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In this issue Vehicle emissions p10 Worldwide airbag recall p12 Fears over WOF change p14 Clyde Campbell on cars back on agenda p16 Review of IMVIA funding ir quality in New Zealand This drop was attributed to by the incomplete burning of various p18 Blue oval gets green win is improving even though technological advances in vehicles fuels, fell by 39 per cent. mileage is increasing, but and fuels but in peak-traffic spots, Nitrogen oxides (NOx) were down p20 Senior NZTA staff move Athe government recognises areas pollutants – such as high levels 36 per cent but “pollutants from of concern remain. of nitrogen and benzene – are on-road transport continue to be an The Ministry for the ongoing issues. issue, with high NOx and benzene Environment (MfE) has worked Key pollutants from vehicles levels in some peak-traffic locations”. with the Department of Statistics were estimated to have dropped Internationally, there are to generate models that estimate over that period. growing concerns about increasing changes to particulate and harmful “The decrease in estimated NOx emissions from diesel vehicles pollutant levels. emissions occurred despite an and it appears some technology There was an estimated 11 per cent increase in vehicle to reduce them isn’t functioning Specialised training reduction of on-road transport kilometres travelled,” states the as well in the real world as under to increase emissions between 2001 and 2012 2014 Air Domain Report. laboratory conditions. your sales from 25-49 per cent across a range The document shows levels of The trend has been seen here Find out more on Page 7 of pollutants. carbon monoxide, which is produced and a report titled “Are harmful [continued on page 4] Holden looks Industry faces high-tech issues to Europe for adio spectrums and It has been developed by driver assistance, vehicle monitoring models global navigation satellite the Ministry of Transport (MoT) and integrated ticketing. systems (GNSS) are among following public consultation late But how many work – especially theR big issues to be overcome last year. Co-operative Intelligent Transport when rolling out intelligent The document identifies Systems (C-ITS), which allow transportation systems (ITS). what’s needed to advance ITS, vehicles and infrastructure to The government has launched which use sensors, computers and “talk” to each other – centre an ITS technology action plan, communications in vehicles and on resolving issues with which aims to make transport infrastructure, such as roads. communications and satellites. safer and more efficient over the The technology also includes There is uncertainty around p19 next four years. traffic control systems, advanced radio spectrum allocation and the [continued on page 7]

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[continued from page 1] Improved standards clear air emissions from New Zealand’s light-duty vehicle fleet improving – May 2011” found NOx emissions improvements may have levelled, “As the number especially from diesel cars. The Ministry of Transport (MoT) of vehicles says this is of concern with many urban areas showing steady or rising with Euro 4 levels of ambient nitrogen dioxide. This year, it plans to research and 5 standards what policies have been implemented in other countries increase, above emissions standards and whether they can be applied cost- emissions will effectively here. decrease.” Policies that may be – David Crawford, MIA investigated include retrofitting particulate filters to diesel vehicles or requirements to use low- Particulate matter between Prolonged exposure to from on-road transport will emission fuels. 2.5 and 10 micrometres in size particulate matter can cause continue to cause problems in The MoT recognises local (PM10) was estimated to be down coughing, wheezing, aggravated some urban centres, especially measures – especially around 25 per cent. These particles cause asthma, premature death in people over winter. improved traffic flows – will also less severe health effects than with existing heart or lung diseases “Christchurch and Auckland are cut emissions. PM2.5, which fell by 26 per cent. and lung damage, including where the problem of air quality decreased organ function and is greatest,” he told Autofile. “In respiratory disease. conjunction with household and “Air is improving over the long industrial emissions, transport term and most locations have emissions can cause issues. TAKE CONTROL good air quality most of the time,” “As the number of vehicles with reports the MfE. “Most issues are Euro 4 and 5 standards increase, with Dealer Dashboard from home heating, but some high- the rate of harmful emissions from traffic sites have occasional issues.” our fleet will decrease.”  Never be caught out with vehicles Volatile organic compounds, The MIA is pleased to see in your Trader Network such as benzene, were estimated to improved air quality, which have decreased by 49 per cent. is a direct benefit from clean  Quickly view graphs of vehicle age Motor vehicles and home technologies in new vehicles. and time in stock heating are main sources of Transport is a key contributor  At a glance view your current benzene emissions, as well as some to living standards and new cars, trader network vehicles industrial activities. Benzene can which are safer and cleaner, play an harm the nervous system and is important part.  Tag vehicles for urgent attention associated with cancer. “The importation of old used In 2012, annual benzene vehicles with poorer emission concentrations in one peak site standards frustrates this outcome,” close to busy roads in Auckland says Crawford. exceeded health-based ambient “The MIA is calling on the air-quality guidelines. government to impose an eight- “Responsibility for meeting year rolling-age ban in conjunction standards on local air quality lies with its standards-based approach mainly with local authorities,” says to control the flow of old unclean the MfE. “Auckland Council would cars coming in.” be responsible for addressing issues David Vinsen, chief executive in its area.” of the Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (IMVIA), is CAR INDUSTRY VIEWS pleased air quality is improving David Crawford, chief executive because it means the exhaust ph 0800 668 679 officer of the Motor Industry emission rule – among other www.motorweb.co.nz Association (MIA), says pollutants measures – is starting to work. 

