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SSS sizzle charts new path
Richard Bosselman
Does a laidback transmission designed for ease of use and economy sit comfortably in a relatively honed performance model? We’re about to find out.
May 23, 9:24 am
Ford NZ taking baby steps
Richard Bosselman
Don’t misread the ‘Eco’ part of the name given Ford’s entry into the exciting compact sports utility sector – EcoBoost engine technology isn’t part of the deal when the EcoSport lands in 2014.
May 21, 8:43 am
High ambition fuels Fiat-Chrysler drive
Richard Bosselman
Expect to see more of the Fiat and Chrysler family brands – and more cars on the road, too, even though the new distribution effort won’t hit top gear until 2014.
May 20, 10:10 am
Kiwis keen on HSV’s brawn leader
Richard Bosselman
The latest Holden Special Vehicles’ menu reads like this – tasty entrée dishes in early July, dauntingly big, meaty and potentially somewhat raw main course in October.
May 17, 12:55 pm
Audi sticking with A plan
Richard Bosselman
When the Golf is increasingly being viewed as a cheaper kind of A3, Audi has to work hard to convince their pricier car is truly more premium.
May 16, 12:41 pm
From Kiwi gravel to ultimate high
Richard Bosselman
Think ‘Pikes Peak’ and ‘Kiwi hero’ and you’ll naturally think of a Millen, Rhys or Rod. Or maybe this guy.
May 14, 12:20 pm
VF price cuts not for NZ
Richard Bosselman
In Australia, prices have been slashed, in some instances by thousands of dollars. In New Zealand? No deal. The incoming VF Commodore will cost the same as the outgoing VE. Holden here says we’re winners nonetheless.
May 13, 12:28 pm
New Accord – big step treading softly
Richard Bosselman
Honda reckons it has the measure of most competitors with its new Accord, yet there’s no intention to rock the boat too vigorously.
May 10, 9:58 am
Full-bore start to IS sales charge
Richard Bosselman
Six derivatives chasing three times last year’s sales volume – that’s the game plan for the close-to-launch new Lexus IS sedan.
May 9, 10:44 am
911 Turbo raises performance stakes
Richard Bosselman
The latest 911 Turbo gets rear wheel steering and a 412kW engine. Oh, and it's a bit less thirsty.
May 7, 11:05 am
Sharp looks now, sports sizzle to come
Richard Bosselman
Those who think Kia’s trademark sporty styling demands more spirited performance might soon be satisfied.
May 6, 12:01 pm
Auto oiler Outback not yet up to pace
Richard Bosselman
A diesel automatic for the Subaru Outback is a long-awaited update that should fire up sales. So why is the distributor still concerned enough to seek a special favour from Japan?
May 3, 11:45 am
Hotshot oiler a fire starter
Richard Bosselman
RS, S and Q – Kiwi Audi-philes will be delighted to know that the next five years will deliver massive momentum for their favourite badges.
May 2, 9:13 am
China's next best things?
Richard Bosselman
The 'import' cars have taken the limelight at the Shanghai motor show, but it's the multitude of homegrown mystery machines with export potential that we should be looking out for.
April 30, 8:05 am
Venerable history-maker rolls back the years
Richard Bosselman
The Shanghai motor show has put the spotlight on a world-famous Rolls Royce with a Kiwi connection that Yahoo! Autos is especially familiar with.
April 29, 7:55 am
Ford favourite on power trip
Richard Bosselman
The Mondeo family is set to get another high-power flagship, we're back in line for Ford's smallest soft-roader, the EcoSport, and... oh yes, the Fiesta ST has landed, but has yet to be unleashed.
April 26, 12:48 pm
Baby Merc earmarked for NZ debut
Richard Bosselman
A just-revealed baby Benz soft-roader is born to run on New Zealand soil, the brand has confirmed.
April 23, 1:01 pm
A3 sedan hatched and here next year
Richard Bosselman
New Zealand will be among countries testing Audi's theory that small upmarket sedans are set for a comeback.
April 22, 12:32 pm
Freemont set to start at Journey’s end?
Richard Bosselman
More than a change of name and badge will likely result if New Zealand’s favourite American passenger car transforms into a Fiat.
April 19, 10:37 am
Sharper-clawed Kuga set to pounce
Richard Bosselman
The old Kuga was just a taster – the new, second-generation model is the real deal. Ford NZ is pulling out all the stops to claim a significant slice of the sports utility sales pie with this impressive car.
April 18, 10:18 am

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Auto Experts Corner

SSS sizzle charts new path
Richard Bosselman
When Nissan was last in the hot hatch market, its Pulsar SSS was true to type – a manual model with...
Ford NZ taking baby steps
Richard Bosselman
A colleague who went to India last week to drive the EcoSport, a Fiesta-based small sports utility ...
High ambition fuels Fiat-Chrysler drive
Richard Bosselman
The surprise reprieve from Detroit death row of a Kiwi family favourite is a relief for the new dis...