Motorway Patrol

The documentary follows New Zealand highway patrol officers as they conduct traffic stops, pulling over motorists suspected of a range of offences such as speeding, drink‑driving and other violations. It provides an inside look at their day‑to‑day enforcement duties on the country’s roads.

The programme is a documentary series that tracks the work of New Zealand’s highway patrol officers. It’s presented as a single episode‑type format, giving viewers a straightforward look at how these officers carry out their duties on the country’s roads. In each segment, the camera follows patrol members as they pull over drivers who are suspected of breaking the law. The stops cover a wide range of alleged offences, from minor infractions to more serious breaches, and the footage captures the interaction between the officers and the motorists at the roadside. The show sticks to real‑time encounters, offering a clear picture of what a typical highway patrol stop looks like in New Zealand. By focusing on the routine of these law‑enforcement teams, the documentary provides an unembellished view of road policing without adding any fictional elements or external commentary.