Auto Experts Corner
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Sharper E-Class rich in talent
Richard BosselmanThe mid-life update of the Mercedes E-Class delivers a lot more than freshened facial features. Among new talents is an ability to drive itself.
June 18, 11:14 am -
Malibu out to rebuild trust
Richard BosselmanThe Malibu mid-sized sedan has landed at last. Holden sees it as a new beginning... but is it entirely?
June 17, 10:48 am -
More lux for Corolla sedan
Richard BosselmanThe just unveiled 11th generation Corolla sedan is set to go into new territory when it releases here in early 2014.
June 14, 10:24 am -
VW transmission headache growing
Richard BosselmanA recall in relation to some vaunted Volkswagen technology seems to be growing.
June 13, 9:45 am -
Pop in tune with budget buyers
Richard BosselmanA new market position brings Fiat's 500 retro city-biased charmer back to where its ancient forebear, the Bambino, enjoyed success – as a cheap, friendly choice for the cash-constrained masses.
June 11, 9:24 am -
No-frills 86 about pure fun
Richard BosselmanToyota has made the New Zealand Car of the Year the deal of the century. But buyers beware: The RC version of the Toyota 86 demands serious players.
June 10, 10:18 am -
Ranger’s wrangle no issue?
Richard BosselmanConfident their chart blitzing Ranger can withstand a television probe into reliability, Ford joins others in the motor industry pondering where the real flaws are.
June 7, 7:03 pm -
Hard Core to lift 300 from doldrums
Richard BosselmanThe last car released by the previous Chrysler distributor is the first to be ‘relaunched’ by the brand’s new representative.
June 6, 1:38 pm -
Lite X5 no NZ cert
Richard BosselmanA heavy-duty looker that’s lighter on the pocket – that’s the impetus behind a new kind of X5, one with a four-cylinder turbodiesel and even rear-drive. Sounds appealing? BMW New Zealand is canvassing opinion before committing.
June 4, 2:06 pm -
BMW art project a moving feast
Richard BosselmanA top New Zealand artist has scored two sweet rides for a touring exhibit – and left his mark on them, too!
May 31, 10:51 am -
VF out to beat the odds
Richard BosselmanIf Holden’s new Commodore fails to meet sales targets, it could mean the end of car production in Australia. So, no pressure then.
May 30, 9:52 am -
‘Family first’ VF doing the business here
Richard BosselmanHolden New Zealand boss Jeff Murray talks to Yahoo! Autos about the new VF Commodore ahead of its public release later this week.
May 28, 11:07 am -
Chinese in Quality Street
Richard BosselmanChina’s leading auto brands tend to let their vehicles speak for themselves – sometimes with mixed result. Leading importer Ateco Automotive sees better times ahead.
May 27, 10:52 am -
Ford to go, Holden hangs tough
Richard BosselmanHow ironic, yet so curiously appropriate, to be with Holden driving a car now even more vital to the future of car-building in Australia when news came through of Ford’s decision to close its manufacturing effort.
May 24, 10:24 am -
SSS sizzle charts new path
Richard BosselmanDoes 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 BosselmanDon’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 BosselmanExpect 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 BosselmanThe 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 BosselmanWhen 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 BosselmanThink ‘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
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Auto Experts Corner
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Sharper E-Class rich in talent
Richard Bosselman‘Pricing to what the market will stand’ – so often I’ve heard this line from various upscale brands...
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Malibu out to rebuild trust
Richard BosselmanWhen the car here today released to America 12 months ago, the welcome was less than effusive: The ...
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More lux for Corolla sedan
Richard BosselmanEmboldened by the success of the private sector-aimed flagship Levin ZR Corolla hatchback plus expe...
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