Accelerate: Driving New Zealand

Revved up, fully charged, and challenging the status quo! Take a drive through New Zealand’s love affair with vehicles and technology. This one’s for the petrol heads, tech enthusiasts, history buffs, and future thinkers alike.

  • Date Te rā me te wā

    Permanent Exhibition

  • Location Te wāhi

    MOTAT

  • More info He pārongo atu anō

    Visit website
  • Words by Auckland NZ
  • Last updated 10 May 2024

Take a drive through New Zealand’s love affair with vehicles and technology. This one’s for the petrol heads, tech enthusiasts, history buffs, and future thinkers alike.

Accelerate revisits some of MOTAT’s most cherished vehicles, while introducing new vehicles and the stories of the people who love them. Uniquely Kiwi stories from the past, present and future bring a new perspective to the MOTAT collection.

You’ll see how an engine works, how accessible vehicles change lives and explore the search for sustainability. So, start your engines, and come for a drive.

Location Te wāhi
MOTAT
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Town: 6km to central Auckland., Airport: 30km to Auckland International Airport., Bus: Close to public transport., Parking: Best parking is at the MOTAT Aviation Display Hall at 200 Meola Road.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

All-weather venue.