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The 2025 State of the Fleet Survey takes the pulse of the industry across some key topics of interest; EV and Hydrogen, fuel prices, driver availability and more. 

The survey was run for the first time last year and resulted in some interesting insights including 85% of respondents being negatively impacted by fluctuating fuel prices and 70% opting to use contract drivers in some capacity. 

"Perhaps the most interesting insight was that 76% of respondents saw proof of delivery as being a priority yet re...

After 26 years of dedicated service, the Interislander ferry Aratere made its final crossing of the Cook Strait on Monday, marking the end of a significant chapter in New Zealand's maritime history. The vessel, which has completed 53,000 crossings and transported over five million passengers, was given a heartfelt send-off as it journeyed from Picton to Wellington for the last time.

As the Aratere arrived in Wellington harbor just after 2 p.m., it was greeted by tugboats spraying water into the air as a sign of respect...

Road freight association Transporting New Zealand says the pressure is on for the Government to meet its Cook Strait ferry replacement milestones, as the Interislander fleet drops to two vessels without a contract for new ferries being signed.

The rail-enabled Aratere completed its final sailing this week, after 26 years of service. The Cook Strait crossing will be serviced by rail-compatible vessels until 2029 (ferries without train tracks for rail wagons to be shunted on).

The rail frei...

Heavy vehicle drivers can pull their rigs in, enjoy some complimentary refreshments, get a health check, and have a chat to NZI’s Fleet Fit experts about driver fatigue and ways to keep themselves safe and well.

Fatigue is a major cause of road crashes, and NZI wants to support drivers to stay safe on the roads. So let your team know to come along to refresh and recover for the next leg of their journey.

Proudly supported by the NZ Police Commercial Vehicle Safety Team and Hato Hone St John.

Held in conjunc...

Contractors will complete fibre cable duct repairs on the southbound off-ramp and repair the road surface on the northbound on-ramp This is critical state highway maintenance and essential for keeping these well-used state highway ramps safe and reliable for drivers.

The work will require two separate night closures. These will allow the work to be completed much faster and are deliberately scheduled at night to minimise inconvenience and delays for drivers. 

The closures are scheduled, weather permitting, f...

Replacing assets with more fuel-efficient vehicles or switching to alternate fuels is not practical for the short-term, but you can make operational improvements that don’t require major capital investment. With the right processes and practices in place, implementing smart dashcam technology can lead to meaningful change, real fuel savings, lower maintenance costs, and a measurable reduction in carbon emissions — all while supporting your long-term sustainability plans.  

By combining vehicle data with video insi...