We're sure you have all seen and heard the exciting news about the NEW Isuzu D-Max Ute that will be arriving on our shores pretty soon, that right the new Ute will be arriving in mid-October.So that … More »

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We're sure you have all seen and heard the exciting news about the NEW Isuzu D-Max Ute that will be arriving on our shores pretty soon, that right the new Ute will be arriving in mid-October.So that … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
With its elongated, sculpted silhouette and purposeful stance the newSorento rewrites SUV style. The all new 2021 Kia Sorento A new generation of safety technologyThe 2021 Sorento … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
They both have four wheels, five doors, and a keen desire to whisk through traffic on your way to work or rushing to be n time for the kid's soccer game. But despite being similar on the surface, the … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
In an “almost” post Covid-19 world we are all seeing and possibly experiencing ourselves a significant amount of anxiety over what the future holds for us and what our businesses will look like in the … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
It may not be the most affordable wagon on the market, but if you're looking to stand out from all those suit-wearing corporates in their Audi RS6 wagons, the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo is a … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The Mitsubishi Express van is due to land in September 2020 in New Zealand. This van is the highly popular successor to the L300 van which had been around for an eternity and last seen in the showroom … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News, Uncategorized
Over the past few weeks, we have been contacting our existing clients as a direct response to the Covid-19 crisis and working closely with them to put together not only some relief packages to get … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
There are two new Transit's added to the range this year – the Ford Transit Custom Sport Van, which has more power, great styling, interior treatment and features have all been … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
WHILE EV BUYERS ARE INFATUATED WITH THE MODEL 3, THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS OUT THERE, ADMITTEDLY WITH LESS RANGE THAN THE TESLA. TWO SLIGHTLY CHEAPER OFFERINGS ARE THE IONIQ AND LEAF. WHICH IS … More »
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Monthly new vehicle registration data released reveal the immediate impact of the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions on the New Zealand new vehicle market.March 2020 registrations were down 37.3 per cent … More »
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No need to go over the top with these things. It’s based on the double cab ST-X and is available in both two-wheel drive and 4x4 options, with either the six-speed manual or the seven-speed … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
If you're old enough to remember the turn of the century, you probably recall how exciting and unknown it seemed. We were really heading into the future: the year 2000! Look back at the cars of … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We hope your holidays will be filled with joy and laughter through the New Year. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.We look forward to working with you next year. … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
For all of its life, the Volkswagen Crafter has lived in the shadow of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. It was not only based on the Mercedes van, but also built in the same factory. This led many people … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News, Uncategorized
Driveline presents DRIVE-THRU The most relevant automotive news that you what to know about. Kia thinks compact SUV growth is ideal for the Seltos South Korean carmaker Kia is telling its … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News, Uncategorized
The time has come too trade-in. Trade-in your old Toyota Hiace for a completely redesigned sixth-generation New Toyota Hiace that meets the needs of the widest group of customers, who are seeking a … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We are thrilled to announce the return of the Ford Ranger FX4 Bi-Turbo special edition, a highly regarded member of the Ranger family which has previously made a significant contribution to Ranger’s … More »
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A drive of a difference to make a difference Imagine driving 18,000km across three deserts, five mountain ranges and 23 countries in the smallest smart car ever to help put the spotlight on mental … More »
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Making its television debut on TV1’s prime time show Seven Sharp, Subaru’s Forester was presented with the 2018 New Zealand Car of the Year (COTY) Award tonight. It is a glittering accolade for this … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are a couple of the cool things that have been happening in the motor industry this week. From reviews to announcements to forecasts, we've got it all. They say electric cars are … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Happy Wednesday everyone. There are lots of interesting news pieces and reviews from the car industry this week. Here are a few of them. Stuff.co.nz had an interesting article this … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The end of the year is coming up fast. Despite that, there's still a lot to be excited about in the automotive industry. So here's what has been making news. New vehicle registrations … More »
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Pressure at the pump prompts companies to explore electric vehicle fleets As the cost of fuel has reached new heights, one of New Zealand’s leading vehicle leasing and finance companies has seen an … More »
