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What is my car trying to tell me?

Cars regularly break down or turn up to a workshop for a service or Warrant of Fitness (WoF) inspection and there’s a glaringly obvious problem that should first be addressed . . .

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New performance wagons

Wagons are great. They look good, they’re practical and sadly they’re a lot less common on our roads than they were a decade or two ago.

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Don't delay - renew your WoF today!

The AA is warning motorists that they could face significant delays if they wait until the Government’s November 30 deadline to renew their car’s Warrant of Fitness (WoF).

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New fuel efficient SUVs

Although the country is currently under Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, we can’t help but look forward to the summer and exploring New Zealand once again if the alert levels allow.

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New-to-market Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs)

There is no denying that there has been an increased interest in new Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and it’s not just to do with the recent introduction of the Clean . . .

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How about that spring clean?

With spring here, now is an ideal time to check over your vehicle and take stock of what impact the winter months and lockdown-reduced usage may have had.

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What is a semiconductor chip and why is there a global shortage?

In an industry reported to be the hardest hit, the automotive sector is running out of chips that help with things like in-car infotainment systems.

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A guide to diesel exhaust fluids

With vehicle emissions very much in the New Zealand spotlight currently, there’s likely to be more diesel vehicles arriving using Diesel Exhaust Fluids (DEFs), which is a liquid used to . . .

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Why changing just your car's oil isn’t enough

Often in an AA Auto Centre, you’ll hear comments along the lines of: “I don’t need a full service, just an oil and filter change will do.” But, what about . . .

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Top tips for advertising your used car

Good advertisements can really make a difference when it comes to getting the most money possible for your used car.

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