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At a glance The Ministry for the Environment produces the national environmental standard on air quality, which limits emissions The Ministry with some linked to transport. of Transport says policies Meeting air-quality standards is largely the brought in since the responsibility of local authorities. first Vehicle Exhaust Emissions Rule in 2003 are Transport emissions are managed through the having a “positive effect” Ministry of Transport and NZTA. The Vehicle Exhaust Emissions Rule aims to 12 three to six sites close to state reduce the levels of harmful emissions. highways and busy local roads And the Ministry of Business were likely to exceed its guidelines Innovation and Employment with many expected to have high oversees fuel quality. concentrations. In 2012, all 15 regional council and unitary authority monitoring t “That needs to be accelerated to increases in some pollutants information on whether pollutants sites that can be compared to get older, less clean vehicles out in Europe and concludes New are above appropriate levels. directly to guidelines met the of the fleet,” he says. Zealand’s emission rules, which Using different guidelines WHO’s long-term goals and “It’s not the cars coming in that restrict older and more polluting provides comparisons for a wider national short-term standards for are of concern, it’s those currently vehicles crossing the border, have range of pollutants and time periods. nitrogen dioxide. here that are less safe and less also boosted air quality. In 2012, the monitoring of The findings are based on the environmentally friendly.” Hybrid and electric vehicles NOx indicated the World Health NZTA’s monitoring network. This Vinsen sees the dilemma as (EVs) are thought to be having little Organisation’s (WHO) long-term uses a screening method that being that every time government impact on air quality. guideline was met at 98 per cent of provides a good indication of NOx talks about cleaner vehicles, The MoT reports that in 2013 monitoring sites – or 121 out of 124. concentrations. It doesn’t enable the industry talks about cutting there were about 200 electric cars, However, each year from 2010- these to be used to see if the WHO’s congestion. 80 electric trolley buses and 8,800 [continued on page 6] “If you’re serious about hybrid vehicles in the fleet. improving air quality, you need to “At a little over one-quarter reduce congestion by getting rid of one per cent of the fleet, we of traffic lights, introducing traffic wouldn’t expect them to be islands, ring roads, improving significant but every bit helps.” public transport and those things. The MoT was involved in the “The government is working original advisory group that on these issues and improved decided useful indicators for the FROM JAPAN TO air quality will be a positive side Air Domain Report. It provided benefit of reduced congestion.” some raw data but wasn’t involved ‘YARD READY’ The MoT is satisfied with the in any modelling or review. Air Domain Report’s findings. “The “The report provides IN NEW ZEALAND approach of implementing tighter independent evidence that - or anything in between emissions standards is in line with policies implemented since the practices in other countries and first Vehicle Exhaust Emissions improving the quality of our fuels Rule in 2003 are having a positive AUTOTERMINAL AUTOTERMINAL SERVICES IN is working.” effect on levels of harmful SERVICES IN JAPAN NEW ZEALAND From international evidence, emissions,” it states. THROUGH technology is likely to be the main “However, there’s still a < Purchasing > 257 WORKSHOPS way of cutting pollutants from significant level of pollution. This < Auction services > < Inspection services > < Full compliance > the petrol fleet, while “reductions means we need to continue to < Repair certifi cation > in maximum permissible sulphur investigate options to reduce < Full shipping services > (as required) < Mechanical servicing > levels in diesel have been more vehicle emissions, especially in < Panel and paint > important for reducing emissions Auckland where they are the most < Grooming > from diesel vehicles”. important source of pollution.” Sulphur in diesel contributes to pollutants, especially PM10, so GUIDELINES AND DATA cutting its levels reduces pollution Monitoring in New Zealand is from all vehicles and not just those carried out at a mixture of peak with new technology. and non-peak sites. The MoT also suggests more The MfE compares data to 257 WORKSHOP www.autoterminal.com  diesel vehicles on roads have led guidelines or standards and provides