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Stuff.co.nz have a look at the all new Kia Sportage GT line. The price of petrol is continuing to climb, with some areas now paying more than $2.40 a … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
It's the end of another busy week. So, here are some interesting car related articles and videos we found this week. Driven.co.nz looks at five of New Zealand's most fuel efficient … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We hope you're having an awesome start to the week. Here's the run down on some interesting things which have been happening in the automotive industry. Mercedes Benz are taking safety … More »
By Lance Manins | Driveline | | Posted in News
The Autocar hot hatch showdown is on. Squaring off this time are the Renault Megane and the Honda Civic Type R. What is the future driving experience going to look like? Wired has a … More »
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The new Ford Tourneo Custom is now available in New Zealand with a bold new design, an all-new interior and enhanced features offering the best seat in the house. The Tourneo Custom offers a spacious … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Hi everyone. It has been an interesting week in the automotive industry. We've found a couple of interesting car reviews, announcements and more. Check them out. Dave McLeod, editor … More »
By Lance Manins | Driveline | | Posted in News
It's been an interesting week on the automotive industry. So here's the rundown on some of the interesting things that have been happening. The regional fuel tax in Auckland has arrived. If you … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Ford Mustang BULLITT will be the most powerful Mustang sold by Ford New Zealand, celebrating one of the most famous car-chase scenes in motion picture history Enthusiasts will be able to … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are some of the interesting things making news in the automotive industry recently. Motor1 has some great spy shots of next generation cars being tested. This includes a whole range of … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Mazda New Zealand is thrilled to confirm the brand new Mazda CX-8 will be joining the award winning Mazda SUV line up in the second half of 2018. The stylish new three row, seven seat SUV offers … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
There's a lot happening in the auto industry...so here are a few articles that caught our attention. Stuff has an interesting article that highlights the growing concern … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Available from September 2018 and offered in the single premium Titanium variant, the 2019 Ford Everest brings significant upgrades and advanced technology including AEB, with a state of the art … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We've got the lowdown on the latest car news. Here are a few articles that caught our attention. Pricing for the 2019 Ford Ranger has been released. You can see how each model prices up by going … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are a few of the cool and interesting things that have been happening in the automotive industry in the last two weeks. The 2019 Ford Ranger will hit the New Zealand market later on … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The 2019 Ranger builds on the capabilities and off-road credentials that has made the award-winning Ranger the most popular vehicle in New Zealand for three years running and the most popular ute in … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
As the year moves along, the car industry continues to track along. Here are some of the interesting articles we found from the last week. Autoweek has a look at the new 2019 … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The best selling cars of 2018 (so far) have been revealed. Utes continue to occupy most of the spots on the list (five), with three SUVs and two small cars rounding out the list. The Ford Ranger … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are a few things that have been happening in the car industry. An interesting article came up on Stuff.co.nz. Ford and GM announced they could start making repairs to different … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Media Release 17 April 2018 With a global commitment towards minimising carbon emissions, New Zealand businesses are increasingly embracing more sustainable transport options to get … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here's the latest rundown on what's been happening in the automotive industry, here and abroad. Are you one of those people eagerly to get your hands on a Ford Ranger Raptor when it … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
There has been a lot of car news coming in over the last week. Here's a look at some of the latest reviews, events and videos which caught our attention. If you've … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are some of the latest car news highlights that caught our attention. Driven.co.nz reviews the new and improved Mercedes CLS 450. If you've got a spare … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
When it comes to Utes, there are a couple of questions we often get asked. Here are a few of them... What's the towing capacity? How much storage space is there? What's the power? How … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are some of the interesting things that have been happening in the automotive industry. The all new Holden ZB Commodore line up is here. Driven has the full review of it from … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are some of the interesting things which have been happening in the automotive industry in the last week. Electric car lovers will be thrilled to know that the new Nissan Leaf is … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The Five Star ANCAP safety rated LDV T60 ute range has been boosted with the impending arrival of a manual 4WD single cab variant. Available in three colours white, silver and red, the T60 single cab … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We've got the lowdown on what's been happening in the car and automotive industry. So, here are some of the things which have been making news. SUV's have been tipped to dominate the … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
