BMW Wins International Engine of the Year for Fourth Consecutive Year
BMW’s dominance of the annual International Engine of the Year Awards continues, with the company’s products not only securing wins in four of the eight capacity classes but also the prestigious overall title of ‘International Engine of the Year 2008’ for its 3-litre twin-turbo petrol engine.
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Passionate Brothers Making a difference for Disabled Drivers
The automotive industry often feeds off the passion of its members, whether they are petrol heads or those with a technical bent like siblings Wayne and Trevor Brocket. The Brocket brothers own and run a unique automotive operation called VAS (Vehicle Adaptation Services) which is located in Matangi, just outside Hamilton.
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From Humble Beginnings to Indy 500 Winner
Older motor racing fans will remember a quiet, cool 13-year-old winning the New Zealand Formula First championship when he was just 13, in his first season of car racing. His name, of course, was Scott Dixon. Fourteen years later, Dixon has won the world’s biggest race, the Indianapolis 500, and won it convincingly.
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Truck Batteries even the Grunty ones need care
Truck onboard electronics are becoming progressively more advanced, and so are the available starter batteries. However, truck drivers often have batteries of choice - and the majority of Kenworth drivers prefer Optima, says Southpac National Training Manager, Jon Mitchell.
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Heavy Metal Rules
Innovations in battery technology mean more variety on the shelves for consumers, Consumers however, often call upon automotive workshop personnel for information on how new generation batteries work and advice about what to look for when choosing a battery. Jenny Baker reports.
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Stocks introduces new 4WD shock absorber range
A new range of KYB shock absorbers tailored to four-wheel-drive vehicles has been released in New Zealand by STOCKS.
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