Why does my speedo read higher than road side speed monitors?

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Why does my speedo read higher than road side speed monitors?

We sometimes receive queries from AA Members questioning why their vehicle’s speedometer reads higher than their GPS or digital speed monitors on the side of roads.

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How about that spring clean? Exterior

Now that we’re seeing a bit more of the sun, it is a good time to pay some attention to your car to help keep it looking on-point before we . . .

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Caring for your off-road vehicle

Vehicle safety and maintenance should always be a top priority for all motorists, but off-road vehicles can arguably require even more care due to the amount of torture they are . . .

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A beginner's guide to off-roading

We live in a country that’s perfect for off-roading thanks to an extensive network of country roads and tracks, but what exactly do you need if you’re looking at taking . . .

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ADAS explained: Technology to improve vehicle safety

Cars are becoming increasingly complex, and they’re loaded with new technologies such as lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring and collision avoidance.

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Stand out on the road for less than $20,000

Our roads are full of vehicles like the Suzuki Swift, Mazda Axela, and Ford Ranger, but what options do you have if you really want to stand out from the . . .

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Three worthy replacements for your van

Vans remain an essential asset for many businesses and tradespeople, making up four percent of all vehicles sold in New Zealand in 2018.

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Keep an eye out for car buying scams

Buying and selling cars online is an incredibly useful, modern convenience, but it’s also become a feeding ground for scammers across the country.

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Clean Car Standard could cost motorists millions

The AA has estimated that the average price of vehicles will increase by $3,000 if the current targets in a Bill aimed are reducing vehicle emissions are retained.

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Ever considered a hybrid or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV)?

Owning a fuel efficient vehicle is becoming increasingly important to NZ drivers as the cost of fuel rises at the pump.

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