Vehicles

2017 Car Servicing Chains

Posted by November 16th 2018

   Oil Changers are slick when it comes to customer serviceRegular car services can stop minor issues becoming major problemsWhat we want from our car serviceAdvice received – We’re not a nation of car mechanics so a little bit of advice on how to maintain...


2017 Car Tyres

Posted by August 28th 2018

   Bridgestone accelerate into top spotTyre TreadTyre pressureTyre changing tipsBuy tyres in pairs:A car needs to be stable with four good points of contact – a vehicle with unevenly worn car tyres on the same axle will be imbalanced and have reduced traction and control....


2017 New Car Brands

Posted by July 4th 2018

   Suzuki sweeps the boardWhat people rate about their new carA few additional extras to think about…..Ongoing costs such as servicing (European and American models tend to be more expensive than Asian). It’s a given that you should have it with a new car but get...


2017 Service Stations

Posted by June 25th 2018

   Challenge rises…..Fuel Prices in NZFuel excise and Emission Trading Scheme levy – 35% Importer margin – 22% GST – 13% Shipping – 2%Less than $100 – 33% $100 – $249 – 52% $250 – $500 – 14% More than $500 – 2%Electric Cars in NZ