The government will increase the fuel excise tax by 12 cents a litre over the next three years.
Chris Hipkins expects it to cost the average driver an extra $1 a week.
It's supposed to help fund a $20.8 billion transport plan to fill potholes, build new roads and public transport.
David Parker spoke to Heather du Plessis Allan on the topic.
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