Mike Stock
Renault adding electric and hydrogen vans
By the end of this year, Renault will be marketing two new zero-emissions vans globally, one electric the other hydrogen-fuelled. The new Kangoo Van E-TECH Electric city van…
Recall for 2019/19 Fortuners and Hiluxes
Toyota New Zealand is recalling 3184 Hilux utes and Fortuner SUVs to rectify a potential brake booster assembly problem. The affected models are Hilux and Fortuners…
Sprinter celebrates 25 years on the job
For 25 years Mercedes-Benz’s Sprinter has been a large European large cargo van segment pace-setter, and to mark that anniversary, we’re sampling the latest version. It’s…
Toyota hits sweet spot with new Hilux
Toyota’s new Hilux is striking a chord with New Zealand ute buyers, with more than 1900 sold in its first four weeks on the market. The…
GWM promises competitive ute pricing
Prices for GWM New Zealand's new Cannon ute range start at $29,990 form the rear-wheel drive Dual Cab 4x2 with a 2.0 litre manual. GWM utes…
New Isuzu D-Max a more refined tough guy
A new turbodiesel motor, a new range-topping model, and safety and technology enhancements across the range are features of the third generation D-Max which is now…
Flagship VINZ testing station opens in Canterbury
VINZ has opened a state-of-the-art vehicle testing station at Rolleston south of Christchurch. VINZ chief executive Sean Stevens says the site at 47 Link Drive offers…
Book now for expired WoF checks says MTA while slamming Government inaction
Owners of vehicles with temporary WoF extensions expiring on October 10 need to organise checks now but have to be realistic about how quickly their vehicle…
Mazda remains coy about BT-50 arrival date
Mazda is still to announce a date for the New Zealand introduction of the all-new BT-50 ute, and won’t reveal details of the range or indicative…
New law aims to cut fuel prices
A more competitive market and lower fuel prices will result from the Fuel Industry Bill passed into law overnight by Parliament, says energy and resources minister…