A pre-production example of the new go-fast Honda Civic Type R hatchback is on show at the carmaker’s main outlet in Auckland, there to lure potential buyers of the second shipment – because all 26 cars in the first shipment have been sold sight unseen. Honda’s dealers have snapped them up, three months before they actually land in NZ. Most dealers already hold deposits from … [Read more...] about Sold out! Honda Civic Type R buyers snap up first shipment
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‘Shocking’ diesel pollution – BMW home town Munich talks of ban
BMW’s home town Munich is looking at banning diesel vehicles from its streets because of levels of nitrogen oxide emissions described by the mayor as “shocking.” "As much as I would welcome avoiding such bans, I think it is just as unlikely that we can continue to do without bans in the future," Mayor Dieter Reiter told the city’s main newspaper. Asked about the latest … [Read more...] about ‘Shocking’ diesel pollution – BMW home town Munich talks of ban
What’s this, a Ford Ranger Raptor for Downunder market?
Ford is developing a petrol-powered Raptor version of the Ranger ute, to cash in on both the sales success of the vehicle in New Zealand and Australia and the all-American Raptor name itself. Australian media has been saying for some time that such a vehicle is under development, with the emphasis on improved ride and handling. The first pictures of a camouflaged Ranger … [Read more...] about What’s this, a Ford Ranger Raptor for Downunder market?
Porsche NZ will try and meet orders for half-million dollar 911
The people at Porsche NZ will try their best to meet demand for a half-million dollar version of the 911 Turbo S – but orders are likely to be thin on the ground anyway. “New Zealand allocation is subject to demand,” said Porsche NZ sales and marketing manager Jamie Taylor. “We will endeavour to fill what orders we can.” The car is the most powerful 911 Turbo S yet, a … [Read more...] about Porsche NZ will try and meet orders for half-million dollar 911
Peugeot’s one-tonne ute: will it be French version of Hilux?
Will French carmaker Peugeot turn to commercial vehicle partner Toyota to help it develop a four-wheel-drive one-tonne ute? No, not the vehicle pictured above. That's the Mitsubishi Huntaway, a one-off Fieldays special based on the Triton VRX. No doubt Peugeot will produce something similar for agricultural-themed events once it delivers its own ute. Peugeot CEO … [Read more...] about Peugeot’s one-tonne ute: will it be French version of Hilux?