NZTD News
NZ team impresses at Isuzu Trucks I1GP World Technical competition
Posted on 21-Nov-2024
The team representing New Zealand at the annual Isuzu Trucks I1GP World Technical competition returned recently from Japan and, whilst they missed out on a podium finish, nevertheless impressed with their skills and knowledge.
A total of 35 teams with 70 competitors were pitted against each other in the ‘technical Olympics’ of the Isuzu Truck world.
Usual event powerhouses, USA and Japan, also missed out on the medals - providing an indication of the strength and all round calibre of the competition.
The Ki...
.. Read MoreSurvey finds 70% of fleets impacted by distracted driving incidents
Posted on 21-Nov-2024
According to a recent survey conducted by Teletrac Navman, a Vontier company and a connected mobility platform for industries managing vehicle and equipment assets, 70 percent of businesses have experienced the effects of distracted driving incidents. Notably, 68 percent of survey respondents identified mobile phone use as the primary cause of these distractions.
Distracted driving remains a pressing issue for businesses operating in today’s fast-paced environment. As the reliance on mobile devices grows, so does...
.. Read MorePenske New Zealand Appoints Kevin Smith as New General Manager
Posted on 21-Nov-2024
Penske Australia & New Zealand has announced the appointment of Kevin Smith as the new general manager for its New Zealand operations, effective immediately. Smith brings with him a wealth of experience in the transport industry, poised to lead Penske's diverse operations across sectors such as energy solutions, mining, commercial vehicles, defence, marine, and rail.
Kevin Smith expressed enthusiasm for his new role, stating, “It’s exciting to join an organisation that is passionate about its customers and its se...
.. Read MoreTransport groups welcome raised crossing re-design for Thorndon Quay
Posted on 09-Aug-2024
Road freight peak body Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand has welcomed Wellington City Council’s decision to reduce the number of raised crossings along a 1.7km section of Thorndon Quay from five down to two, with one crossing being removed entirely. All crossings will be light-controlled, to ensure pedestrian safety.
Wellington City Council’s Regulatory Processes Committee made the decision at today’s meeting, having heard presentations from Transporting New Zealand, Heavy Haulage Association, the Automobile Ass...
.. Read MoreWellington’s had a mild winter but is a perfect storm brewing?
Posted on 09-Aug-2024
This week I attended a session hosted by BusinessNZ with the Honourable Brooke van Velden, Minister of Internal Affairs and for Workplace Relations and Safety.
Her current focus is in two areas. Firstly there is fixing issues with the Holidays Act, and in particular the issues which made the task of establishing the correct holiday pay for numerous employees a challenge larger than many Olympic Games competitors faced.
I’m not sure how many members have been faced with the issue of paying their employee...
.. Read MoreEROAD Fleet Day a well-timed opportunity for industry to come together
Posted on 09-Aug-2024
On Wednesday the NRC team attended EROAD Fleet Day at Mystery Creek in Hamilton - thank you Symons Group for the great Model A backdrop! This year the themes was 'Efficiency, Safety, and Sustainability with Technology as an enabler'. With over 15 speakers, two panel discussions, and 70-plus exhibitors demonstrating light/heavy fleet models and the latest solutions the event delivered something for everyone.
A couple of highlights for me were former Prime Minister John Key chatting to the room for an hour, and Professio...
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