Freight access protected during critical Tiniroto Road repairs
Improved access arrangements for urgent Tiniroto Road repairs are a positive step after initial closure plans threatened major disruption…
Freight productivity measures will support jobs and economic growth
The road freight sector and wider economy will benefit from the Government removing barriers to improve freight productivity and minimise…
Silver lining of a crisis
Over the last 72 hours I’ve sensed a quantum leap in attention and urgency to VDAM reform as officials advise their Ministers on what can…
WoF inspection frequency to reduce
The government has announced changes to WoF frequencies from this November, with some vehicles reducing to every 2 years, and others…
Never waste a good crisis
With our large coastline, New Zealand has a huge exclusive economic zone, and there is absolutely the potential for more oil to be…
Margins under pressure – industry fuel survey update
Key themes include margins under pressure, severe cashflow strain, concern about diesel stockouts, and slowing demand.
Transporting New Zealand calls for urgent repairs on Tiniroto Road, Gisborne
The deteriorating condition of Tiniroto Road in Gisborne is creating serious safety risks and costs for freight operators and other road…
Fuel supply & pricing seminar
A summary of the Fuel Supply & Pricing Seminar held on 9 April 2026, with Steve West (Envisory) and Bryan Chapple (Commerce Commission)…
When was the last time your truck and trailer had an alignment check?
A correctly aligned truck will be easier to drive, cause the driver less fatigue, have better tyre wear and better fuel economy, says the…
Market response shows just how essential road freight is
It’s been another week dominated by fuel price rises and increasing pressure on freight operators. Despite these record cost-pressures,…
MyTrucking transforms subcontracting with new Job Sharing feature
MyTrucking has launched Job Sharing with Inter‑MyTrucking to simplify subcontracting for transport operators.
Fuel market challenges and what happens next
The Government's Fuel Response Package suggests transport operators should start implementing fuel-saving measures in the 'precautionary'…