Photo: SuppliedA UK survey rating New Zealand among the worst countries in the world to drive in has been ridiculed by Kiwi road safety organisations, who have scorned the methodology. The study released by vehicle rental company AllCarLeasing claimed New Zealand was “officially the third worst country in the world to drive in” and should be avoided when borders reopen. The Automobile Association and the Rental Vehicle Association was bemused when confronted with statistics that rated Mexico as the best place for domestic and international motorists. Figures cited by AllCarLeasing claimed fuel cost $US1.46 per litre, road quality was 4.5/7 and there were a “whopping” 860 cars per 1000 people. The fuel price and number of vehicles per 1000 people appears to have counted against New Zealand’s rating.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 01, 2021 22:07 UTC