Car catches fire on Auckland motorway, causes commuter chaos

NZTA advise motorists to avoid the area if possible or be prepared for delays. Photo / NZTA

A car fire on the Northwestern Motorway is causing delays for Auckland commuters.

The fire is reportedly out, but NZ Transport Agency said it is causing delays in both directions near the Rosebank on and off ramps due to rubbernecking.

They advise motorists to avoid the area if possible or be prepared for delays.

Police were called shortly before 5pm.

There is no reports of any injuries.

A car has caught fire on Auckland's Northwestern motorway. Photo / supplied

SH16 NORTHWESTERN MWY - INCIDENT - 5.10PM
A car fire (clear of lanes) is causing delays in both directions near the Rosebank on/off ramps due to rubbernecking. Avoid the area if possible or be prepared for delays. MF pic.twitter.com/DqgFNQZSkR

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) April 3, 2019