Important compliance update

All used MA vehicles (passenger cars) with engine capacity greater than 2 litres that are border-checked on or after 1 March will be required to have ESC as OEM equipment. Following intensive research, VIA has now produced lists of makes and models that either: a)    definitely do not comply (Red list) b)    definitely comply (Green list), or c)    require further research (Amber list).  Vehicles on the Amber list may be fitted with a range of stability control technologies, but only some of these manufactured prior to 2006 will meet NZTA’s ESC requirements (available on the NZTA website). If a vehicle is identified as requiring further investigation, the importer should ensure that it is physically inspected prior to purchase.    View the full ESC compliance list here.