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Safer drivers

Safer drivers in safer cars on safer roads.

 

Alcohol

Alcohol is involved in a significant number of vehicle crashes that result in death and injury and the AA has a strong stance on numerous issues involving alcohol and driving.

Courtesy & respect

Showing courtesy and respect for fellow road users by doing things like indicating and overtaking correctly makes driving more enjoyable and our roads safer.

Cyclists

Motorists and cyclists both have the right to safe and enjoyable travel on our roads and need to be more aware of each other and act with mutual care and respect.

Distracted driving

Whether it's from using an electronic device, eating, reaching for something in the car or simply letting your mind wander, the AA believes distracted driving is New Zealand's biggest single road safety issue.

Drowsy driving

Falling asleep at the wheel is a much larger cause of crashes than many people realise and a drowsy driver can be as dangerous as a drunk driver.

Drugs & driving

Driving under the influence of drugs is a major road safety risk and the AA is calling for the introduction of saliva-based roadside tests for several drugs.

Mobile phones & driving

Talking, texting or using a mobile phone to access the internet while driving considerably increases a person's risk of crashing and the behaviour needs to stop.

Motorcyclists & motorists

Motorists and motorcyclists need to develop a climate of mutual courtesy and care, especially as motorcyclists are much more vulnerable to being hurt on the road.

Older drivers

Remaining independent and mobile as we age has numerous benefits but older drivers have some specific safety issues and more should be done to protect this growing part of our population.

Pedestrians & motorists

Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable in a crash involving a car so it's crucial that pedestrians and motorists act safely around each other on the roads.