Media releases
2 September 2013
NZ road safety campaigner given international award
The Automobile Association is paying tribute to researcher Gerald Waters, who has been recognised with a prestigious global award for his efforts to reduce impaired driving on New Zealand roads. Mr Waters last week received an International Council on Alcohol, Drugs and Traffic Safety’ (ICADTS) award in Brisbane.
2 September 2013
PetrolWatch - Aug 2013: Diesel prices reach highest level in 21 months
Diesel prices rose 7 cents through August to finish at $1.60 a litre at most service stations, the highest diesel prices have been since November 2011.
9 August 2013
AA welcomes new WoF rule
The AA welcomes the government’s decision to implement changes to the Warrant of Fitness regime which will save motorists at least $160 million a year.
6 August 2013
Aucklanders worst out of fuel offenders
Cars are more fuel efficient these days but drivers still run out of gas and Aucklanders are the worst offenders.
15 July 2013
Everyone must contribute to Auckland transport investment
The release of the Funding Auckland’s Transport Future document today shows there is no easy answer to the city’s transport needs, says the Automobile Association.
28 June 2013
Government gives certainty to Auckland's transport future - AA
The AA welcomes the Government’s announcement of a $10 billion package of major infrastructure projects to meet Auckland’s future transport needs.
19 June 2013
Wintry conditions to make roads treacherous
As a fierce cold snap bears down on the country, the AA urges motorists to check road conditions before travelling and to avoid driving in snowy or stormy weather.
14 June 2013
Emergency response information available on AA Roadwatch platform
As people increasingly turn to social media and other web-based sources for fast facts and rich information, accuracy can be left wanting.
4 June 2013
Zero toll real proof of improving safety on our roads
The first fatality free Queen’s Birthday weekend on record proves New Zealand’s road safety is improving significantly, says the Automobile Association.
4 June 2013
PetrolWatch - May 2013: Falling dollar leads to higher fuel prices
A 10-week run of falling fuel prices came to an end in mid-May with petrol prices rising 7 cents per litre, and diesel 4 cents during the month.