Paris – Wellington: The International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) is pleased to announce that New Zealand’s Motor Industry Association (MIA) is now a full member, further expanding OICA’s global reach and diversity.

This decision reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to promote a competitive, innovative, and sustainable automotive industry, both regionally and worldwide. 

By joining OICA, MIA will participate in the organization’s technical, economic, and policy-driven work, ensuring that New Zealand’s perspectives, and those of the wider Asia-Pacific region, are fully represented.

Aimee Wiley, Chief Executive Officer of MIA, said:  “We are delighted that MIA is joining OICA as a full member, ensuring New Zealand is contributing to and represented in global automotive discussions on safety, decarbonisation, and emerging technologies. This partnership strengthens our ability to advocate for a modern, sustainable and consumer-focused vehicle fleet, while bringing an Asia–Pacific perspective to the international table.”

OICA Secretary General François Roudier, added: “We welcomes MIA to our international community, and we look forward to advancing shared our priorities to support the future of mobility.”

About MIA

MIA is New Zealand’s leading automotive association, representing the interests of new vehicle importers and distributors operating in the country. MIA plays a central role in promoting market transparency, safety, environmental responsibility, and the modernization of national mobility policies. The association coordinates closely with public authorities, regulators, and industry actors to ensure that New Zealand remains a dynamic, open, and consumer-focused automotive market. With a strong focus on data quality, decarbonization, and vehicle safety standards, MIA is a key voice for the industry in Asia-Pacific.

About OICA
Founded in 1919, the Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA) brings together 37 national trade associations from Europe, the Americas, Asia and Africa. OICA represents global manufacturers in institutional and regulatory discussions, notably within the United Nations (UNECE/WP.29), and promotes harmonization of technical regulations, road safety, and sustainable mobility worldwide. OICA also coordinates the international calendar of major motor and mobility shows and supports the global exchange of statistical, economic information.

For more information:

Francois Roudier, Secretary General, OICA, 4 rue de Berri 75008 Paris, France

+33 6 8285 9858 – froudier@oica.net

www.oica.net  

Hannah Nansett, Operations Manager, Motor Industry Association

Phone: +64 27 636 2067

e-mail: hannah@mia.org.nz

Address: MIA Office, Level 11, 15 Murphy Street, Wellington, New Zealand