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[continued from page 5] Action with greener engines long-term guideline is exceeded. monoxide occurred at 20 sites, MARQUES JOIN FORCES develop technology to cut diesel Three regional councils and and 17 of the 20 locations had Car manufacturers in Japan have engine carbon-dioxide emissions one unitary authority also monitor concentrations less than half the made significant changes to by 30 per cent from 2010 levels. NOx and did so before 2010, and national standard. vehicles to reduce the emissions. The plan is to adapt technology methods used can be compared None of the nine sites Eight marques there have come for commercial use in diesel with the same WHO guideline. monitoring sulphur dioxide together to develop greener engines and petrol-powered vehicles to From 2006-12, average PM10 concentrations at monitoring sites decreased by eight per cent in cities, 11 per cent in medium-sized towns “It’s not the vehicles coming in that and 19 per cent in small towns. Average PM10 concentrations are of concern. Those here are less were higher in the South Island than the North Island. These environmentally friendly.” reflect more wood and coal being – David Vinsen, chief executive of the IMVIA used for heating homes, and relatively settled winter conditions breached the short-term, or one- to compete with overseas rivals. create a competitive edge over meaning less dispersion. hour, national standard in 2012. The University of Tokyo and European marques and help meet PM10 concentrations were Of these, three peak sites Waseda University will join Toyota, international regulations. lower in every city in 2012 than a exceeded the WHO short-term – or Honda, Nissan, Suzuki, Mazda, Growing demand for EVs isn’t decade before. daily – guideline for sulphur dioxide, Mitsubishi, Daihatsu and Fuji Heavy expected to outstrip the dominance In 2012, no breaches of the but have large emissions from in the project. of the internal combustion engines national standard for carbon industrial or shipping activities. By 2020, the group plans to for the time being. Electrical systems’ roll-out delayed

udi and BMW are These include a corporate launching 48-volt average fuel-economy level in architectures next year, but the US of 23.17km/l by 2025, the deploymentA delays and combustion European Union’s aim to lower engine advancements mean carbon-dioxide emissions to 68- demand is a long-term proposition. 78g/km by 2025, and a worldwide- More energy can be harmonised light-vehicles recuperated when braking with procedure may soon replace less 48V mild hybrid powertrains than realistic tests. existing 12V stop-start systems. Tougher rules and making mild Demand is expected to reach hybrid powertrains more cost 1.2 million units by 2020, but could effective and desirable to buyers grow to 2.7 million if other marques have led to more interest in 48 adopt 48V systems as more stringent volts – globally and in high-volume mandates are legislated or proposed. compact models.

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[continued from page 1] Plan for technology of the future government is likely to lay down Zealand with equipment that will what frequency is used. Sensors Stored information not work because it relies on other Vehicles Maps Although similar in concept to technology that isn’t present,” the Infrastructure Databases internet wireless connections, C-ITS Users Historic information action plan states. will be faster and more secure. “If vehicles contain technology This means allocating spectrum Communications not permitted, it may have to to ensure sensors in advanced be decommissioned rendering driver-assistance systems – and Computer processing vehicles ‘unintelligent’ and little eventually autonomous cars – do capacity better than current vehicles. not cause interference and aren’t “Of more concern, technology Communications subject to it. may be subject to potentially Communication between C-ITS User interface Control systems dangerous interference from other vehicles and infrastructure will Input and output devices Infrastructure (eg signals) users if left active. depend on international standards (smartphone, screens, for example) Vehicles (such as braking systems) “Australia has proposed – and Japan, the US and European adopting the 5.9GHz range Union (EU) are planning to use Intelligent transportation systems result in information, data, communication and sensor allocated in the EU for C-ITS. different parts of the radio spectrum. technologies being applied to cars, infrastructure and operating systems “Most new vehicles offered in As vehicles in a fleet should Innovation and Employment (MBIE) However, it has been allocated for this country are built to Australian operate to the same standard, New has yet to formally reserve 5.9GHz, public use, such as cordless phones or European standards, so there’s Zealand will need to select one range. but it’s available with demand and wireless modems. This means it good reason for New Zealand to The proposed allocation for C-ITS being monitored. cannot be reserved for transport and adopt the same range as Australia.” vehicles in the US, EU and Japan fall The 5.8GHz range being used be protected from interference. in the 5.8 and 5.9GHz range. in Japanese vehicles can be legally “Diverging standards could AFFECT ON USED IMPORTS The Ministry for Business, adopted in New Zealand. lead to vehicles entering New The government recognises [continued on page 8]

