Resources

A rapid method has been developed to evaluate the night lighting conditions at a road site in terms of the performance values of the Road Lighting Code.

Statistics, works completed, trends in condition, use and costs for roads - compiled annually by NZ Transport Agency using data received from each territorial authority in New Zealand.

This research explores the potential for the ‘network-planning’ approach to the design of public transport to improve patronage of public transport services in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

This study provides guidance on vehicle emission factors (VEFs) for loads of copper and zinc discharged in road runoff, and the performance of stormwater treatment devices for removing these metals and total suspended sediments (TSS).

A new method of biodiversity assessment is developed to characterise the biodiversity values of roads across New Zealand.

A study was made of proposed means by which water can enter chipseals surfaces and induce flushing.

A comparison of the road accident rates between five cities in New Zealand was undertaken between 1989 and 1991.

Cycling is a sustainable mode of travel and an alternative to motor vehicle trips, particularly for shorter trips.

Operational requirements, vehicle dimensions and mass limits, other regulations and road user charges all influence on the type of vehicle used for passenger and freight transport in New Zealand.

The management of speed is considered an important safety issue at roundabouts.