New ZealandApril Fools' change to give-way rule a no-goThe date for a new give-way rule change to come into force was pushed forward because of concern motorists...09 Nov 06:26 PM
Freight and logisticsFuel tax hike to pay for road costsFuel tax is likely to rise by about 3.5c per litre over the next two years to help fund hundreds of millions in additional government spending on "roads of national significance" such as the Puhoi to Welsford highway.26 Jul 01:07 AM
EconomyGovt postpones fuel tax hikeA planned fuel tax increase has been postponed by the Government because of "tight" economic conditions and the cost of the Christchurch earthquake recovery. Transport Minister Stephen Joyce announced today the increase had been deferred.26 Apr 02:43 AM
New ZealandCellphone cops make 'joke' of lawA senior police officer has condemned colleagues for using their cellphones while driving, saying it is a joke to go out and enforce the law when officers appear to be readily flouting it. Another officer has been caught on camera talking 30 Jan 04:30 PM
New Zealand<i>Ask Phoebe</i>: Yes, jaywalking is illegal, but enforcing the law on it is difficult06 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandBryce Johns' submission to the Land Transport (Road Safety and Other Matters) Amendment Bill select committee28 Oct 12:28 AM
New ZealandNo booze or you will be fined, teen drivers toldA "zero-tolerance" policy will fine teenage drivers $200 and 50 demerit points if they have any alcohol at all in their system.30 Sep 04:30 PM
New ZealandJoyce joins list of MPs with convictionsTransport Minister Steven Joyce is the latest MP to admit having criminal convictions.16 Sep 06:00 AM
