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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...

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NZTD News | Posted 12-12-2025 Let’s not let a few bad apples spoil the whole barrel

NZTA has recently suspended the licences of commercial drivers who were either suspected of submitting fraudulent documents when converting...

NZTD News | Posted 12-12-2025 MITO to transition to industry ownership

MITO is officially returning to industry ownership following confirmation from the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) that it has approved...

NZTD News | Posted 12-12-2025 We know what it takes

As we approach Christmas, the usual ramp up in supply chain activity is well underway. Truck movements are up,...

NZTD News | Posted 11-12-2025 ASB Quarterly Economic Forecasts - Have we got some lift off?

The economy does look like it is turning the corner after a rocky ride since last year’s sharp recession....

NZTD News | Posted 11-12-2025 Contract for new SH25 Pepe Stream bridge signed

Transport Minister Chris Bishop has welcomed news that a contract has been confirmed for design, consenting, and construction of...

NZTD News | Posted 11-12-2025 Digging deep as bridge foundations take shape at SH35 Hikuwai

Construction on the new Hikuwai No. 1 Bridge on State Highway 35 (SH35) has reached a significant milestone, with...

NZTD News | Posted 11-12-2025 Scania and LKAB level up electric trucks in mining operations

Scania and LKAB deepen their collaboration to further electrify mining transport. A new, fully electric 8x4 heavy tipper with...

NZTD News | Posted 11-12-2025 Summer R & R For The Auckland Harbour Bridge

Getting some R & R in these summer holidays means ‘rest & relaxation’ for most people, but for our...

NZTD News | Posted 11-12-2025 Truckometer - easing into Xmas

 The Light Traffic Index (LTI) eased 0.2% in November and is 3.3% higher than a year ago. The Heavy...

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