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What are the pros and cons of congestion charging? How can you keep your cool and avoid road rage? In our Autumn issue we explore these topics, plus we chat with legendary Formula 1 driving coach, Rob Wilson and new Transport Minister, Simeon Brown.

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Paying the price: congestion charging

Will we soon be paying to drive on certain roads in our major cities? We talk to fans and sceptics of congestion charging.  Read the story . . . 

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Wheel Love: Bri Woolnough and her 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser, Sunny.

Bri Woolnough is a Wānaka-based photographer who takes frequent adventures in her converted Toyota Landcruiser. Read the story . . . 

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Q&A: Rob Wilson, legendary F1 motorsport coach

We chat to Kiwi Rob Wilson, a renowned F1 motorsport coach in the UK. Read the story . . . 

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City commuting: trialling the the Force EZ Belt e-bike

Emily Draper test drives the Force EZ e-bike on an Auckland commute. Read the story . . . 

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Interview: Simeon Brown, Minister of Transport

We talk to Simeon Brown, the new Minister of Transport about the importance of sorting out New Zealand's transport system Read the story . . . 

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How to avoid road rage

Driving while emotional can be distracting and even downright dangerous. We share tips on how to keep your cool behind the wheel. Read the story . . .