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December rounds out a positive year for new vehicle sales
Monday, 9 January 2012, 3:59 pm | Motor Trade Association
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) said that while the new vehicle industry faced multiple challenges in the form of natural disasters and supply problems during 2011 it nevertheless managed to show some growth. More >>
Tourist campervan buyers being fleeced
Tuesday, 13 December 2011, 1:28 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) says there is growing evidence that unscrupulous dealers and rogue traders are preying on tourists buying used campervans. After purchasing a vehicle to make their way around New Zealand, many are quickly discovering they ... More >>
Staying safe on the road when the heat is on
Thursday, 8 December 2011, 3:41 pm | Motor Trade Association
The one thing you don’t need this summer is a vehicle that breaks down, or worse still, has a mechanical failure that puts you, your passengers and other road users in danger. Your vehicle is like any piece of equipment or machinery; look after it ... More >>
Turn that summer road trip from a groan to a grin
Thursday, 8 December 2011, 10:55 am | Motor Trade Association
Summer – long days of relaxing, soaking up lots of sun and sea and just lounging about. Well, hopefully it is, but for many people, the stress of the drive to their favourite holiday spot can take the balance of their holiday just to recover from. ... More >>
Modest gains for new vehicle market in November
Tuesday, 6 December 2011, 1:12 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) says the overall new vehicle market recorded some modest gains during November after a sluggish October. While the month was largely overshadowed by the election campaign, good activity within the commercial vehicle sector especially, ... More >>
Petrol price fuels industry debate at MTA Conference
Wednesday, 16 November 2011, 5:19 pm | Motor Trade Association
At its annual conference in Rotorua on Friday 11 November, Motor Trade Association (MTA) held a forum to debate a critical issue for the future of New Zealand transport – should the price of fuel be increased to preserve the precious commodity for ... More >>
Collision repairer insurers recognised at MTA Conference
Wednesday, 16 November 2011, 3:35 pm | Motor Trade Association
Three New Zealand insurers were recognised at a gala awards dinner during Motor Trade Association’s (MTA) annual conference held in Rotorua on Saturday 14 November 2011. More >>
New vehicle buyers distracted during October
Friday, 4 November 2011, 12:32 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) says the overall new vehicle market during October was down, seemingly the victim of buyer distraction with the Rugby World Cup and impending general election leaving its mark. More >>
Commercials boost September new vehicle sales
Thursday, 6 October 2011, 12:41 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) said an increased supply of vehicles ex Japan and a strong performance amongst sales of commercial vehicles boosted the overall new vehicle market during September. More >>
Hawke’s Bay apprentice named 2011 MTA Apprentice of the Year
Wednesday, 5 October 2011, 1:14 pm | Motor Trade Association
A Hastings automotive apprentice is celebrating his win after scooping the 2011 MTA Apprentice of the Year Award. Michael Paaymans, 21, who has been with Lodge Auto Centre for three years, was awarded best apprentice after a competition held in Wellington ... More >>
Kiwis skimping on vehicle insurance and servicing
Thursday, 29 September 2011, 2:58 pm | Motor Trade Association
Results of a Motor Trade Association (MTA) survey looking at the vehicle servicing habits of New Zealand drivers revealed that 14 percent of motorists surveyed did not have any vehicle insurance, 15 percent had third party insurance only, and 70 ... More >>
MTA says ETS review clears the air
Friday, 16 September 2011, 3:42 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) welcomes Government’s report on the review of the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), released yesterday. The certainty now provided through this review will help clear the air around an issue that has until now been subject ... More >>
August passenger car sales defy economic sluggishness
Tuesday, 6 September 2011, 1:06 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) said Augusts’ new vehicle market continued to defy the sluggish results being experienced in other sectors, with overall sales up nearly 16 percent compared to the same period last year. More >>
Motorcycle safety set to improve but mopeds miss out
Friday, 2 September 2011, 3:26 pm | Motor Trade Association
News that the Government has confirmed a number of Rule changes to improve licensing and safety of motorcycle riders can’t come soon enough, but more needs to be done for moped riders according to Motor Trade Association (MTA). More >>
Collision repairers rate AMI & Vero top commercial insurers
Monday, 29 August 2011, 12:51 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) and the Collision Repair Association (CRA) say recent results from the national 2011 Collision Repairers Survey of Insurers shows that AMI Insurance and Vero insurance were rated the best commercial insurers, with specialist ... More >>
Too many unsafe vehicles on our roads
Thursday, 11 August 2011, 12:18 pm | Motor Trade Association
A survey carried out recently by the Motor Trade Association (MTA), showed that nine percent of all the vehicles surveyed had neither a current warrant of fitness (WoF) nor were currently licensed. Vehicles more than six years old are required ... More >>
New vehicle market maintains gains
Thursday, 4 August 2011, 1:35 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) said July’s new vehicle market continued to show resilience, with sales up 9 percent compared to the same period last year. A gradual increase in supply from Japan to affected distributors provided a firm tone to the ... More >>
New Vehicle Market Rebounding
Thursday, 4 August 2011, 10:54 am | Motor Trade Association
The new vehicle market is showing signs of a rebound post the Japanese earthquake and tsunami with July registrations ahead of the same month 2009 and 2010. More >>
Winter driving tips – timely reminders
Wednesday, 27 July 2011, 5:02 pm | Motor Trade Association
Wintry conditions are causing chaos all over the country with numerous road closures due to heavy snowfall and ice. Vehicles have been sliding off the road due to treacherous conditions, highlighting the need to check weather forecasts and to be prepared. More >>
MTA welcomes Government’s plans to invest in roading
Wednesday, 27 July 2011, 12:49 pm | Motor Trade Association
The Government’s recent announcement of plans to invest and focus on roading projects over the next ten years are welcomed says Motor Trade Association (MTA). More >>
