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Electric ute a breath of fresh air
Based on the Toyota Landcruiser 70, the all-electirc ZED 70 is engineered for harsh climates. While hybrid and electric vehicles are in the news every week, particularly in the saloon and SUV sectors,...
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Roomy RAM offers V8 power
Having arrived in New Zealand in 2019, the journey for the RAM 1500 continues in 2020 with the introduction of the all-new Express Crew V8 Hemi. Sitting one step above the entry 1500 Express Quad and...
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The last of the Sports Cats
The launch of the Series 2 HSV SportsCat was an endorsement of the risky decision to take the performance brand into the crowded high-end ute market. Buyers of flash utes are spoilt for choice and...
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Holden to bite the dust
A few weeks ago, it told us – with a poker face – that utes and SUVs were the future. However, last week, Holden put its cards on the table, telling us it’s folding by the end of 2021 in both New...
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FX4 rejoins Ranger line-up
The latest addition to the long running Ford Ranger line-up, is the return of the FX4. The FX4 now comes with the Bi-Turbo powertrain as standard, bringing customers a unique Ranger that combines...
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Workhorse gets makeover
Like many of Toyota’s product ranges, the Hiace series has a history that dates back five decades. The arrival of its fifth series in 2019, sees the hardy workhorse being radically reworked for the...
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Holden on the road for summer
In a move to demonstrate the capability of its vehicles, Holden recently put the talk to one side and ‘walked the walk’. Holden showed this off in an innovative towing event to showcase the...
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Navara’s mid-life make over
Midway through its product life cycle the Nissan Navara has had a cosmetic makeover and some upgraded technology. A smart blackout trim package includes the headlight and fog light surrounds, door...
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Colorado gets enhanced content
The Holden Colorado Z71 will be seen with new features when the 2020 model arrives at dealerships in November. These will include wheel-arch fender flares, a new black grille, underbody protection,...
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New entry level model for Hilux
Toyota New Zealand has broadened its Hilux range with a new entry level two-wheel drive, the WorkMate, aimed at buyers looking for affordability and Toyota reliability. Replacing the ‘S’ grade as the...
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New wagon a little different
Subaru's latest SUV offering fills a need for drivers looking for something smaller and a little more potent than your average. The 2020 Levorg 2.0 GT-S, successor to the much missed Legacy GTB wagon,...
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Hilux ups the ante on safety
Toyota has raised the safety benchmark at grassroots level by introducing its Toyota Safety Sense Package on its hugely popular Hilux. All its New Zealand new vehicle offerings will now have high-spec...
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Tourer – a practical family car
The new Holden Tourer may be just the ticket for Kiwi families wanting to go on adventures. For three hours the torrential rain didn’t let up. Not the ideal start for a family trip to Taupo but perfect...
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Hilux upgrade scores well
In its first test in 2015 the eighth generation Toyota Hilux gained a 5-star ANCAP rating. It was recently re-submitted for testing against the more stringent 2019 criteria and the venerable ute again...
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Holden ups the ante with latest Colarado ute
The latest Holden Colorado Z71 comes pretty close to perfection. Sometimes a vehicle feels right, either because it drives well, is comfortable or the controls fall easily to hand. If you’re very...
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Pajero Sport refreshed for 2020
Mitsubishi has released details of its new Pajero Sport SUV scheduled to arrive here late in 2019. This is an important part of the company’s offering, scoring 77,000 sales globally in 2018. The new...
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Yank tank makes it hard to go back
Once you go large it’s hard to go back to regular, goes the old saying. Like the time this reviewer recently spent with a RAM 1500 truck, then a week later he was back in a humble ute. Dubbed the...
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It’s a family affair
How does the Aussie Holden SUV range handle the modern Kiwi family lifestyle? We found out... Time was when a Holden Kingswood was a staple car for the larger New Zealand family. Ours was a dark green...
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Feisty Vitara right on the mark
Just why is the Suzuki Vitara so popular in New Zealand? Mark Daniel found out as he test drove the new 2019 2WD turbo. My daily drive is a seven-seat SUV so I’m always prepared for disappointment when...
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Colorado concept huge at Fieldays and beyond
With saloon cars fading on buyers’ radar, Holden is confirming its focus on the ute and SUV market. The company chose the National Fieldays to reveal its home-grown concept -- the mighty Colorado ROX....
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