What we regulate

Waka Kotahi regulates every aspect of our land transport system, from roads and rail to the people using them.

If you work in any part of the system, you’ll work with us, helping to keep people safe from harm in land transport.

Fast facts

  • 3.5 million licensed drivers
  • 160,000 new and used vehicles imported every year
  • 5.2 million vehicles registered 1.03 million vehicles registered for commercial use
  • 8000  appointed vehicle inspectors and 3100 inspecting organisations providing WoFs and CoFs
  • 6.8 million vehicles inspected each year