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Big Time Success

When now major-league North Island logtruck company Aztec started up, there were some in the industry who didn’t give it much hope.

The thing is, the three drivers who created Aztec Forest...


Southpac Legends

Best of Both Worlds - Greg Cochrane

Without leaving his own backyard Greg Cochrane has gone from the rock bottom of his family’s business to becoming Executive General Manager of NZ’s arm of ASX’s biggest publicly listed freight c...


Recently Registered

Market Weak....Fuso Strong

New Zealand’s new truck market had a weak start to 2021 – not unexpectedly in the ongoing COVID climate of uncertainty….

But FUSO, on the other hand, had a very strong January – edging out...


Double Coin Imaging Awards

Mercer’s colours in the TDM mix
The inspiration for the sharp livery on the trucks run by Franklin company TDM Construction is an interesting mix of commercial and personal influences.A couple of the icons on the compan...

NZ Truck & Driver Magazine
March 2021 | Read Now
NZ Truck & Driver Magazine
March 2021 | Read Now
Industry Partners
NZTD News | Posted 06-11-2026 90 years, Governments of every stripe, one NRC voice
In 1936, 29 Auckland owner-carriers decided small operators needed one voice. Ninety years later, National Road Carriers has worked with...
NZTD News | Posted 06-11-2026 A big weekend and bigger questions ahead
The General Election is upon us this weekend. This is the most fascinating election I can recall for a long...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 $1.15M Loan for Wairarapa grain storage facility
Wairarapa farmers and allied contractors will reap the benefits of a $1.55 million loan from the Regional Infrastructure Fund to...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 Commercial Road Transport Scholarships now open – apply today!
Thinking about how to develop your career or upskill your workforce in 2027? Inspiring Futures Foundation Scholarships, proudly presented by...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 Driver licensing support in schools could unlock jobs for young New Zealanders
Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand is calling on political parties to fund a school-based pathway connecting young people with...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 Keep an eye out for the NZI Truckie Rest Zone in Rakaia on Wed 18th Nov
Heavy vehicle drivers can pull their rigs in, enjoy some complimentary refreshments, get a health check, and have a chat...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 Mack Trucks Australia and Oceania on the hunt for new leadership
Mack Trucks Australia and Oceania could soon have a new name at the top of the organisational chart, following the...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 Road safety missing from party policies
Road freight association Transporting New Zealand is calling on political parties to back three practical measures targeting distracted driving, seatbelt...
NZTD News | Posted 05-11-2026 SH1 Mangamuka Road Rebuild – Expect Delays
Road users should allow extra time for their journeys due to upcoming road rebuild works on State Highway 1 at...

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