Media releases
14 February 2006
AA urges motorists to purchase cars with three-point seat belts
The AA encourages motorists to purchase cars with three-point seat belts if they intend on regularly carrying passengers.Jack Biddle, AA Technical Advice Manager, says “in the event of an accident, a three-point belt in the centre of the rear seat provides far greater protection for passengers than a lap belt.
7 January 2006
New laws will have a positive effect on road safety
Twelve new transport laws came into effect yesterday.
15 November 2005
Ground-breaking online travel planner launched
The most innovative online travel information service is being launched today in the shape of AA SmartMap, and it’s available free to all New Zealanders.
31 October 2005
AA helps public save on fuel
The AA is giving everyone the opportunity to save on fuel every time they re-licence their vehicle.
27 September 2005
Joint release from Land Transport NZ and the New Zealand Automobile Association
Crash test results of non-luxury 4WDs have found that the Subaru Forester is the only vehicle to score a top 5 star result with its side and head airbags offered as standard features.
20 September 2005
AA vehicle testing station opens in New Plymouth
The AA is to celebrate the ‘official opening’ of its new AA Vehicle Testing Station in New Plymouth this week.
20 September 2005
AA vehicle testing station opens in Whanganui
The AA is to celebrate the ‘official opening’ of its new AA Vehicle Testing Station in Whanganui this week.