From the latest reviews to best selling vehicle lists, here's our weekly car news roundup. Motor 1 editor Jeff Perez has a look at the new Hyundai i30 N. They … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
New Zealanders in the market for a new car this year will continue to add utes and SUVs to their wish-list, say automobile industry experts. Driveline, a specialist vehicle … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Happy New Year everyone. We hope you all had a fantastic time over Christmas and New Year. 2017 was a big year in New Zealand's automotive industry. New vehicle sales hit new highs, Tesla came to … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We are often touched by the amazing generosity and compassion which New Zealanders show at this time of the year to help out those in need. For some teenagers, the holiday season can be a difficult … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Christmas is just around the corner now. So, here's the latest rundown on what's been happening in the auto industry. An investigation into the price of petrol is underway in New Zealand. … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
From car of the year to self-driving cars, here is the latest car news. Good quality service goes a long way in business. Several car companies were recognised for this the other day at the 2017 … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The end of the year is only a couple of weeks away; and what an eventful year it has been in the automotive industry. We’ve been lucky to test drive a lot of the new and exciting vehicles which … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The automotive industry never sleeps. Here's the latest rundown on the news highlights you might have missed. Tesla has unveiled their latest piece of innovation: the Tesla Semi Truck. Tarmc … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
There are some awesome cars coming out into the market in 2018. Cars & Technology has a look at some of the best luxury SUVs to keep an eye out for in 2018. … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News, Smart Deals
There were definitely a few eyebrows raised when Mercedes Benz announced it was moving into the ute market. Why would the German automotive giant want to move into such a market? One motoring … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here is the latest car news roundup. On the back of a weaker dollar, petrol prices in New Zealand have gone up again. Stuff.co.nz has the full rundown on it. Tarmc and M2 … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) has released its safety rating on the LDV ute range. Scoring a total of 35.46 points out of a possible maximum of 37, the T60 becomes the first … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Even though the end of the year is fast approaching, there has been no slowdown in the automotive industry. Here are some of the interesting things that have been happening. The highly … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here are some of the latest vehicle news highlights. In just over 3 weeks time, the Big Boys Toys show kicks off. Their announcement that the Ferrari LaFerrari will be there is exciting … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We've got all the latest car news fresh off the press. Check it out some of the things which have been happening. LDV's market share in the motor industry looks set to grow as they launch … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here's the round up on what's been happening this week in the automotive industry. Lexus has unveiled the new LC500. Tarmc's Dave McLeod has the full review on it … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The most popular Sport Utility Vehicle in the General Motors new vehicle portfolio, the Equinox, has been confirmed for launch in New Zealand on December 1 of this year. Sold in more than … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We hope you're enjoying a great start to your Friday morning. It has been a busy week in the automotive industry. So, here are some of the things which have been making news. Hamilton … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Back when he was the Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger was well known for his ambitious environmental policies. Although he's no longer in office, he's continuing his efforts to help the … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The Toyota Hilux pipped the Ford Ranger as the best selling vehicle last month. 779 registrations were made on the Toyota Hilux in August, compared to 690 for the Ford Ranger. That's a 17% vs 15% … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here's a look into what has been happening in the car industry, both here and abroad. The Toyota Hilux pipped the Ford Ranger as the top selling vehicle in August in NZ. The Ranger is still … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The Ford Ranger Raptor is coming to New Zealand shores in 2018. While the competition has been working hard to close the gap, the Raptor model of New Zealand's best selling vehicle should give it a … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Here's the lowdown on the latest car news. The Lamborghini Aventador has made it to New Zealand shores. Prices for the base model start at $595,000. Talking about super-cars, the Giltrap Group … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
*This is Driveline's June SunLive column If you told someone 200 years ago something called a car would one day replace the horse and carriage, you would have been laughed out of town. So, I … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Einstein once said "creativity is intelligence having fun." Land Rover have taken that concept to a whole new level. Their latest marketing effort sees them pit a 2017 Discovery Sport race against the … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
