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Renault-Nissan and Daimler sign pact
Tuesday, 01 July 2014
The Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler AG are significantly expanding their cooperation with joint development of premium compact vehicles and joint production in Mexico.
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Kia Motors best in parts performance
Tuesday, 01 July 2014
Kia Motors New Zealand and its dealer network have been recognised for outstanding performance in parts operation and dealer support.
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First 5-star Ancap rating for Jeep
Thursday, 05 June 2014
ANCAP has awarded Jeep its first 5 star ANCAP safety rating, with the 2014 Cherokee claiming the prize. 
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Tow like you want to – and can!
Thursday, 05 June 2014
The key to selecting the best towbar for your vehicle can be found in two key labels that buyers should look out for and demand.
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Making your vehicles into a safer workplace
Tuesday, 01 April 2014
In the last fiscal, July 2012 to June 2013, driving related accidents cost the ACC almost $162-million. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist, then, to acknowledge the effect improving the safety of...
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The car as an office
Monday, 03 March 2014
A new self-driving car concept will transform the car into a fully connected office and meeting space. Car journeys will become a time for professionals to do business; driving will no longer be dead...
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Video Road Report - Holden Malibu
Wednesday, 11 December 2013
The Malibu is an important weapon in Holden’s fleet arsenal, offering big car space combined with four-cylinder diesel economy. It replaces the Epica and it is definitely a horse of a different...
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Sales continue to climb
Wednesday, 04 December 2013
November new commercial vehicle registrations at 2,935, the highest November new commercial registrations since the MIA began collecting records in 1981.  It’s the third month in a row that records...
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New Pathfinder and X-Trail details
Monday, 28 October 2013
Nissan has revealed pricing and specification for its all-new monocoque Pathfinder – which now moves over from the “tough truck” segment into SUV format, and is released this month – as well as...
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AfMA national conference and exhibition
Wednesday, 05 June 2013
This year’s Australasian Fleet Management Association annual conference and exhibition had a change of format from recent years, and more changes are in the wind. Cathy Parker reports.
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Can you afford to gamble?
Wednesday, 05 June 2013
Which part or accessory should you buy for your vehicle? Is the Internet a good option, or too risky? Should you stick with the “big name” brands, or buy local? John Oxley comments.
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Sime Darby takes on Citroen
Wednesday, 03 April 2013
It was a logical step for Peugeot importer Sime Darby Automobiles NZ (SDANZ) to take on the New Zealand agency for Citroen, especially given the two automotive brands have been owned by the same...
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Dealer news- Poised for further fleet growth
Wednesday, 03 April 2013
Located in the heart of Newmarket, Andrew Simms Mitsubishi has announced the appointment of Travis McDonogh to the position of business development manager. Robert Barry reports on the dealership’s...
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MB fighting back
Thursday, 07 February 2013
Mercedes-Benz is determined to get back into pole position in the luxury market in New Zealand, says new Australia and NZ CEO Jurgen Sauer, fresh from an eight-year stint as the head of Mercedes-Benz...
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Time for a change in attitude
Thursday, 07 February 2013
You wouldn’t let an employee handle a chain saw without proper training. Yet there are many more deaths while driving on the job in New Zealand than there are from chain saw accidents – as many as...
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New Outlander is here
Tuesday, 04 December 2012
Mitsubishi has launched its third generation Outlander, the world’s first model designed from the outset for petrol and diesel engines and PHEV plug-in hybrid technology too. The hybrid will be here...
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Getting the balance right
Tuesday, 04 December 2012
Are lowering fleet costs and emissions still high on the fleet agenda? Robert Barry reviews fleet strategy, driver behaviour, fleet performance appraisal and alternative fuel options.
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Sydney Motor Show impresses
Tuesday, 04 December 2012
The Australian International Motor Show alternates between Melbourne and Sydney, and this year it was the latter’s turn as host, with the last time at the Darling Harbour Conference Centre for a few...
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Hot new BMW
Tuesday, 04 December 2012
The age-old philosophy of jamming a big engine in a small car has never been one lost on BMW. In fact, you could argue that if one manufacturer in recent times has truly grasped this ethos, then it...
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New tippers for Canter
Tuesday, 04 December 2012
The first factory-built Canter Euro tippers, new to Fuso’s line-up, hit New Zealand roads in October and are already proving their worth with contractors around the country.
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Amarok auto finally here
Wednesday, 03 October 2012
It’s been a long time coming, but Volkswagen has finally been able to launch the automatic version of its much-vaunted Amarok ute – and at the same time has gone further towards closing the missing...
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Been around The Block
Wednesday, 03 October 2012
As part of a long-standing partnership with MediaWorks, Mazda NZ recently supplied five BT-50 double cab Utilities for use on the inaugural NZ series of “The Block” produced by TV3 and Eyeworks...
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Working smarter not harder
Wednesday, 03 October 2012
Robert Barry talks to fleet management specialists about using SMS and other communication technology for better day-to-day running of a vehicle fleet.
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Ford unveils new Mondeo and Fiesta
Wednesday, 03 October 2012
Ford has unveiled new versions of two of its most important and best-selling cars – the Mondeo and the Fiesta.
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MG is still British
Wednesday, 03 October 2012
The first new MG to appear on these shores in quite a long time comes, as to be expected, by way of China. But that doesn’t mean it is a Chinese car, says Damien O’Carroll.
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More you drive, the better
Wednesday, 03 October 2012
Driving a car for a week or so gives a good indication of its abilities. But if you really want to get down to the nitty-gritty, a longer period is required. Here’s John Oxley’s take after a month in...
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Corporate identity for fleets
Friday, 03 August 2012
Robert Barry talks to three digital signage specialists about creating corporate identity, and the application of this to the vehicle fleet.
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Ooh la la, it’s 4008
Friday, 03 August 2012
Take one Japanese SUV. Add a dollop of French garnish. Voila, hors d’oeuvre becomes a main course for French carmaker Peugeot, says John Oxley.
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Manheim remarketing
Friday, 03 August 2012
Manheim refers to the process of realising the value of its customers’ assets as “remarketing”
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It’s amazing what a few years can do.
Friday, 03 August 2012
News that Chinese utes were being introduced into New Zealand was greeted with a great deal of scepticism, especially given exterior design which was a touch quirky.
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