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CowManager NZ Launch: How Driveline Made It Happen

CowManager NZ Launch: How Driveline Made It Happen

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 21 October 2025 | Posted in Case Studies

When CowManager NZ needed 14 vehicles on a tight deadline, but had no trading history, Driveline found a way. Here's how we made it happen. … More »

EV Myths Busted

EV Myths Busted: Real Data from a Real NZ Owner

By BW | 18 June 2025 | Posted in Case Studies

EV myths busted by Auckland EV owner Jason Cole. Fires, range, charge times - he busts 'em all with actual data from years of driving EVs. … More »

Ute lease with Kev the tradie.

This is Kev, he’s a tradie.

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 18 July 2024 | Posted in Case Studies

Driveline's new radio campaign was inspired by genuine client stories. Find out about the ute lease story behind our "tradie" ad… … More »

Truck finance with Willy the trucker.

This is Willy. He’s a trucker.

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 4 July 2024 | Posted in Case Studies

Driveline's new radio ads were inspired by genuine client stories. Find out about the truck finance story behind our "finance" ad… … More »

This is Leanne, she runs a law firm.

This is Leanne, she runs a law firm.

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 20 June 2024 | Posted in Case Studies

Driveline's new radio campaign was inspired by genuine client stories. Find out about the car lease story behind our "time" ad… … More »

This Is Jeff, He Runs a Flooring Company.

This is Jeff, he runs a flooring company.

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 13 June 2024 | Posted in Case Studies

Driveline's new radio campaign was inspired by genuine client stories. Find out about the van lease story behind our "cashflow" ad… … More »

SmartLease Car Financing Gives Flexibility to Serial Business Innovator

SmartLease Car Financing Gives Flexibility to Serial Business Innovator

By BW | 14 March 2024 | Posted in Case Studies

From utes to supercars, this entrepreneur credits SmartLease car financing for supporting his business growth with a cost-effective solution. Humble Beginnings David Morrissey's entrepreneurial … More »

Recycled Plastic Containers Ltd Toyota Hiace van and flatbed trailer hauling 1,000L IBCs.

Surviving The Devastating Floods: A Resilient Recycler’s Rollercoaster Year

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 23 November 2023 | Posted in Case Studies

When disaster struck not once but twice this year, Recycled Plastic Containers Ltd owner and Driveline client Billie Kindley was left reeling. … More »

Good Works Trust food bank delivered to a dystopian village hidden behind $3M villas

Affluent Suburb’s Grim Dystopian Village Hidden Behind $3M Villas

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 9 November 2023 | Posted in Case Studies

Discover the shocking deprivation and inequality in affluent suburbs that drives Driveline's work with Good Works Trust food bank on the Shore... … More »

Canterbury Weather Updates: A Conversation with Russell Voice

Canterbury Weather Updates: A Conversation with Russell Voice

By BW | 2 November 2023 | Posted in Case Studies

Find out how Russell Voice turned a lifelong passion for weather into Canterbury Weather Updates, providing specialised forecasts for locals. … More »

Chris Duggan, House of Science founder.

Making Science Fun and Accessible for Kiwi Kids

By BW | 9 August 2023 | Posted in Case Studies

Leased vehicles help the charity House of Science deliver hands-on science education to schools nationwide, explains founder Chris Duggan. After 15 years teaching high school science, Chris Duggan … More »

Eco Garden Guys, Jaimie McDonald

Finding Quieter, Greener Pastures with Eco Garden Guys

By BW | 27 July 2023 | Posted in Case Studies

The early loss of two parents, likely caused by lifelong exposure to toxic fumes, became Jaimie McDonald's unexpected inspiration for Eco Garden Guys. … More »

Natural Insulation Northland and Renault vans.

Natural Insulation Northland, Business Challenges and a 9-Vehicle Fleet

By BW | 6 July 2023 | Posted in Case Studies

Greg Silvester of Natural Insulation Northland sat down with us to chat about business challenges and a vehicle fleet that won't stop growing. Thirteen years ago Greg Silvester bought a business - … More »

Case Study | DNA 1st Solutions

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 6 April 2020 | Posted in Case Studies, Uncategorized

Meet Anita Vaafusuaga. Anita desperately needed a vehicle for her business, but was tight on budget and had no idea how she was going to afford it. She started browsing the web for car finance options … More »

Case Study | Joe Byrne

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 13 March 2020 | Posted in Case Studies

Meet Joe Byrne. Joe and his wife run a successful business called Byrne Homes. They design and build beautiful architectural homes with custom interiors. A few years ago, Joe’s wife was in a minor … More »

Case Study | Nick Langdon

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 9 January 2020 | Posted in Case Studies

Paul Tobin met up with Nick Langdon to discuss the process of leasing a vehicle for his business. Nick quickly realised how easy the process was and decided to lease a Jaguar for himself to get the … More »

Case Study | Digby Morton

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 19 December 2019 | Posted in Case Studies

Digby Morton was referred to Driveline through one of his close friends to investigate leasing vehicles for his business. At that time Digby needed a Ute but was only looking at 2nd hand vehicles. He … More »

Case Study with Lee Smith

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 13 December 2019 | Posted in Case Studies

Managing Director Lee Smith realised there was a gap in the market for a rental property manager who focused on service, and who could deliver on their promises. She started Home Sweet Home – the … More »

Meet David Morrissey, a man with many secret skills.

