Geoff Dobson
Geoff Dobson is an 'old-school journo' thriving in a world of new technology. With 40-years of journalism experience already behind him, Geoff joined Auto Media Group three years ago to lead its EVtalk titles. A keen cyclist, he puts his Auckland commute to good use testing ebikes and scooters along the North Western cycleway.
Plea for help with Auckland’s transport
Take the taxes but give due share for development and transport. That’s the message from Auckland mayor Phil Goff to the Government during a meeting with…
Toxin tax for UK diesel drivers
Diesel drivers face daily “toxin taxes” of up to £20 (NZ$35.80) in 35 towns and cities across England. It’s a new government crackdown on vehicles that…
Hino reveal at Brisbane truck show
Hino Motor Sales Australia will showcase its new 500 Series Wide Cab range at a larger stand at the Brisbane Truck Show’s 50th anniversary in May…
ATA chairwoman Noelene Watson steps down
Noelene Watson will retire as the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chairwoman at its annual general meeting on April 5. Watson was first elected as the association’s…
Alternate earthquake highway lower speed limits to become permanent
Public consultation starts next week on a bylaw to convert a range of temporary lower speed limits to permanent limits on the Picton to Christchurch alternate…
Housing provided for more than 300 involved in Kaikoura rebuild
Prefabricated accommodation in Kaikoura will house more than 300 workers on the massive rebuild programme aiming to fully re-open State Highway 1 and the rail corridor…
Wet weather slows Waikato Expressway work
Work on parts of the $100 million Waikato Expressway’s Hamilton section are slightly behind schedule due to the wet earthworks season. The 21.8km Hamilton section is…
Toyota dream toy for adults
A full-size Tonka truck has been revealed by Toyota in Australia. While the HiLux Tonka Concept is not destined for dealer showrooms, adults and children can…
Hilux towed by tiny replicas
How many remote control cars does it take to pull a real car? Toyota decided to find out in their bid to recreate a classic 1980…
Tricky to out run this police car
Don’t try to out run the Dubai police as they have the world’s fastest cop car. It’s a Bugatti Veyron, which can reach 407kmh, Stuff reports…