From the latest movie cars to the latest car reviews, here's the rundown on what's been making news in the automotive industry. Self driving cars aren't just changing the way we think about … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
It's amazing how quickly things can change. Back in 2008, when the Great Financial Crisis was in full swing, there was a sudden and noticeable shift in the car market. People were trading in their … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We're always keeping up to date on what's been happening in the vehicle industry. It's incredible to see how fast things are moving at the moment. So here is the roundup on what's been making news in … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Has it been an exciting week in the automotive industry or what? There are new makes and models coming out and those PR stunt just seem to get bigger and wackier. So here's the rundown on what's been … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
From new research to new car models. Here is the weekly roundup on what's been making news in the car industry. New research has found that a lot of young students are being exposed to second … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Back in January, we ran an article where we predicted which cars would make the Top 10 best selling cars list in 2017. Based on the sales statistics by the Motor Industry Association, here's what … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The weekly car news keeps on tracking along. Here are some of the things which caught our eye. So here are some of the news grabbing headlines. The waterview connection tunnel that connects … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
My dad always gets excited when he talks about his first car. It was one of those yellow 1970's Volkswagen Beetles. Although it had its fair share of problems, he'd have you believe it was the … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
If you blinked, you might have missed it. Which is why we've done the hard work to bring you the latest car news. Here is a rundown on what's been happening. The Ford Ranger has been New … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News, Reviews
If you're after a car that's easy to drive and provides a good balance between work and life, the new Suzuki Swift may be just what you're looking for. This beautiful little hatchback has been … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
It's amazing how 2017 has just flown by. In this time, a lot of vehicles have been designed, built unveiled, reviewed and driven. The movers and shakers in the industry are making bold predictions. … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
Half of the year is almost over. But that only makes things more interesting. It's that time of the year when the trade shows and new car models come out. There's plenty of other things on too. So … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The 2017 National Field Days are in full swing. Over the next few days, the latest agricultural technology and innovation will be unveiled. It's a big deal for New Zealand as we've got a strong … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The car industry never sleeps. Each and every day, there's a new review, piece of innovation or something even more grand in the works. So we've done a bit of digging to bring you the latest car and … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The biggest health and safety risk that a business faces is when their employees are driving company vehicles. This is according to NZI National Manager of Commercial Motors, Ian Lumley. "Driving … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
It has been a very busy couple of weeks in the automobile industry. Here are the latest car news stories making headlines. Stanford University Professor Tony Seba believes petrol cars will be … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
If you're a dog lover, you're going to love this idea. A few weeks ago, the British division of Nissan recently unveiled the 4Dogs Concept, a variant of the X-trail which has turned the boot space … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
From car shows to window washers, a lot has been happening in the motor vehicle industry. We've got the latest rundown on some of the big news. Second hand cars have never been more … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
If the performance of the last quarter is anything to go by, it looks like it will be another successful year for ute manufacturers. The first quarter report of new vehicle listings shows that five … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
There's never a dull moment in the car industry. And we've got the latest rundown on what's been happening. The original Mini is making a comeback in the marketplace. This prominent little car … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
If you used to enjoy driving 100km/h an hour, you might want to check your speed. Auckland Transport is rolling out a new 80km/h speed limit on state highways which immediately surround the waterview … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
The 4th generation Kia Rio wants to make a lasting impression. In 2014, the car ranked number 10 in New Zealand's small car market, number nine in 2015 and climbed up to 7th last last year. This year … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
As you get settled into your morning, we've got the rundown on some of the interesting things which have been happening in the automotive market. The Ute Market is booming at the moment. Last … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
We New Zealanders drive from all over the world. Brands from Japan, Korea, Australia and the United States are popular on our roads but that doesn't mean those are the countries where the cars are … More »
By Lianca van Oudtshoorn | | Posted in News
A unique, super-compact five-door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) that does not conform to conventional car designs is off to a bright start. Launched in New Zealand on January 28, soon after … More »