Fresh scam warning over regos

The NZTA is advising people to delete widely distributed “phishing scam” emails that direct recipients to a counterfeit website to renew their vehicle licence.

“These emails are not from the NZ Transport Agency,” says spokesman Andy Knackstedt. “They are part of a phishing scam which leads people to a counterfeit website. If you receive one of these messages you should delete it immediately.”

Since the NZTA first issued warnings about a similar phishing scam in late 2019, several new versions of the original scam email have appeared.

An email genuinely sent from the NZTA will include the owner’s specific vehicle details, such as plate number, vehicle make and the licence expiry date on the rego label.

The agency advises that if anyone receives an email that does not include those details, or if they think there is anything suspicious or incorrect, they should not complete the online renewal transaction the email links to. 

For those who think they have received a scam email, or if anyone is unsure about anything, they can email the agency at info@nzta.govt.nz.