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Road Freight Peak Body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed the announcement from Transport Minister Simeon Brown that legislation moving all light vehicles off fuel excise and into the Road User Charges system will be progressed next year, with the switch being implemented as soon as 2027.

Interim Chief Executive Dom Kalasih says while paying fuel excise at-the-pump was convenient for drivers, changes in vehicle technology and variability in fuel consumption meant it wasn’t an effective way of vehicle...

In today’s challenging economy, technology remains critical to enhancing efficiency and project outcomes. The 2024 Construction Industry Survey by Teletrac Navman and Civil Contractors NZ reveals a significant shift towards the integration of advanced technologies, with fleet management systems (77 percent) an...

On September 1, a major advancement in the automotive industry's efforts toward sustainability will take place with the launch of the Tyrewise scheme, as reported by the Motor Trade Association (MTA). This initiative aims to streamline the process for the collection and recycling of end-of-life tyres (ELTs) by providing free collection services from retailers and collection sites, eliminating disposal fees entirely.

Lee Marshall, Chief Executive of the MTA, expressed his enthusiasm for the Tyrewise initiative, which ha...

Fairfax has made a significant leap in the logistics industry with the introduction of New Zealand's first fully autonomous, all-electric, engineless refrigerated trailer system. This innovative solution promises to revolutionise the transportation of goods across the country while dramatically reducing environmental impact. 

The new trailer, named Fairfax ZE (Zero Emissions), represents a vision of future logistics where trucks can deliver fresh produce without generating harmful emissions. Developed in collabora...

Proposed speed limit increases to 110km/h on State Highway 1/76 Christchurch Southern Motorway to Rolleston will mean faster journey times for Kiwis travelling in and out of Christchurch from the south and has been welcomed by Transport Minister Simeon Brown. 

“Boosting economic growth and productivity is a key part of the Government’s plan to rebuild the economy. This proposal supports that outcome by reducing travel times and increasing efficiency on this key South Island freight route.

“Started by the pre...

The 30-year National Infrastructure Plan will ensure greater stability of infrastructure priorities to help New Zealand plan for, fund and deliver important projects, Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop says.

“National campaigned on developing a 30-year national infrastructure plan, and I am pleased to outline our progress toward delivering it in Government.

“Work is underway now to develop the 30-year National Infrastructure Plan which will outline New Zealand’s infrastructure needs over the next 30 years, plan...