A laboratory derived, asphalt performance criteria has been accepted for use in the pavement design of a New Zealand State Highway road for the first time. An alternative asphalt fatigue performance criterion was researched, tested and applied to the Memorial Park Alliance. This paper illustrates an example of how research can drive efficiency. Authors: Anthony Stubbs, Road Science, NZ. Dr. Greg Arnold, Road Science, NZ. John Vercoe, Road Science, NZ. Dave Gedney, URS & Memorial Park Alliance, NZ. Dr. John Donbavand, NZ Transport Agency, NZ Date: November 2014
