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ADVERTORIAL: KIWI Truck Tyres represents excellence in New Zealand's diverse transport industry.
Posted on 25-Jan-2024

KIWI Truck Tyres represents excellence in New Zealand's diverse transport industry. 

Here's what sets us apart:

  • Passion for Quality: We're committed to top-tier tyres.
  • NZ-Designed: Meticulously crafted for local roads.
  • Engineered Excellence: Durable materials for tough terrains.
  • Combatting Wear: Tailored solutions for local challenges.
  • 100% NZ-Owned: Rooted in Kiwi spirit, serving locals.
  • Built Tough: Specifically for NZ conditions.
  • Deep Tread:...

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ADVERTORIAL: The 3G Shutdown and Why Now’s the Time to Plan for Fleet Success
Posted on 25-Jan-2024

New Zealand is on the verge of a major change this year as its 3G networks will be decommissioned. In the blink of an eye, August will arrive, and by the 31st of that month, One NZ will begin to shut down its 3G network. Time is ticking, and it’s crucial for businesses to start upgrading their devices and equipment across their fleets that rely on 3G. 

Transitioning to advanced connectivity like 4G means faster speeds, fewer inefficiencies and increased security, especially in rural areas. With 4G designed for eff...

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Daytime closures coming up for SH29 Hinuera in February
Posted on 25-Jan-2024

State Highway 29 at Hinuera (near Matamata) will be closed during the day for almost three weeks for road rehabilitation work.

From Wednesday 7 February until Monday 26 February 2024 the road will be closed between 6am and 6pm on weekdays, with traffic detoured north along SH27 and Hopkins Road. The detour is expected to add around 10 minutes to journeys along SH29. 

Closing the road means the work will be quicker and safer than if Stop/Go was in place says Roger Brady, System Manager at NZ Transport Agency ...

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Lower North Island/Upper South Island - Planned state highway roadworks
Posted on 25-Jan-2024

Lower North Island - There will be a closure on State Highway 53 from Tuesday next week as repairs begin on the Tauwharenikau Bridge. Local road detours will be available.

Repairs and closure planned for Tauwharenikau Bridge – State Highway 53 Wellington drivers need to plan ahead for night closures and resurfacing works planned for the urban motorway in February.

 Major road works planned for the Wellington urban motorway next month

Top of the South Island - There are two projects planned for State Hi...

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Nikola founder Trevor Milton sentenced to 4 years for securities fraud
Posted on 25-Jan-2024

Trevor Milton, the discredited founder and former CEO of electric truck startup Nikola, has been sentenced to four years in prison for securities fraud. The sentence, by Judge Edgardo Ramos in the U.S. District Court in Manhattan, ends a multi-year tale that saw Nikola stock rise and then crash at epic proportions, with accusations of fraud and cancelled contracts.

In his ruling, Ramos said he would impose a sentence of 48 months on each count, served concurrently, and a fine of $1 million. Milton is expected to appeal...

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Reminder of Auckland Harbour Bridge summer maintenance
Posted on 25-Jan-2024

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding motorists about summer maintenance on the Auckland Harbour Bridge from now until early April.

‘The summer maintenance programme will focus on recoating parts of the bridge overarches and require lane restrictions to keep our teams safe while they carry out this important maintenance’.

The full schedule can be found on the NZTA website however, the work will include lane restrictions (North and South) between 10pm and 5am.

As this work is weather dependent,...

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