New Zealand Motoring

MOTORING 7:23AM
Citroen's concept GT supercar on way to CRC Speedshow Kiwi supercar fans get to savour the result of a rare virtual racer-to-real car design process when the striking GT by Citroën arrives at this year’s CRC Speedshow. By Relish Communications
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MOTORING 12:07PM
CRC Speedshow to offer free seminars from automotive experts New for 2013, CRC Speedshow is introducing a free seminar series covering a range of topics of interest to automotive and motorsport enthusiasts. By Relish Communications
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MOTORING 1:25PM
Mazda and Ducati head new vehicle exhibitors for CRC Speedshow AUCKLAND CITY — Mazda and Ducati are among the first new vehicle brands to be confirmed for this year’s CRC Speedshow. By 2013 CRC Speedshow
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MOTORING 2:45PM
Studebaker, Mercury and hand-built bike among first vehicles confirmed for CRC Speedshow's new custom show A rebuilt, customised 1953 Studebaker Starlite Coupe, a radically-customised 1940 Ford Mercury custom convertible and a hand-built, copper-coloured, Harley-powered chopper called Metallic-Ah are the first vehicles to be confirmed for Castrol EDGE / Teng Tools Custom & Classic Show, the new show-within-a-show at July’s CRC Speedshow. By Relish Communications
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MOTORING 5:00PM
Teng Tools joins new custom car show at CRC Speedshow A new custom and classic car show running as part of July’s CRC Speedshow has gained the support of well-known automotive and industrial tool brand Teng Tools. By Relish Communications
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MOTORING 2:22PM
NZTA reminding riders of changes to improve motorcycle safety With summer upon us and long warm days for riding ahead, the NZ Transport Agency is reminding motorcyclists heading out on the roads these holidays of important changes to the driver licensing system introduced earlier this year. By New Zealand Transport Agency
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MOTORING 7:47PM
Five star safety leads the way to Christmas New Zealand car buyers have even more choice this festive season with the Automobile Association and the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) today releasing the latest 5-star ANCAP new car crash safety ratings. By New Zealand Transport Agency
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MOTORING 5:03PM
Turners are bringing back the classics More than 60 classic vehicles will go under the hammer at Turners this weekend in one of the largest classic car auctions in New Zealand. By Porter Novelli New Zealand
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MOTORING 1:28PM
Kiwi Road Trip at a Fraction of the Cost The all-new Holden Volt, Holden’s long-range electric vehicle, is hitting the road for the typical Kiwi road trip. By Ogilvy New Zealand
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MOTORING 2:34PM
Spring-loaded vehicle sales hint at brighter months ahead New vehicles sales figures continue to improve, with the combined passenger and commercial markets reaching the second-highest number of sales for the year. By Motor Trade Association
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MOTORING 4:04PM
Cumulative Worldwide Sales of Honda Hybrid Vehicles Reaches 1 Million Units Honda has announced that its cumulative worldwide sales of hybrid vehicles broke the 1 million mark at the end of September 2012. By Honda New Zealand Ltd
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MOTORING 12:16PM
A sports car in SUV clothing: Cayenne Turbo S with 405 kW The new Cayenne Turbo S assumes top position in the Porsche SUV range with its engine power of 405 kW (550 hp). By European Motors Limited
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MOTORING 10:17AM
Scarfie Army: A community of Dunedin student volunteers DUNEDIN — A pilot project for the establishment of an ‘army’ of Dunedin student volunteers gets underway next week, as Automotive Engineering students from Otago Polytechnic service a fleet of community vehicles free of charge. By Scarfie Army
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MOTORING 2:58PM
Safe Driving Around Heavy Vehicles MARLBOROUGH — Heavy traffic is a fact of life in our rural region. By Marlborough District Council
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MOTORING 9:41AM
World Champion Alison Shanks named as Volkswagen Olympic Ambassador Volkswagen is welcoming World Champion cyclist Alison Shanks into the family today as an official Ambassador, further cementing their commitment to supporting the New Zealand Olympic team. By Spark Activate
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MOTORING 6:40PM
NZTA urging parents to get teen drivers into safer cars NZTA Chief Executive Geoff Dangerfield said road crashes were the single biggest killer of teenagers in New Zealand, teens were over-represented in crash statistics, and a big part of the reason was the lack of safety features in the cars many teens drive. By New Zealand Transport Agency
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MOTORING 7:43AM
Expert urges caution over WOF changes The proposed changes to the WOF regulations will not help the average motorist, says the car review website dogandlemon.com Editor Clive Matthew-Wilson says: “Let’s be clear about this: these changes are being driven by car dealers and will primarily benefit car dealers.
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MOTORING 1:38AM
Cayenne S Diesel: performance and efficiency Porsche is introducing a high performance diesel model to its Cayenne range in the form of the Cayenne S Diesel. By European Motors Limited
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MOTORING 9:28PM
Motorcycling safety initiatives in force from October Changes to the graduated motorcycle licensing system, to ensure novice motorcyclists are better prepared to drive safely on the road, will come into force over the next couple of months, says Associate Transport Minister Simon Bridges. By New Zealand Transport Agency
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MOTORING 8:31PM
Wanganui apprentice takes out MTA Apprentice of the Year title WELLINGTON CITY — Wanganui automotive apprentice Zeb Walker is celebrating success after taking out the 2012 MTA Apprentice of the Year title. By Motor Trade Association
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MOTORING 7:10PM
CRC Speedshow scores star US hot rod on two wheels for 2013 AUCKLAND CITY — A 3.5-metre long custom-built chopper adorned with 24 carat gold plating is the first star attraction to be confirmed for the next CRC Speedshow taking place at the ASB Showgrounds in 2013. By 2013 CRC Speedshow
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MOTORING 2:46PM
New vehicle sales provide strongest August since 2007
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