EconomyPain at the pump: Fuel prices crack $3 in AucklandExperts warned it would happen. Now $3 a litre fuel prices have arrived.05 Feb 02:59 AM
New Zealand'Great relief': Buller mayor says they've escaped the worst, Kiri Allan praises responseParts of the Westland district recorded more than a metre of rain in three days.05 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandLong weekend traffic: When the roads are expected to be the busiestNZTA predicts the busiest traffic times as long weekend approaches.04 Feb 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Yelling and screaming': Hammer used to smash windscreen in Pt Chevalier road rage incidentThe actions of a woman armed with a hammer astonished witnesses at a busy intersection.04 Feb 02:42 AM
New ZealandVehicle drives wrong direction into Waterview tunnelVehicle drives wrong direction into Waterview tunnel. Video / SuppliedWatch31 Jan 08:35 PM
New ZealandMan dies in Waikato motorcycle crashThe road remains closed and an investigation is under way, police say.30 Jan 02:42 AM
New ZealandLive: 'Heavy traffic' after crashes hamper Auckland Anniversary weekend motoristsCrashes on SH1 and SH20 this afternoon have created heavy traffic and delays.28 Jan 12:42 AM
New ZealandAuckland motorway crash: One seriously hurt, traffic backing upTwo northbound lanes closed, emergency services at the scene.22 Jan 01:38 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police report reckless driving at gang-related tangiThe funeral procession is between Beach Haven and Schnapper Rock Cemetery.21 Jan 11:21 PM
New ZealandWatch: Shocking motorway crash, police slam lack of 'respect'Dashcam footage captures the moment a driver slammed into barriers.20 Jan 05:50 PM
New ZealandCyclone Cody expected to pass east of New Zealand later todayHeavy rain and big seas forecast, with worst expected for east of North Island.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandManukau Covid protest expected to cause traffic delays - policeThe protest at Manukau is related to Covid-19 vaccination.14 Jan 10:26 PM
New Zealand'Worst I've ever seen': One dead, four injured after serious crash between Puhoi and WarkworthLong delays after the fatal crash.14 Jan 01:01 AM
New ZealandRoading leaders unhappy about plan for blanket speed limit cut100km/h speed limit could disappear on Northland's state highways13 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPolice impound 759 vehicles in a year in Hawke's BayLast year, Hawke's Bay Police impounded 759 vehicles and approved 262 for disposal.11 Jan 03:36 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionLetters: Drivers of road safetyOPINION: Letters on Covid escapes, Novak Djokovic, returnees, space and roads.09 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely tragic': The faces of our horror holiday road tollA tragic toll: The 17 people killed on NZ roads over the holiday period remembered.07 Jan 04:02 PM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsSteven Joyce: Holiday road toll too high, safer roads urgently neededOPINION: The Government needs get on with building safer regional roading system.07 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice hunting vehicle after Avondale hit-and-runThe crash occurred between a pedestrian and a car on Racecourse Parade around 2.10pm.07 Jan 02:12 AM
New ZealandFocus: How best to avoid the holiday trafficThousands of Kiwis will be hitting the roads but Waka Kotahi NZTA has a few tools and tips to help you avoid the jams and keep stress levels at bay. Video / Dean Purcell / Mark MitchellWatch06 Jan 07:44 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: To make city streets safer, we need to make it harder to driveWhat makes driving safer? Making city streets safer helps a lot. A Herald summer series.06 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandEvergreen: The death toll on New Zealand roadsA look at the stark death toll on New Zealand roads over the years. Video / NZ HeraldWatch06 Jan 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSeeing red: More drivers caught racing through intersections not coughing up finesHow many of us aren't paying our fines?05 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSimon Wilson: The cheaper, lifesaving alternative to building more motorwaysWhat makes driving safer? Some changes to open roads help a lot. A Herald summer series.05 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Horrendous' holiday road toll the highest in five years, 'basic' mistakes often to blameSeatbelts, speeding, cellphones and alcohol are still the biggest common factors.04 Jan 09:28 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFight for SH5: Challenge of Napier-Taupō speed limit change set to hit the roadThe pace is gathering speed as a community reacts to plans to lower SH5's speed limit.04 Jan 03:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You aren't the only one using the road' - Five crashes within a few hours as roads get busyPolice urge drivers to be patient, keep calm, and expect delays on Northland roads.03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBumper-to-bumper: Motorists told to allow extra time in heavy holiday trafficAA says 100 lives could be saved each year if road improvements were made.03 Jan 12:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Don't be a munter': Man who lost parents in road smash speaks outTony Hadlow remembers the day his life changed forever, and hopes it'll change yours.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFatal car crash mystery: Who killed Cheryl Te Maro?Victim's sister apologises to driver charged - 'I don't believe she did it'.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Dangerous' bikers swarm central Auckland, damage police patrol carThe stunts were considered so dangerous the police chose not to intervene.31 Dec 02:16 AM
New ZealandFour Fulton Hogan road workers narrowly escape erratic driverPolice have been notified about the incident at roadworks in Towai.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tragic start to holiday road period': Five dead since FridayFive people have died on the roads since Friday.25 Dec 11:34 PM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge fully openMotorists were being warned to try a different route or expect delays.25 Dec 05:19 AM
