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BAC delay risking lives says MTA
Tuesday, 27 July 2010, 11:55 am | Motor Trade Association
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is surprised at today’s announcement that the Government is seeking a further two years of research to determine the benefits to New Zealand’s road toll by reducing the blood alcohol level. Our current 0.8 is ... More >>
MTA Supports Legislative Change For Quad Bikes
Wednesday, 21 July 2010, 3:44 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) says it supports Wellington coroner Ian Smith’s call for legislative change on quad bike use and that more than 100 people dying in the past 10 years is far too many. More >>
V8 supercar driver spreads the road safety message
Thursday, 24 June 2010, 5:22 pm | Motor Trade Association
Kiwi motorsport star, Greg Murphy is heading back to school, to spread the road safety message, with the ‘MTA Murph in Schools’ programme, which again takes to the road in late June. Murphy will be making his first stop in Taranaki on Monday 28 ... More >>
New car buying patterns shifting dramatically
Wednesday, 26 May 2010, 3:10 pm | Motor Trade Association
While there has been much focus on the steady improvement in the sales of new cars in recent months, a more pronounced and longer term change has been unfolding. A combination of economic and lifestyle factors is responsible for a dramatic shift ... More >>
The search is on for MTA Apprentice of the Year
Tuesday, 18 May 2010, 4:27 pm | Motor Trade Association
The search is on once again to find the Motor Trade Association (MTA) Apprentice of the year 2010, and MTA is encouraging automotive businesses from all sectors of the industry to put forward their top apprentices. More >>
NZ’s first motor industry trade magazine turns 90
Tuesday, 11 May 2010, 9:25 am | Motor Trade Association
At a time when traditional media forms throughout the world have struggled to stay afloat, one local magazine marks a significant milestone. Many well known names have fallen by the wayside as a combination of falling advertising and sales revenues ... More >>
Wheeler-dealer roadside selling
Wednesday, 21 April 2010, 10:14 am | Motor Trade Association
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is concerned that councils may be turning a blind eye to the increasing number of organised roadside car sales, which can provide a venue for illegal sellers and cars riddled with problems. More >>
Public wants drink drive limit lower for over 20s
Monday, 15 March 2010, 4:54 pm | Motor Trade Association
A Motor Trade Association (MTA) poll has found that most New Zealanders think the Government should lower the drink drive limit for drivers over 20. More >>
New appointments at MTA
Tuesday, 9 March 2010, 10:07 am | Motor Trade Association
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 ... More >>
New car market continues recovery
Thursday, 4 March 2010, 10:17 am | Motor Trade Association
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 ... More >>
Govt’s future road safety strategy a good start
Wednesday, 3 March 2010, 11:56 am | Motor Trade Association
The Governments draft Road Safety Strategy, which aims to slash New Zealand’s annual road toll and serious injuries over the next 10 years was launched today by Transport Minister Steven Joyce. More >>
Motorcycle and scooter riders turn out in force
Friday, 12 February 2010, 2:26 pm | Motor Trade Association
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’. More >>
Bikers, scooters gear up for Ride to Work Day
Monday, 8 February 2010, 3:23 pm | Motor Trade Association
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. More >>
MTA Says Govt Emissions Plan Won't Work
Wednesday, 11 July 2007, 3:12 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) says its studies show that the plan proposed by Government to restrict used vehicle imports will fail to achieve the breakthrough impact necessary to improve air quality. More >>
MTA backs graduation racing class
Wednesday, 4 October 2006, 3:53 pm | Motor Trade Association
Motor Trade Association (MTA) will be the naming sponsor for MotorSport New Zealand’s Formula Ford Championship which will run as part of the Summer MotorSport Series starting at Pukekohe in November. More >>
Used vehicle imports: Court backs call for change
Friday, 21 October 2005, 9:40 am | Motor Trade Association
Organisations representing used vehicle importers and dealers say a High Court ruling backs their call for change in the way Land Transport New Zealand administers vehicle compliance rules. More >>
Older Vehicles Reflect Demand Reality
Thursday, 27 January 2005, 4:02 pm | Motor Trade Association
Continued demand for inexpensive older vehicles reflects the realities of what customers can afford, according to Andy Cuming, spokesman for the Motor Trade Association (MTA). More >>
Vehicle Testing NZ purchases On Road business
Wednesday, 6 October 2004, 3:10 pm | Motor Trade Association
Vehicle Testing New Zealand Limited (VTNZ) has today signed an agreement to purchase the assets and business operations of one of the country’s more innovative vehicle testing companies, On Road New Zealand Limited (On Road). More >>
Fuel Saving Tips From MTA
Friday, 11 June 2004, 2:40 pm | Motor Trade Association
Oil prices are continuing to fluctuate and advice from oil industry analysts is that in spite of increased OPEC production we shouldn't look forward to significantly lower petrol prices any time in the future. More >>
Sharks And Cowboys Need Not Apply
Wednesday, 2 June 2004, 10:37 am | Motor Trade Association
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) today announced plans to improve the motor industry’s image. Members must now meet strict standards which will strengthen consumer confidence. More >>