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Look out, pothole! Mercedes-Benz further expands Car-to-X communication
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
Large potholes are a safety hazard, because if drivers do not recognise them in time, they can no longer take evasive action or reduce their speed.
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OEM
Predictive maintenance: When a machine knows in advance that repairs are needed
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
When it comes to maintaining production systems, the solution of choice at the BMW Group is to use sensors, data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI).
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Ed Speak
FROM THE EDITOR
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
Another month and another theme in the stuff we are receiving and hearing from the industry. This month it is staff/training and apprentices.
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Other
How to keep customers coming back
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
When it comes to appointment-based businesses...
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Other
New transdiesel pump-over bulk delivery truck reduces costs and enhances efficiencies
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
A brand-new lubricant delivery service introduced by TransDiesel will enhance the restocking of product to key operators throughout the South Island.
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Workshop Equipment
Snap-on Tools makes aircon service a breeze
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
As we navigate the challenge of making travel plans, the idea of jumping in the car for a road trip has never been a more popular option.
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News
Transdiesel investing further in NZ’s future with expansion of popular apprentice programme
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
When more than 280 people apply for only a handful of apprentice positions, one thing is for sure – you’re going to have a hard time deciding who to accept.
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News
NAPA Central Muscle Cars season promises excitement
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
It’s been touted over the last few years as New Zealand’s premier motorsport category and it would be hard to dispute that.
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Parts
Precious metal spark plugs – superior ignitability, lower emmissions
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
As emission regulations become increasingly stringent the pressure on vehicle manufacturers to reduce emissions and improve efficiency has risen significantly.
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Workshop Equipment
MAHA braking / lifting the standards of automotive equipment all over the world
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
MAHA has been rolling out brake testing equipment all over the world for the past 50 years.
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OEM
Renault, in tune with the sound: The voice of electric vehicles
Wednesday, 08 September 2021
Since the very beginning of the development of Renault’s first electric models, a series of new and fascinating questions have arisen about the characteristic silence of the way they work.
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Ed Speak
Green hydrogen
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
This month we have had at least five press releases around hydrogen vehicles cross our desk (well our screen as they all come via email these days!) With most of the talk in mainstream media (and f
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Motorsport
Triple Eight Supercar Test for Toyota 86 champion
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
Supercars powerhouse and championship leaders Triple Eight Race Engineering have joined with the Tony Quinn Foundation to provide the next champion of New Zealand’s Toyota 86 series with a Super
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News
SAM and Systime parent group takes new form with Auxo software
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
Kiwi Falcons – the cars, not the birds, is 200 pages covering the history of the Ford Falcon in New Zealand with copious photos of road and race versions.
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News
Australian Clutch Services continues ClutchPro accessories expansion
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
Australian Clutch Services is one of the largest clutch manufacturers and suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere.
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News
NAPA Auto Parts launches Motorsport Academy in New Zealand
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
NAPA Auto Parts has today revealed a unique and inspiring new initiative for future racing stars and grassroots motorsport competitors.
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Other
Hiring migrant workers: the changing landscape
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
Jo Douglas discusses the sometimes competing obligations for employers under immigration policy and employment law obligations.  
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OEM
Hyundai XCIENT fuel cell truck design upgrades
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
Hyundai XCIENT Fuel Cell, is the world’s first mass-produced, heavy-duty truck powered by hydrogen.
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Parts
Full facts on filters from Hengst
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
As our vehicles get progressively cleaner and less maintenance intensive, it becomes even more critical that when service and maintenance are required, only the best consumables will do. 
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Parts
Auckland City BMW – dedicated to BMW and Mini parts
Wednesday, 04 August 2021
Auckland City BMW is the only dealer in the top part of the North Island that is also a Capricorn supplier, covering from the top of the North Island to Palmerston North.
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