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[continued from page 7] Accurate positioning essential choosing a radio frequency now  Inter-operability – the ability may limit options for importing of systems to work using data used vehicles from Japan. from more than one source. But it says an indication  Timeliness – delivering data to is needed to allow planning systems to ensure they operate by importers and potential properly. infrastructure providers. “Australian standards are usually Mapping and location data in New The red car is using radar or other sensors European standards, but may have to detect the front vehicle. Adaptive cruise Zealand is accurate enough for different implementation dates,” control maintains a safe distance from the navigation systems to determine a blue car. If the green car pulls into its lane, says the report. the red car will drop back vehicle’s position on a map. “Because used Japanese However, it’s not good enough vehicles are generally not imported on frequencies and standards. for New Zealand than other to represent road geometry and until seven or eight years old, Other frequencies also need countries where most vehicles are identify the lane a car is in. there will be time to consider allocating. Radar technologies built to one jurisdiction’s standard. GNSS may be unsuitable for compatibility issues. used by, among others, If there is a difference, devices emerging safety and fuel-efficiency “There’s also an expectation of emergency braking systems are should be “sufficiently smart” to applications that need precise a solution to the issue of divergent expected to operate in the 79GHz know where they are and adapt. locations, although reliability and standards by the time importation range and overseas standards for Most cellphones, for example, now accuracy can be improved by real- of Japanese C-ITS-equipped interference-free radar have yet to work in many countries without time services. vehicles is common.” be finalised. having changes made. Corrections are calculated from The MBIE will allocate Incompatibility between ITS There will be a role for the reference stations, such as the radio spectrum for ITS when standards – especially C-ITS – is government to work through Land Information NZ’s PositioNZ international agreement is reached likely to have greater implications overseas forums to promote network, and transmitted to users compatibility between countries. via terrestrial or satellite systems. In addition to standards, other Real-time positioning has technical aspects relating to ITS been implemented that provides may need government guidance augmentation from space or land- or rules. based transmissions. An ITS leadership forum being But to be economically viable, set up will identify other issues that deploying a satellite-based system may impact on systems here. to achieve this would probably The MoT will also work with need to be done in co-operation ITS New Zealand on international with Australia. standards, while transport agencies Because GNSS signals are will look into compatibility with a weak compared to other radio wide range of systems here. transmissions and satellites, they aren’t always visible because CAR POSITIONING SYSTEMS of tall buildings or mountains. Accurate real-time positioning is a Without being bolstered, they can key requirement of many ITS with also be jammed. applications having requirements The government is considering not always available through mass- investing in a real-time Trans Future 6 Voyage 72 market global navigation satellite positioning service to support ITS Osaka 30 Jun, nagoya 1 Jul, kawasaki 5 Jul, systems (GNSS). and non-ITS uses. Auckland 23 Jul, lyttelton 25 Jul, wellington 27 Jul, nelson 28 Jul This is likely to cause problems in New Zealand because of safety REVIEWING RULE BOOKS Trans Future 7 Voyage 72 parameters. These are: The MoT and NZTA are developing Osaka 14 Jul, nagoya 15 Jul, kawasaki 19 Jul,  Accuracy – the closeness of a vehicle standards map as part of Auckland 7 Aug, lyttelton 9 Aug, wellington 11 Aug, nelson 12 Aug measurements. For example, in the Safer Journeys Action Plan for relation to cars’ true positions. 2013-15. Trans Future 5 Voyage 76  Integrity – level of trust in the This will identify technologies navigation system. that could improve safety or 28 Jul, 29 Jul, 2 Aug, Osaka nagoya kawasaki  Continuity – data reliability. efficiency, such as autonomous Auckland 20 Aug, lyttelton 22 Aug, wellington 24 Aug, nelson 25 Aug  Availability – the likelihood emergency braking. of parameters meeting ITS When possible, the document requirements. will indicate systems the 

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t government may encourage by relevant standards and a advertising, incentives or legislation. competent person can take control The MoT and its agencies will of them if required. now scan legislation to identify However, regulations around barriers to deploying ITS. testing vehicles when drivers aren’t This work will consider the present will be clarified. need to review laws because of the The government is proposing increasing introduction of advanced to develop a land transport rule to driver-assistance systems and semi- manage testing and bring controls autonomous vehicles. into one document. Internationally, consideration TECHNOLOGY TEST-BED is being given to what laws will The government intends to build be needed to drive autonomous on New Zealand’s vehicles, especially to reputation as a determine accident Matthew Newman, good place for liability. Chief Executive, South Auckland Motors international The government (Ford&Mazda) and companies to carry will