Employers want the driver licensing system streamlined so more young people get qualified to be behind the wheel.

LISTEN ABOVE: Auckland Chamber of Commerce CEO Michael Barnett spoke with Rachel Smalley

This follows Ministry of Transport data showing the number of licenses have dropped back to levels of a decade ago.

And there are now more over 75s on the road than people under 20.

Auckland Chamber of Commerce CEO Michael Barnett said the process to get a licence is simply 'too time consuming'.

"When I have a look at the accessibility of licence, it's a frustration to many young people, so many young people start driving without a licence."

Mr Barnett said it's crucial young people get their hands on a licence.

"If you look at the young people that have a licence, they have seven times more job opportunities than people that do not have a licence."