Safety
Media releases about safety issues.
19 December 2019
AA welcomes roadside drug testing at last
The introduction of roadside drug testing will be a milestone moment in New Zealand’s road safety history, says the AA.
19 December 2019
AA sees plenty of potential in new road safety strategy
Greater investment in road safety is one of the most critical elements in the Government’s new Road To Zero 10-year strategy for the next decade, says the AA.
28 November 2019
AA welcomes safer variable speed limits for schools
Most drivers will be on board with the Government’s plans to reduce speed limits around schools and bring back signs ahead of speed cameras, says the Automobile Association.
15 October 2019
AA calls for a re-think on SH6 speed limit proposal
The AA is concerned that the NZ Transport Agency is losing public confidence by proposing a blanket speed limit reduction along the whole road between Nelson and Blenheim.
15 October 2019
Future-proofed design for new Manawatū Tararua highway
The AA is pleased to hear the design for the road that will eventually replace the closed Manawatu Gorge will now be four lanes for its whole length.
25 September 2019
AA concerned at number of drink drivers avoiding interlocks
Nearly half the drink drivers facing an alcohol interlock are not being sentenced to one, a report from the AA Research Foundation has found.
22 August 2019
Light rail delay creates opportunity to accelerate highway projects
The AA is calling on the Government to bring forward critical highway projects while time is spent properly developing the plans for a rapid transit system in Auckland.
18 April 2019
Reducing risks on the road needs better reflection
The AA is asking all drivers to remember to look in the mirror as we head towards the Easter break.
27 February 2019
Compromise the key in Auckland speed limits debate – AA
The AA supports efforts to bring down speeds on high-risk Auckland roads, but will be calling on Auckland Transport (AT) to dial back its proposal for lower speed limits across the city in order to both improve road safety and get lasting buy-in from the public.
1 January 2019
Another tragic year of deaths on the road
The Automobile Association is urging everyone to think about how they can help make our roads safer in 2019.