Trucks and tow trucks

The different types of truck, including a description of goods and towing (vehicle recovery) services.

Things to consider in establishing and managing a truck business – from getting a licence to choosing your vehicles and developing a safe driving policy.

Things to consider in establishing and managing a vehicle recovery (tow truck) business – from getting a licence to choosing your vehicles and developing a safe driving policy.

The legal and other responsibilities of truck and tow truck drivers, including license and endorsements, safe and courteous driving, work time and logbooks, vehicle safety and managing fatigue.

The responsibilities of trucking or towing services, the responsibilities of users of these services, and the steps you can take if you want to make a complaint.

Find out about a trial to find a solution to unnecessary engine braking noise which is causing frustration and sleepless nights for communities.

Previously known as the Weigh Right Programme, the CVSP will have 12 commercial vehicle safety centres (CVSCs) throughout New Zealand. Find out how it works, the CVSC locations and the data we'll collect.

Find out what state highway roading projects are coming up and how the freight and heavy haulage industry can collaborate with these projects to keep informed and ensure their specific needs are considered.

The issue of overdimension vehicle towing is closer to being resolved, thanks to a day of tests in Auckland in September 2020.