Driving in New Zealand is a pretty stress-free affair as we have far less traffic on our roads than other developed countries, plus we also have spectacular scenery to make your journey much more enjoyable. On the flip side though, our rugged landscape and rapidly changing weather can catch out the most experienced drivers, and this is compounded when combined with driving larger and unfamiliar vehicles such as rental trucks. At USAVE we want our van and truck rental customers to have a great rental experience and as safety is a big priority for us we thought we’d share some truck driving safety tips. Our rental trucks, vans and minibuses (read more)

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Taking matters into your own hands can be a great way to save costs when moving house. Whether it’s across-country or a short distance, if you can find fit, strong helpers who are willing to lend a hand, there’s no reason not to orchestrate your moving day yourself. However, one critical area that may trip people up is when driving large, heavy truck rentals. Of course, on a normal driver’s license you won’t be driving any eighteen-wheelers, but even trucks and vans that you can hire on a class 1 license still require a different set of skills to a operating car. Tips for driving NZ truck rentals: Familiarise yourself (read more)

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Whether you’re a foreign visitor or a seasoned New Zealand driver, a recent update of the give way rules means it’s the perfect time to check your knowledge and be safe on the roads, particularly when driving a New Zealand hire van or truck. Larger, heavier vehicles have more propensity to cause damage, so it’s essential to be responsible. New Rule 1 – Give Way When Turning  Right This rule flies in the face of what most Kiwis have learned for years, however it may feel more familiar for people from overseas where this rule is more common. At intersections all traffic turning right must give way to vehicles coming (read more)

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