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Transdiesel introduces new interactive channel to help with tricky technical lubricant questions

Saturday, 05 March 2022

Often thought about, sometimes misunderstood, but never forgotten – unfortunately, more often than not, when it’s way too late.

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Workshop Equipment

The past, present, and future of emissions testing

Saturday, 05 March 2022

Emissions testing is a core part of roadworthiness tests in many countries today and is more than likely to become more rigorous in the future.

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OEM

Preparedness key to Toyota parts performance

Saturday, 05 March 2022

Toyota New Zealand’s parts division is industry leading, with parts supply rates shining throughout Covid-19 disruptions nationwide.

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Other

What is multi-grade oil?

Saturday, 05 March 2022

The miracle of the multi-grade

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Parts

Renowned ACDelco batteries now distributed by R&J Batteries

Saturday, 05 March 2022

ACDelco, a global leader with a strong heritage in the automotive aftermarket industry, has appointed R&J Batteries to distribute their range of high quality and reliable automotive batteries.

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Parts

For the street, strip and track – Jaylec Black series

Saturday, 05 March 2022

Introducing the Jaylec Black Series, a new range of alternators for high-performance applications for street, strip, and track.

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Workshop Equipment

UVeye – is this the future of the workshop?

Saturday, 05 March 2022

UVeye is a new automated vehicle inspection system that is driven by deep learning AI. The company was formed in Israel in 2016 by Amir and Ohad hever.

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Video Content

Ask Rob Episode 1 - Lubricant Viscosity

Friday, 04 March 2022

In the Ask Rob video series TransDiesels Technical Oils & Lubricants engineer covers a range of topics to give a better understanding of how oils and lubricants work, and why they’re so important...

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Other

Theon design reveals supercharged air-cooled flat-six: elevating Porsche engine performance to another level

Wednesday, 09 February 2022

Theon Design provides a tantalising glimpse of its next bespoke Porsche 964-based commission with a first look at the car’s beating heart: a 450bhp supercharged version of the famous air-cooled fla

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OEM

From metal to mobile: the evolution of the car key

Wednesday, 09 February 2022

A staple of American car culture for the past hundred years, the classic car key has evolved drastically over time and may one day become obsolete as drivers look to more convenient solutions to op

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Diesel Industry News

Hyundai New Zealand’s first hydrogen-powered truck arrives

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

The Xcient was shown to media on 26th November with an official welcome from Minister of Transport, Hon Michael Wood. This is the first of five being imported for trialling.

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Parts

Bosch brake pads – the perfect match for your vehicle

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

Bosch has decades of experience in the manufacturing of braking systems. Our range covers every sector and extends from individual components to complete systems.

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Parts

BNT gently braking away from copper pads

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

If you thought things were slowing down in the field of brake technology and material development, think again.

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Parts

Drum brakes see a resurgence thanks to EV’s

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

The drum brake is almost as old as the car itself. Many regard it as an old-fashioned product that is primarily associated with small cars of low performance engines.

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OEM

The Volkswagen rubber axle stop that inspired the KONG toy’s shape

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

If you are among the millions of American households who adopted a dog during the past 12 months, you’re likely familiar with the KONG toy, a hollow, rugged rubber cone that can be filled with trea

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OEM

Staying cool: Complex cooling systems for the Dakar Rally in the Audi RS Q e-tron

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

“Audi has never contested the Dakar Rally before.

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News

LVVTA support for repair certification system

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

2021 has been a big year for both LVVTA and the repair certification system, with the establishment of a Contract for Services between LVVTA and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency for LVVTA to provide

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Parts

Parabolic GVM upgrade kits for Ranger

Tuesday, 08 February 2022

Terrain Tamer now offers GVM Upgrade kits with Parabolic Leaf Springs for the Ford Ranger, adding to the already existing range of GVM Upgrade Kits for popular Toyota Hilux and Landcruiser models.<

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Motorsport