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ADAS faults are becoming a daily reality in ANZ workshops
Thursday, 27 August 2026
Lane keep assist. Adaptive cruise control. Autonomous emergency braking. Blind spot monitoring. Traffic sign recognition. A decade ago, these were premium-badge extras.
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Penrite PRO ZERO 0W-20 now available in REGO search
Thursday, 27 August 2026
Penrite PRO ZERO 0W-20 Full Synthetic Engine Oil can now be found through Penrite’s New Zealand REGO Search, making it faster and easier for workshops to identify the vehicles it suits.
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The history of engine oils
Thursday, 27 August 2026
The basic function of engine oil, to protect the engines moving parts from physical contact, reducing friction and subsequent wear has not changed since the first car roared into life.
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How much are you really spending to keep a service customer?
Thursday, 27 August 2026
Courtesy Steve McAneney
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ADAS Calibration: The ultimate invisible safety net
Thursday, 27 August 2026
Imagine a late-model ute or 4WD rolling into your workshop after a routine suspension upgrade or a car comes in after minor bumper repairs.
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MITO releases suite of updated automotive body training programmes
Thursday, 30 July 2026
Following engagement with industry, MITO has released a suite of new and updated training programmes for the collision repair and refinishing sectors.
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Why a charging system fails despite a new alternator
Thursday, 30 July 2026
The vehicle returns to the workshop after just a few days. The alternator has been replaced, yet the charging issue remains.
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Accessing the best resources to resolve turbo faults
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
This article focuses on the many tests that I advise when testing most Variable Geometry Turbos (VGT). Why go to so much length to diagnose when it’s often the actuator that fails?
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Growing support for automotive choice of repairer law to protect motorists’ right to choose
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
The New Zealand Choice of Repairer Industry Leaders Group have welcomed growing industry and public support for a Choice of Repairer law, saying the case for reform has never been stronger and Parl
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Automotive technician training – today and the future
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Technician training is changing, not only in the content that is needed to keep up with the accelerating technology in our vehicles, but also in the ways in which training can be provided and the t
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Why workshops need smarter bulk lubricant solutions in today’s vehicle market
Thursday, 02 July 2026
The New Zealand automotive aftermarket continues to evolve rapidly.
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New regulated product stewardship scheme targets some of NZ’s most harmful greenhouse gases
Thursday, 02 July 2026
A Government decision to move ahead with a regulated product stewardship scheme for synthetic refrigerants marks a major step in tackling some of New Zealand’s most potent greenhouse gases. 
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Why New Zealand needs a choice of repairer law
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Most people in the New Zealand automotive industry are aware that Australia has a dedicated automotive right to repair law.
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Diesel Driver profiles
Thursday, 28 May 2026
The diesel engine has been claimed as one of the most economical engines.
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Servicing EV and hybrid vehicles
Thursday, 28 May 2026
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 afterma
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Penrite, OEM approved performance for European applications
Thursday, 28 May 2026
European vehicles continue to shape the premium end of the New Zealand automotive market.
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ADAS in focus at Auto Aftermarket Expo 2026
Thursday, 30 April 2026
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) will be a central focus at the 2026 Auto Aftermarket Expo, reflecting the growing complexity of modern vehicle service and repair.
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WoF and CoF frequency changing
Thursday, 30 April 2026
The Government has announced changes, to light vehicle inspections, which will start to come into effect from 1 November 2026.
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GPC introduces NexDrive for next-generation vehicle servicing
Thursday, 05 March 2026
More and more Kiwis are opting for hybrid or electric vehicles. Staying current with new technologies is more crucial – and more challenging – than ever for independent workshops.
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New cylinder head, low power
Thursday, 27 November 2025
There are common faults and there’s common sense. Most of you know me from my wealth of knowledge working with diesel systems for a very long time, there is not much I haven’t experienced.
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