Jeep is going to launch its Wrangler Overland range, two- and four-door models with more goodies than the standard line-up. The company says the Overland’s extra equipment – satellite navigation, internet connection, automatic headlights, and so on – will help the Wrangler to compete with soft-road rivals while retaining its off-road ability. Fiat Chrysler New … [Read more...] about Jeep drives Overland into new territory
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Women’s world car a small Ford
The winner of the Women's World Car of the Year for 2013 is the Ford Fiesta 1.0l Eco-Boost, a small hatchback powered by a turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine. The Fiesta had earlier won the economy category of the women’s awards before edging out the Mazda CX5 and the Range Rover for the grand prize. The Fiesta’s 1-litre powerplant was also chosen in separate awards as … [Read more...] about Women’s world car a small Ford
GM salutes ‘hot-rod’ Holden concept
The Holden Efijy concept that stirred emotions at the Sydney motor show in 2005 has been included among General Motors’ all-time classic automotive designs. GM design executives see the Australian-designed Efijy as an extension of the much-talked-about “emotional connection” with customers. The carmaker first talked of such a connection when it set up its global design … [Read more...] about GM salutes ‘hot-rod’ Holden concept
Former BMW chief heads motorcycle safety body
Former BMW New Zealand managing director Mark Gilbert is the new chair of the Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council. Gilbert (pictured), who retired last year after a 25-year career with the luxury German carmaker, said the role is a “natural traverse” from that of managing director. “They’re both challenging – you’re involved in every part of the organisation, you’ve got to … [Read more...] about Former BMW chief heads motorcycle safety body
Economy boosts new-vehicle sales
New car sales in New Zealand for the six months to the end of June were up just over four per cent on the same period last year, says the Motor Industry Association. The growth reflects the strong housing market in Auckland and the Christchurch rebuild, says David Crawford, the MIA’s chief executive. “With a strong New Zealand dollar and economic confidence in our two largest … [Read more...] about Economy boosts new-vehicle sales