Call on me (but not when I'm driving) - The impact on employers of the new cellphone ban
The Government has confirmed that from 1 November it will be unlawful to use a handheld cellphone while driving. This includes talking, texting or emailing on any portable electronic device and will apply to all vehicles, commercial and private.
There are 23 other amendments to the Road User Rule. For Q&A’s on the Land Transport (Road User) Amendment Rule [2009] and the Hands free Employment news release from Russell McVeah – click here.
Road User Guide
Information provided by Land Transport NZ on Road User Charges applicable to vehicles over 3.5 tonnes manufacturer’s gross laden weight and all vehicles of 3.5 tonnes or less powered by a fuel not taxed at source.