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 21 November 2019 | Posted in Case Studies

Many moons ago in 2009 Laurie, one of our Business Consultants drove passed David’s office one day, knocked on the door and explained to David how SmartLease worked and how his business could benefit … More »

Diesel Services NZ – Case Study

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 18 October 2019 | Posted in Case Studies, Uncategorized

Diesel Services is a long-term client of Driveline, they have been with us for 5 years and have 5 vehicles on SmartLease, and hopefully there is more to come. I met up with Marty Kemp at his … More »

Wisheart McNab and Partners Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 15 October 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Wiseheart McNab and Partners are a law firm based in Marlborough – that part of New Zealand with lush views, wonderful wines, beautiful water and unique wilderness. We are an experienced team of … More »

2018 Ford Ranger Ute

Aqua Filter Rodney Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 25 September 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Aqua Filter Rodney are a team of passionate people committed to being the best the best providers of water filtration products and services in the Rodney area. We look after the sales, servicing and … More »

Case Study: Kiwi Coaches

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 28 August 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Kiwi Coaches is a bus company in Auckland that has been experiencing continued growth. As a result, it regularly upgrades its fleet. Driveline is the fleet provider of choice for Kiwi Coaches, so it … More »

Case Study: Tile Space

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 28 August 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

  History As one of New Zealand’s largest tile importers Tile Space supplies a range of quality tiles to retail, wholesale and commercial businesses around the country. Founded in 1987 by … More »

Youth Encounter Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 10 August 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Youth Encounter's mission is to unleash the potential in young people and their families. We deliver exciting and engaging programmes using the risk taking activity of dirt bike riding. Through a … More »

We Are FRANK Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 6 July 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

We Are FRANK is an Advertising & Technology Agency focusing on smartphone advertising and creativity with current clients including New World, PAKnSAVE, Mitre 10, Lego, … More »

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June 2018 client vehicle photos

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 30 June 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Here are a couple of our clients great vehicle photos that we've recently leased or financed for them.   Drivestaff's new Isuzu D-Max is looking awesome.   GNM Ltd … More »

Wayne Bowden Painters Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 22 May 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Charlie Bowden explains why Wayne Bowden Painters uses Driveline Fleet to help them source vehicles for their fleet.   Wayne Bowden Painters is a New Zealand owned and operated family … More »

Some pictures of our clients awesome vehicles

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 12 May 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

We're very lucky at Driveline. Everyday, we work with great businesses and organisations throughout New Zealand. These are people who own their own business and want to lease a vehicle for the tax … More »

Platinum Super Shuttle Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 7 May 2018 | Posted in Case Studies

Driveline director, Paul Tobin, explains how Tourism Transport Limited (TTL) and Driveline, collaborated to get a Christchurch based owner/operator, a brand new Platinum Shuttle. Driveline has been … More »

Pimp My Garage Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 27 October 2017 | Posted in Case Studies

Pimp My Garage is a New Zealand first. We provide personalised design, supply and installation services that help homeowners transform their garage into the most versatile room in the house. Our goal … More »

Super Shuttle and Platinum Super Shuttle

Super Shuttle Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 8 August 2017 | Posted in Case Studies

Super Shuttle is one of New Zealand’s largest airport transport fleets. We have 140 vans on the roads, transporting over 1 million people to and from 12 airports around the country each year. Our 200 … More »

Kauri Property Maintenance Testimonial for Driveline Fleet

Kauri Property Maintenance Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 19 June 2017 | Posted in Case Studies

We’re a father and son property maintenance company based on the North Shore, although we service the entire Auckland region. Some of the work we do is: Lawn mowing Rental and construction … More »

The Dog Safe Workplace Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 13 June 2017 | Posted in Case Studies

We work with organisations who have staff that are required to enter places where dogs might be present. With the new Health and Safety Work Act, it is essential that any known hazards are addressed. … More »

Vertec LTD Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 4 May 2017 | Posted in Case Studies

We were lucky to get this great testimonial from Jason Whitley, Managing Director of Vertec LTD. Vertec LTD is an engineering manufacturing business. Some of the things we specialise in … More »

House of Science Testimonial

By Lance Manins | Driveline | 12 January 2017 | Posted in Case Studies

This testimonial is from Chris Duggan, who is the Director of House of Science, Tauranga. We’re a charitable trust which was established three years ago. Initially we were servicing primary schools … More »

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NZ Driving Cost Calculator - EV vs Petrol vs Hybrid

NZ Driving Cost Calculator (2026): EV vs Petrol vs Hybrid

Compare annual petrol vs electric car costs with the $76/1,000km RUC. See how much your NZ fleet can save in 2026 with our real-time fuel and electricity calculator. Read more »

Driveline Merry Christmas

🎄 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Ute!

The busy wee chickens at Driveline are taking a well-earned summer break. Our last day for business is Monday 23 December. Back 5 January. Read more »

Most Trusted Vehicle Finance Company 7 Years Running

Most Trusted Vehicle Finance Company: Driveline’s 7th Win

For the 7th consecutive year, Driveline has been voted New Zealand's most trusted vehicle finance company in the Most Trusted Business Awards. Read more »

CowManager NZ Launch: How Driveline Made It Happen

CowManager NZ Launch: How Driveline Made It Happen

When CowManager NZ needed 14 vehicles on a tight deadline, but had no trading history, Driveline found a way. Here's how we made it happen. Read more »

Hybrid vs Plug-in Hybrid vs Electric: Which Vehicle Technology Is Right for Your Business?

Hybrid vs Plug-in Hybrid vs Electric: Which Vehicle Technology Is Right for Your Business?

Understanding the practical differences between hybrid vs plug-in hybrid vs electric vehicles is crucial for making informed fleet decisions. Read more »

Ford Ranger Super Duty Mud Test: Built Ford Tough Gets Dirty

Ford Ranger Super Duty Mud Test: Built Ford Tough Gets Dirty

Ford's latest Ford Ranger Super Duty mud test proves what "built tough" really means - 600kg of mud caking everything & still running strong. Read more »

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