Media releases
6 June 2008
PetrolWatch - May 2008. Petrol hits $2.00 per litre
"Motorists are really unhappy with fuel prices at levels not experienced for decades," says Mike Noon, AA Motoring Affairs General Manager.
2 May 2008
PetrolWatch - April 2008. AA calls for inquiry into fuel prices
"There's just been no let up in prices, with petrol edging ever closer to the psychological $2 per litre barrier. 98 octane is already selling for $2.03 a litre," says Mike Noon, AA Motoring Affairs General Manager.
24 April 2008
Three things to remember on the roads this ANZAC weekend
AA spokesman Simon Lambourne says "many New Zealanders will make the most of the three day weekend and go for a drive - either for a short holiday or to see family and friends. There are many things that motorists can do to keep themselves safe on the roads, but remembering these four simple things will certainly make driving much safer this ANZAC weekend.
9 April 2008
PetrolWatch - March 2008: Pump prices at record highs
"Those are record prices for petrol - previously it reached a high of $1.77 per litre in July and August 2006 following Hurricane Katrina, although diesel briefly hit $1.31 this January," says Mike Noon, AA Motoring Affairs General Manager.
26 March 2008
AA welcomes fuel economy labels
The fuel economy label was launched by the Government today, and must be displayed on all cars sold by motor vehicle traders and trading websites from 7 April 2008. In addition to a fuel economy star rating out of six, the labels provide an indication of how much is likely to be spent in fuel over a year.
20 March 2008
Four things to keep you safe on the road this Easter
AA spokesman Simon Lambourne says "most New Zealanders will make the most of the Easter long weekend and go for a drive - either on holiday or to see family and friends. While there are many things that motorists can do to keep themselves safe on the roads, remembering these four simple things will make driving much safer this Easter."
5 March 2008
PetrolWatch - February 2008. Prices remain high despite the strong New Zealand dollar
"The price rises followed increases in international refined petrol and diesel prices during February, which came on the back of crude oil prices again breaching the US$100 mark," said AA Motoring Affairs General Manager Mike Noon.
26 February 2008
Driving safety research expert returns to New Zealand
Raising the awareness of the high number of work-related fatalities, crashes and injuries in New Zealand, Dr Murray is encouraging organisations to focus more attention on managing the safety and sustainability of fleet vehicles and their drivers, with an overall view to reduce crash risk and increase safety and profitability.
7 February 2008
AA welcomes Government commitment to complete the Western Ring Route
"Today's announcement brings us one step closer to the 2015 reality of having a western ring route which Auckland motorists can use as an alternative to State Highway 1."
5 February 2008
PetrolWatch January 2008. Diesel reaches a record & LPG on the up.
"The high summer prices come on the back of crude oil prices breaching the US$100 a barrel barrier, but are mostly because of rising international refined fuel prices," said AA Motoring Affairs General Manager Mike Noon.