The appellant appealed the 45-day impoundment of his motor vehicle under the Highway Traffic Act, arguing that the loss of the vehicle caused exceptional hardship.
The appellant and his wife claimed that the impounded four-wheel-drive vehicle was necessary to access their home via a steep hill, and its absence caused physical strain and inconvenience.
The Tribunal found that while the family experienced inconvenience, they had access to other vehicles and their situation did not meet the statutory threshold for exceptional hardship.
The appeal was dismissed and the impoundment confirmed.
