Motorists cross medians on Auckland motorway to avoid traffic

Sunday 16 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sun 16 Mar 2025, 3:28pm

Drivers were filmed crossing several medians on State Highway 20 near Māngere on Saturday night to avoid traffic caused by a car fire. Police have described the footage as showing extremely dangerous behaviour that could lead to further crashes.

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1. NZ HeraldSun 16 Mar 2025, 2:50pm

   Car fire sees motorists weave across Southwestern Motorway medians in attempts to avoid traffic (opens in new tab)

2. StuffSun 16 Mar 2025, 3:28pm

   Watch: Auckland drivers cross medians on motorway (opens in new tab)