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What do these AA windscreen stickers mean?

18 March 2022

Between a domestic vehicle leaving Japan and being bought by a New Zealand driver, the AA can have up to four points of contact on that vehicle. Read all about them here...

Identifying common leaks

18 March 2022

There is nothing worse than that sinking feeling you get when you come out to your car and see a puddle of fluid under it.

The importance of maintaining accurate tyre pressure

16 March 2022

Tyre pressure is a crucial factor when it comes to your car’s safety, and it only takes a small amount of time to check.

What is an AA Appraised Used Car?

10 March 2022

Here we detail exactly what an AA Appraised Used Car is...

Vehicle checks, what exactly am I getting?

18 February 2022

All too often vehicles can experience a breakdown, or their owners have had an issue pointed out to them and they are left thinking ‘wait a minute, I just had the vehicle checked’ without fully understanding what they asked for and what they received in return.

What is a catalytic converter?

15 February 2022

After reports of cars being targeted in the Auckland area for their catalytic converters, we've put together a guide all about them...

How to know when your tyres have given up

10 February 2022

AA Motoring has put together a guide to help you know when your tyres need to be replaced...

Choosing a Rideshare Vehicle

19 January 2022

If you have decided to get into the rideshare game it’s important to choose your vehicle carefully.

What is ABS and ESC and how do they protect me?

17 January 2022

With the application of valves, solenoids, and speed sensors to a hydraulic braking system, it was then given a brain that could control the amount of braking force and which brakes are activated. This function created what is now known as the Anti-lock Braking System or ABS and the more recent evolution, Electronic Stability Control or ESC.

Buying a Ute to suit

17 January 2022

With so many different varieties of utes on New Zealand roads, AA motoring helps you decide what to look for on your next visit to the dealership or online marketplace.

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Motoring blog

Our blog features motoring news, tips and expert advice brought to you by the AA Motoring team.