• Diesel Driver profiles
    The diesel engine has been claimed as one of the most economical engines. Unfortunately, with stringent emissions laws, rising fuel prices and a change in the demographics of diesel owners, service...
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  • Servicing EV and hybrid vehicles
    As we noted in this month’s editorial EV, PHEV and hybrid vehicle numbers are growing strongly –  especially with the current fuel crisis, whilst this will take a while to filter through to...
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  • Penrite, OEM approved performance for European applications
    European vehicles continue to shape the premium end of the New Zealand automotive market. From German luxury marques and high-performance SUVs, through to advanced hybrid and turbocharged passenger...
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  • R&J Batteries celebrates opening of 30th branch with Filter HQ in Whangārei
    The Filter HQ legacy will live on as they become a division of R&J Batteries in Whangarei. The team are staying on to provide the same high-quality service to all their local customers and will...
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  • Australian Aftermarket Expo 2026
    The Expo was held for three days 14-16 May at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, it was co-located with the Collision Repair Expo. There was a mix of local and International suppliers with a series of...
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News
A story of passion, fortitude and life at full throttle
Thursday, 28 May 2026

Grant Baker’s life is fuelled by ambition, a passion for cars, and an ability to never give up in pursuit of success. 

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OEM
Cayenne testing under extreme conditions – real and virtual
Thursday, 28 May 2026

Developed virtually, proven in real life: Porsche is showing how digital transformation and engineering expertise work together with the new Cayenne Electric.

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Motorsport
SVG nails another road circuit win, targets improvement on ovals
Thursday, 28 May 2026

Shane van Gisbergen turned 37 a day ahead of dominating the Nascar Cup Series yet again on a road course.

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OEM
BMW art cars – 20 artists, 50 years of innovation
Thursday, 28 May 2026

For the first time ever, the entire BMW Art Car Collection will be reunited at home in Munich. Titled “BMW Art Cars – 20 Artists, 50 Years of Innovation.

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OEM
GR Heritage Parts Project: A80 Supra interior part set
Thursday, 28 May 2026

The GR Heritage Parts Project is an initiative to reproduce discontinued service parts and reissue them as new, genuine parts to help customers keep their beloved older, memory-filled Toyota classi

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Other
Andre’s quick pit stop in Christchurch
Thursday, 28 May 2026

On Thursday, 16th April, R&J Batteries’ Christchurch branch came to life as they welcomed customers, families, and motorsport fans for a memorable Meet and Greet event with André Heimgartner.

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Other
Most SME operators are already taking action as Middle East tensions push fuel costs higher
Thursday, 28 May 2026

New Zealand’s small and medium-sized businesses are watching global fuel markets with growing unease, with new research from MYOB showing the vast majority of SME operators are concerned about the

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News
Auckland a winner at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars dealer awards
Thursday, 28 May 2026

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced the winners of its annual Asia-Pacific (APAC) Regional Dealer Awards for 2025, recognising outstanding dealer performance.

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Diesel Industry News
Data blind spots leave equipment idle 50 percent of the time
Thursday, 28 May 2026

New research from Teletrac Navman found that 74 percent of operators cite data accessibility as the largest barrier to improving equipment utilisation, resulting in assets frequently being unused 5

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OEM
Ferrari Elettrica
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Ferrari has reveaedl the production-ready chassis and components of its new electric car, the first full-electric model in the history of the Prancing Horse. 
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OEM
Audi scales up deployment of artificial intelligence in production
Wednesday, 01 April 2026
Audi is consistently rolling out artificial intelligence (AI) in production and logistics: the company is scaling up its own cloud platform for production and introducing new AI use cases and...
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OEM
Nissan introduces world’s first valve seat using cold spray technology
Thursday, 05 March 2026
Cold spray technology is now being applied by Nissan to its new 1.5-litre turbocharged engine, which is exclusively designed for power generation within the third-generation e-POWER hybrid powertrain.
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Motorsport
Payne surges forward after Kiwi V8 Supercar rounds
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Martt Payne has leapt into title contention after the New Zealand rounds of the V8 Supercar Championship.
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Motorsport
Teretonga shakes to the sound of Supertrucks
Wednesday, 01 April 2026
From clubbie Toyota Corollas through V8 muscle cars all the way to trucks, the southernmost permanent race circuit in the world continues to hold a key place in New Zealand motorsport.
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Motorsport
Lucky 13th season for Toyota 86 series
Thursday, 05 March 2026
The Toyota 86 is New Zealand’s most popular – and most successful – one make race car. Between the main GR86 race series and the four-round 86 Trophy for the original model, 24 drivers are contesting...
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