Media releases
16 April 2012
Free eye examinations announced for 879,000 New Zealand motorists
The Automobile Association and Specsavers have today announced a partnership that will provide 879,000 AA Members with a free eye examination every two years.
10 April 2012
Historic zero road toll for Easter weekend shows what is possible
The AA congratulates drivers after New Zealand finished the Easter holiday period with no deaths on the road for the first time in recorded history.
4 April 2012
Drivers need to take extra care on Easter weekend
With wet and windy weather forecast for much of the country over the Easter holiday weekend, keeping a safe following distance when you’re driving will be even more important, says the Automobile Association.
3 April 2012
PetrolWatch - March 2012: Oil prices at highest level since July 2008
Petrol prices rose 3 cents per litre in March, with diesel up 2 cents a litre, following a rise in commodity prices and a drop in the NZ exchange rate since the last retail price increase in late February.
23 March 2012
Final countdown to give way changes
Don’t expect everyone to know our new give way rules on Sunday, the AA is advising road users.
19 March 2012
AA urges drivers to study new give way rules
The AA is urging every driver to spend time studying the new give way rules before they come into effect this Sunday.
2 March 2012
Oil up US$16/barrel, petrol and diesel up 5 cents
The difference between the price of oil and what motorists pay at the fuel pump was highlighted in February.
21 February 2012
Road User Charges Bill will mean higher costs for motorists
The Road User Charges Bill just passed by Parliament will mean higher costs for the majority of diesel vehicle owners, says the New Zealand Automobile Association.
14 February 2012
AA tips for motorists and cyclists during Bike Wise Month
The Automobile Association is reminding motorists and cyclists they need to work together to safely share the roads.
2 February 2012
PetrolWatch - January 2012: Diesel down, petrol up
Fuel prices gave with one hand but took away with the other during January.