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Record-low road toll, but new AA report finds significant opportunities to make roads safer

02 November 2026

New Zealand made significant road safety progress in 2025, but the first AA Annual Road Safety Review shows there are still clear opportunities to reduce deaths and serious injuries further.

Half of AA Members have safety scare because of poor road conditions

02 October 2026

A 2026 survey of AA Members found more than half have experienced dangerous or risky situations due to poor road conditions in the past year, highlighting why fixing New Zealand’s roads must remain a Government priority.

Rugby legend Renee Holmes joins celebrations after local schools win national road patrol competition

16 September 2026

Aranui Primary School in Whanganui and Whitney Street School in Blenheim have been named the winners of the AA's Lollipop Legends competition, each taking home $10,000 to bring their safety projects to life.

Concerning gaps in driver knowledge sparks call for licence renewal refreshers

04 August 2026

New research showing drivers answered fewer than 70% of road rules questions correctly has prompted the AA to call for optional knowledge refreshers when licences are renewed.

‘You only live once, treasure it’; Car crash survivors urge teens to think twice before dangerous driving this summer

28 July 2026

As young people across New Zealand hit the road for festivals, camping, and summer activities, Students Against Dangerous Driving - Kaitiaki o Ara (SADD) are backing the warnings from young car crash survivors to take control of their safety and lead by example.

The AA hopeful licence changes will lead to safer young drivers

28 July 2026

The AA is welcoming the announcement that young drivers will soon spend at least 12 months on a learner licence, with the opportunity to progress sooner by completing a set number of supervised practice hours or approved professional training.

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Record-low road toll, but new AA report finds significant opportunities to make roads safer

Half of AA Members have safety scare because of poor road conditions

Rugby legend Renee Holmes joins celebrations after local schools win national road patrol competition

Concerning gaps in driver knowledge sparks call for licence renewal refreshers

‘You only live once, treasure it’; Car crash survivors urge teens to think twice before dangerous driving this summer

The AA hopeful licence changes will lead to safer young drivers

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Record-low road toll, but new AA report finds significant opportunities to make roads safer

Half of AA Members have safety scare because of poor road conditions

Rugby legend Renee Holmes joins celebrations after local schools win national road patrol competition

Concerning gaps in driver knowledge sparks call for licence renewal refreshers

‘You only live once, treasure it’; Car crash survivors urge teens to think twice before dangerous driving this summer

The AA hopeful licence changes will lead to safer young drivers

About AA Membership

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Business Membership

Car maintenance

Buying & selling

Ownership & registration

Reviews & articles

AA Driving School

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Home Inspection

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Maps

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