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Special Offers
We are always looking at ways we can improve the quality service we offer to you, our customer. In November 2009 VTNZ joined the Fly Buys Programme so next time you get your car's Warrant of Fitness, you can collect Fly Buys Points as well.
We also like to listen to what you've asked for - and because you asked for email WoF reminders, we're pleased to say that we now offer this service. If you would like an email reminder, click here to fill in the information we require - and we'll send out a reminder when your vehicle is due for its Warrant of Fitness.
And if you give us your mobile number, and then forget to actually come into VTNZ after we send you a reminder, we'll contact you again just to let you know that we haven't seen you. How's that for service?
WoF Reminder by Email!
Click here to TELL US YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS and we'll not only email you a reminder when your Warrant of Fitness is due, we'll also put you in the draw to WIN a digital camera.
Supermarket Vouchers
VTNZ now offers 5 Bonus Fly Buys Points at many of your local supermarkets such as New World and Pak'N Save. So if you're shopping at New World, chances are you're already a Fly Buys Member ... and if you're not yet, join Fly Buys online.
Fly Buys Points with your next WoF
That's right! With your next fully independent Warrant of Fitness inspection at VTNZ, you not only get peace of mind knowing your vehilce has been checked by experts with top-of-the-line equipment, but you'll also be able to collect Fly Buys Points!
Transtalk Newsletters
VTNZ's Transtalk newsletters contain technical information, news and tips together with upcoming legislation changes relevant to commercial and private vehicle owners.
If you have any questions about the content in any of our Transtalk issues then please email us.
Issues of Transtalk are saved in PDF format. If you don’t have the Software you can download it for free here.
Transtalk - issue 31
- Heavy Vehicle Brake Rule Update
- Heavy Vehicle Lighting
- Low Pressure Warning Devices
- CEO's Message
Industry News
This is the area of the VTNZ website where you can find out the latest on VTNZ and what's happening in the vehicle industry on the whole. For more specialist information (primarily for our Certificate of Fitness customers) check out our Transtalk newsletters - we post the latest issue onto the website as soon its available, as well as archiving previous issues.
VTNZ purchases new testing station in Tauranga
Effective Purchase Date: Monday 28th August 2006
VTNZ has purchased the Western Bay Vehicle Testing Station in Judea, Tauranga.
Proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO)
VTNZ announced today a proposed initial public offering of the shares in its parent company Vehicle Testing Group Limited.
VTNZ updates its check sheet
Check out our new Warrant of Fitness and Certificate of Fitness check sheet!
VTNZ opens new testing station in Adelaide Rd
VTNZ has moved from the Tory/Buckle St corner and opened its doors at 156 Adelaide Rd, Mt Cook, Wellington.
Legal changes in the commercial transport industry
In October 2007, there will be a number of changes that affect the commercial transport industry.
VTNZ opens two new testing stations in the mighty Waikato
VTNZ has opened a new testing station in Te Rapa, Hamilton as well as moving its Cambridge station up the road to a big orange building on Lake St.
Changes to the look of NZ driver licence
From July 2007, Land Transport NZ will start issuing new look updated driver licences.
Tourism Holdings Ltd & VTNZ set world class emission standards
VTNZ and THL (the company behind the largest motorhome rental fleet in New Zealand) announced their exciting new exhaust emission testing programme.
Imported Vehicles & Emissions
Cabinet is meeting later this year to agree on the new emissions rule regarding vehicles entering the New Zealand fleet. It appears likely that any vehicles imported into New Zealand that have their border check date prior to 1st January 2008 will NOT be required to meet the requirements of the new Emissions Rule.
Snow tyres - remember to remove them!
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) is warning New Zealand motorists that using snow tyres on vehicles in normal road conditions is dangerous, and that these tyres should ideally be replaced immediately with conventional road tyres.
Lighting Rules for Heavy Vehicles
The rules and regulations around lights on heavy vehicles has been the subject of much confusion. If you're interested in reading our technical bulletin, please see our Industry News section.
VTNZ Goes To Air
On Sunday 28 December 2008 VTNZ launched a new range of television advertisements. Watch the adverts here and have a laugh at some of New Zealand's top comedians.
VTNZ Vehicle Condition Assessments
From Monday 2 March 2009 selected VTNZ stations will be offering Vehicle Condition Assessments for heavy vehicles.
Red Book Personalised Vehicle Valuations now offered by VTNZ
From Monday 26 April 2009 Red Book Personalised Vehicle Valuations will be available online on the VTNZ website and through all VTNZ stations.
VTNZ Customer Accounts Go Paperless
As of 1 June 2009 VTNZ Customer Account have gone paperless. It is just our way of helping NZ stay clean and green.
Collect Fly Buys Points
Today VTNZ joined the Fly Buys programme! Collect Fly Buys Points with your very next Warrant of Fitness!
VTNZ opens a brand new WoF station in Gisborne
VTNZ has opened a new Warrant of Fitness testing station in Childers Road.
VTNZ offers a new Pre-Trip Inspection
All the VTNZ Auckland stations (now up to 19 stations) are offering their customers a WoF+Pre-Trip inspection.
