News & updates

Transporting New Zealand is calling on political parties to back three practical measures targeting distracted driving, seatbelt non-compliance and drug-impaired driving. The call follows the release of the AA Road Safety Review 2026.

Inspiring Futures Foundation Scholarships, proudly presented by MITO, are now open for applications up until 11 December 2026. From trainees taking their first steps in the industry to experienced staff developing leadership and management skills, these scholarships help employers invest in training that benefits both their team and their business.

We're calling on all political parties to commit to a future where schools play an active role in helping students with the licensing process and referring them to free, accessible driver education programmes.

Industry-led collaboration is helping make transport safer and more efficient. In this week's blog, Dom celebrates that leadership and explores how smarter energy choices could strengthen New Zealand’s resilience and reduce its reliance on imported fuel.

In this blog: insights on the Middle East conflict from fuel suppliers; Luxon's challenge to NZTA; HPMV permits; and a great week of member events.

Lots of things have been on our radar this week including the Assoc. Transport Minister's decision not to mandate certain vehicle safety features, the Health and Safety at Work Amendment Act, VDAM Phase 3 and a long-awaited improvement to fuel resilience in the lower North Island.