Driver inattention the biggest annoyance - AA Insurance
Inattentive drivers are the major frustration to New Zealand motorists, according to a new AA Insurance poll.
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Warkworth resident Bob Scott writes on the planned motorway north of Auckland - the 'Holiday Highway'
Petrol pain
Since 91 unleaded hit the $2 litre mark, public transport has become a la mode.
Speed campaign nets $1 million
Revenue gathering or road safety? Police and drivers are at odds over speed crackdown.
Christchurch spared from petrol rise
Petrol and diesel prices are on the up - but not in Christchurch.
Government gets tough on fines
Drivers with overdue traffic fines could have their licences suspended under a new law, which would also send people with overdue fines to prison.
AA: Safer roads, cars will reduce toll
Roads and vehicles must be "more forgiving" to curb a road toll which averages more than one death a day, the AA says. Figures released by the Ministry of Transport today show 371 people died on the roads over the past year.
Delays expected at popular holiday spots
Queues of New Year's Eve traffic are beginning to build around the country.
Petrol prices likely to remain stable in 2011
Petrol prices are likely to remain stable over 2011 but will slowly creep up, say analysts.
Plan holiday route, drivers told
Holidaymakers joining the Christmas exodus from Auckland are being encouraged to check road and traffic conditions before leaving home, to improve chances of safe and relatively hassle-free trips.