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Bendix Racing’s braking tips for track and road
Friday, 30 May 2025
At first glance, the recipe for motor racing success looks simple, the fastest car usually wins, but throw in tyre degradation and ‘wear and tear’, and there’s a lot to be said about driving with m
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Other
SME confidence climbs
Friday, 30 May 2025
For the first time in five years, optimism among New Zealand SMEs is leading economic sentiment, according to the 2025 MYOB Business Monitor
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Other
Industry will hold Minister to account on Te Pūkenga promises
Friday, 30 May 2025
Government has listened to the automotive industry and promised that work-based training will return to industry hands, the Motor Trade Association (MTA) says.
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Other
Meth surge poses serious workplace safety risk
Friday, 30 May 2025
TDDA’s drug and alcohol screening data shows a sharp rise in amphetamines, and the biggest offender is meth
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Motorsport
McLaughlin scores Indy podium
Friday, 30 May 2025
Scott McLaughlin has secured a commendable third-place finish at the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix, his third consecutive podium at Barber Motorsports Park. 
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Parts
Do you want chips with that?
Friday, 30 May 2025
Once upon a time getting more performance from your engine started out with a menu of mostly bolt on options, at least – until you wanted to get to the serious end of performance.
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OEM
Lamborghini Temerario ~ a mechanical masterpiece
Friday, 30 May 2025
The Lamborghini Temerario1, the only production super sports car able to reach 10,000 rpm, features a new hybrid powertrain that combines a twin-turbo V8 engine, designed and developed from the gro
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Parts
Autolign / BNT launch new lift kits
Friday, 30 May 2025
Autolign and BNT, both recognised leaders in 4WD suspension component supply in New Zealand have expanded their product range with two new lift kit options: the Formula 4x4 RIDE Lift Kits and the R
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Servicing
Servicing EV and hybrid vehicles
Friday, 30 May 2025
Hybrid vehicles have many of the same repair needs as ICE vehicles, including an ICE engine and even EVs still have general electrics, suspension, brakes etc to service.
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Parts
KOBA Batteries - Trusted power solutions for every journey
Friday, 30 May 2025
Over the past 15 years, KOBA has built a reputation for outstanding performance and reliability.
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Parts
The latest technology in trailer braking
Friday, 30 May 2025
When towing heavy trailers with cars, utes and vans you want the best trailer braking possible to ensure safe stopping and an ability to retain control of the combination during braking.
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Ed Speak
Longer warranties
Friday, 30 May 2025
There is a growing trend for car manufacturers to extend the warranty period for new cars, especially with the growth in the number of active manufacturers in the NZ market.
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Other
Let us entertain you - Great Automotive You Tube channels
Friday, 30 May 2025
Most people in the automotive industry have a love of things automotive and technical related and here at Motor Equipment News we are the same – unrepentant petrolheads from the age of 15 when we c
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Ed Speak
We see the light, and it’s not the train headlight rushing towards us
Thursday, 01 May 2025
We see the light, and it’s not the train headlight rushing towards us
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Servicing
Cleaner and more efficient workshops use Wypall
Thursday, 01 May 2025
Automotive workshops across Australia and New Zealand have the opportunity to elevate their safety and efficiency protocols with Kimberly-Clark Professional, offering a spectrum of world class clea
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Servicing
Allianz UK warns motor traders of high risks and costs of EV battery fires
Thursday, 01 May 2025
Allianz UK is warning motor traders to be aware of the risks associated with Electric Vehicle (EV) battery fires, which have caused extensive damage in recent cases and created unique challenges.
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Parts
A new alternator in AS-PL range
Thursday, 01 May 2025
Another new alternator has enlarged the AS-PL offer. The alternator has an index number A3797S and is the product of the AS brand.
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Parts
When should you invest in an electric park brake?
Thursday, 01 May 2025
Aussies and Kiwis demand a lot of their 4x4 utes. It’s the versatility of these vehicles that has seen them strike a chord with buyers.
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Diesel Industry News
Aftertreatment technologies driven by trucking emissions regulations
Thursday, 01 May 2025
Today, stricter and more region-specific regulations drive the use of innovative aftertreatment technologies and system-level designs.
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Parts
Enhancing the future of electrified vehicles with Delkor xEV
Thursday, 01 May 2025
In the rapidly evolving world of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEV and PHEVs), innovation in battery technology remains critical for performance and efficiency.
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