery with another strong sales month recorded in April. More >>

No time to decelerate, Minister

Friday, 27 April 2012, 6:20 pm | Motor Trade Association

Yesterday’s release of the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Vehicle Licensing Reform review will give stakeholders a clearer picture of government’s objectives and its thinking, but it also gives rise for concern says the Motor Trade Association ... More >>

Consumer Law Reform Bill may reduce consumer protection

Monday, 23 April 2012, 4:26 pm | Motor Trade Association

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is concerned that the Consumer Law Reform Bill may in some instances be adding to the complexity of consumer protection laws without in fact providing benefits of substance for consumers. More >>

Vehicle emissions rule must look at the whole fleet

Wednesday, 18 April 2012, 1:47 pm | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says the government’s announcement yesterday on plans to update the rules setting emissions standards for vehicles coming into New Zealand is a good move but it must also consider an even bigger polluter – New Zealand’s ... More >>

New car sales exceed expectations in March

Thursday, 5 April 2012, 9:46 am | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says, spurred on by the end of financial year impetus, the strength of the New Zealand dollar, increased product availability and aggressive marketing by many distributors, has seen the new car market continue to perform ahead ... More >>

Vehicle licensing review must get its priorities right

Wednesday, 28 March 2012, 5:03 pm | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says the government’s announcement today that it intends looking at reforms to deliver a “simpler and more efficient vehicle licensing system” have been well signalled to the industry and come as no surprise. More >>

Lack of motorcyclists could hinder congestion solution

Thursday, 15 March 2012, 11:18 am | Motor Trade Association

While overseas research suggests that greater use of motorcycles could play a key role in reducing vehicle congestion, a declining pool of licensed riders could mean New Zealand would be unable to take advantage of this says Motor Trade Association ... More >>

Tyre recycling scheme welcomed

Wednesday, 14 March 2012, 3:53 pm | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) is delighted that Minister for the Environment Hon Dr Nick Smith has agreed to support funding the development of a tyre product stewardship scheme for New Zealand. More >>

New vehicle sales maintain good pace in February

Tuesday, 6 March 2012, 9:52 am | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says the new vehicle market has maintained its healthy start to 2012 on the back of strong sales of passenger vehicles. More >>

IAG dominant in vehicle insurance

Friday, 2 March 2012, 1:23 pm | Motor Trade Association

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) said today the recent announcement that Australian insurer IAG NZ will acquire AMI Insurance will give IAG the biggest market share in the motor vehicle insurance market in New Zealand. More >>

An old favourite gets a companion – the MTA Gift Card

Thursday, 1 March 2012, 2:43 pm | Motor Trade Association

Today the Motor Trade Association (MTA) launched the MTA Gift Card, a companion to its longstanding and well-known MTA Gift Voucher. More >>

Light diesel vehicles offside with RUC

Wednesday, 15 February 2012, 6:34 pm | Motor Trade Association

Motor Trade Association (MTA) says that the recent passing of road user charges (RUC) legislation is a considerable improvement in the way that RUC is currently handled – but despite the progress signalled with these changes, there are some key opportunities ... More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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