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Truck driver permanently stood down after dangerous West Coast overtaking video

StuffNZ HeraldWednesday 17 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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A StraitNZ driver has been permanently stood down following a video showing a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre on State Highway 7. The incident occurred on the West Coast in late August and was captured by a witness.

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First reported by Stuff, Wed 17 Sep 2025, 3:16pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 4 hours
  1. StuffStuff

    Truckie stood down after ‘completely unacceptable’ overtake on state highway (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    StraitNZ truck driver stood down after dangerous West Coast overtaking video (opens in new tab)