Transport
Airlines seek action over third batch of bad fuel
A bad batch of jet fuel in Wellington means planes flying in and out of the airport are limited to 80 percent of what they usually use. The Board of Airline Representatives says airlines were advised… Audio
Wellington commuter trains return to normal service timetables
KiwiRail has lifted speed restrictions on Wellington's train lines, allowing commuter service timetables to return to normal.
The Panel with Conor English and Verity Johnson (Part 2)
Today on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Conor English and Verity Johnson speak to those working to make contactless charging of EVs a reality. Plus, they speak to Greenpeace who is accusing… Audio
Roads still top election concern - survey
Coming into the election, the state of roads is still the number one transport concern, according to an Automobile Association survey. Spokesperson Dylan Thomsen says more than 80 percent of its… Audio
EV rebate changes tipped to hike price of new entry-level vehicles
An importer is predicting that some new cars could jump from $20,000 to $35,000 in the next three years as subsidies on some hybrid vehicles and most small petrol cars are removed. Audio
Clean Car scheme change 'unsustainable' - Toyota boss
Toyota NZ is warning tens of thousands of people who have pre-ordered cars are in for a rude surprise. Changes to the Clean Car Discount scheme will have a dramatic impact, says chief executive Neeraj… Audio
Changes to Clean Car Discount will hike prices - car industry
How do you feel about the cheapest new car being $15,000 more expensive in three years time?. That is where the industry is warning prices could go as five out of the eight most popular hybrids lose… Audio
KiwiRail orders investigation into failures leading to Wellington disruption
KiwiRail has ordered its own investigation into a series of failures that has resulted in major disruption for Wellington commuters this week.
Clean car customers waiting on orders may lose rebate
Thousands of customers may be out of luck getting their rebate for a car they've already ordered.
Today's announced changes come in July 1, but some pre-ordered vehicles will arrive after the… Video, Audio
Car dealer responds to govt tweaks to clean car rebate scheme
Thousands of customers on the wait list for cleaner cars could be in for bigger bills after the government cut some vehicle rebates and raised taxes on other models.
Joining us now from Simon Lucas… Video, Audio
The Panel with Penny Ashton and Allan Blackman (Part 1)
Today on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Penny Ashton and Allan Blackman discuss changes to the rebate scheme for EVs. Also, they talk about a report that highlight the discrimination sole… Audio
Highway between Hamilton and Raglan ready to reopen
A damaged section of State Highway 23 was officially opened today, but traffic will not be able to use it for a few weeks.
Tradies say Clean Car Scheme yet another blow for sector
A specialist tradies group is describing changes to the Government's clean car scheme as another blow for the struggling sector.
The Transport Minister, Michael Wood, this morning announced a… Audio
Bus shortage adds to Wellington's train troubles
Wellington commuters can expect at least another day of difficulty. Audio
EV rebates changed, fees on high-emitting vehicles raised under Clean Car Discount rethink
The government is adjusting the Clean Car Discount scheme, after finding its success was potentially set to put a strain on its self-funded model. Audio
Clean Car Discount change a "kick in the guts" - National
National is describing the Government's changes to the Clean Car Discount scheme as a kick in the guts to farmers and tradies. Transport Minister Michael Wood announced a toughening of the scheme's… Audio
"Extremely busy and overcrowded" - Wellington train disruption
It's another morning of slow going on the rail network in Wellington, with the region's train network operating at reduced speeds. KiwiRail says the faulty equipment that is meant to be used four… Audio
Metlink adds trains to deal with slow Wellington network
It's another slow morning on the rail network in Wellington, with trains grinding along at greatly reduced speeds. After being summoned to the Transport Minister' office yesterday for an urgent please… Audio
New gas guzzlers face higher penalties under Clean Car Discount
More painful news for buyers of new gas guzzling cars and utes, the government is increasing the penalties charged. It's making tweaks to the Clean Car Discount with a new maximum charge of… Audio
Toll confirmed for new Whangaparaoa Penlink road
A long promised Auckland highway will cost motorists who want to drive over it. The O Mahurangi Penlink connection is set to open in 2026, and will connect the Whangaparoa Peninsula to State Highway… Video, Audio