monitor Steve Owens, CEO out large-scale or developments Provident Insurance long-term testing. overseas and draw on For instance, them when progress in the 1980s is made and when “Earned our loyalty. banks trialled and it’s clearer these cars rolled out Eftpos will be commercially payments. “Vehicles available. And our business.” More recently, New Zealand has may be The BEEHIVE’s view been used to test new so well- The government says “Why did I switch to Provident? I know vehicles and there’s ITS are becoming that Provident are full of integrity with a winter testing equipped integral to transport. Steve Owens at the helm. facility in the South “Some technologies Island that’s used they are will be acquired by It’s not just about the dollars. Steve’s word is his during the northern almost government,” says Gerry bond. He’ll go the extra mile for the dealer client hemisphere’s Brownlee, Minister of and the customer. summer. impossible Transport. With a view to “Others, such as His support goes above and beyond which is why they’ve earned our loyalty. facilitate testing here, to crash.” vehicle monitoring the government is – Gerry Brownlee systems, will be used Steve’s F&I training set the bench mark for the seeing if any laws by consumers, and industry, and we welcome this level of training need changing. others by companies using supply- which ultimately benefits the business. No specific legislation enables chain systems to manage freight In this business, when you’re talking finance, it’s as testing vehicles equipped with and vehicles.” competitive as it’s ever been. Your customer will experimental ITS but the NZTA has He sees the government’s role often have an established relationship with another enough powers to put conditions as setting standards and ensuring supplier. The ‘trusted financial advisor’ relationship on this to ensure public safety. open technology markets. is a strong feature of what Steve’s F&I training It’s legal to test driverless “We are likely to see new brings to the table. The interpersonal skills are key, cars on public roads if they meet applications. Vehicles may be so and part of the training.” well-equipped they are almost impossible to crash. – MATTHEW NEWMAN, Dealer Principal/Chief Executive, More with “We are well-placed to South Auckland Motors (Ford and Mazda) capitalise on ITS benefits and Autofile Online New Zealand has a history Find out more about examples of ITS online of being early adopters of at www.autofile.co.nz – including autonomous cars and advanced driver systems. technology. Other website stories look into what future “The government needs standards are needed for the likes of geospatial to provide strategic direction mapping used in the automotive and and priorities. This will shipping industries. include identifying what We also look at the government’s barriers exist to new perceived role in ITS and more of its To find out more visit www.providentinsurance.co.nz planned actions, including on- technologies and how the  road enforcement. government can minimise them.” MotorCover is marketed exclusively by Provident Insurance Authorised Dealers.

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azda, Nissan and Honda affected, but has yet to confirm He is unable to confirm a trying its best to obtain the parts as are among the latest how many. timeframe for remedial work quickly as possible.” marques to issue global They include NZ-new Mazda connected with the recall to be Honda is recalling about two Mrecalls because of potentially 6s – as well as RX-8 and Atenza completed because marques million units globally because of explosive airbags in cars. used imports – built from 2002-06. around the world are trying to their airbags – and 5,856 in New The number of new vehicles They may be affected by defective secure replacement airbags. Zealand are affected. and used imports sold in New Zealand being called back due to faulty systems supplied by Japanese corporation Takata “Based on information received from is now breaking through the 10,000-barrier. Takata in June, Nissan is adding vehicles The recalls cover passenger and driver-side airbags made by the not included in a 2013 global recall” world’s second-biggest car safety – John Manley, managing director, Nissan NZ parts company. The global total of about 10.5 airbags that could send shrapnel “Obtaining them is going to Bryan Davis, national service million units over five years means flying from exploding inflators. be a challenge,” he says. “That’s manager, says all owners concerned it’s one of the biggest recalls in “All of our dealers are involved being co-ordinated by Mazda will be sent a letter immediately. the industry’s history, while other in every recall and we send out a Motor Corporation in Asia, which “All of the affected vehicles marques affected include BMW, comprehensive service bulletin will organise the parts and then require replacement passenger Chrysler, Ford and Toyota. to provide the details,” says John dispatch them. airbag inflators,” he told Autofile. Mazda New Zealand says some Van Der Velden, national service “We’re not privy to what the The models affected are the models sold on our shores are manager of Mazda NZ. company is negotiating, but it is 2003 Accord and the CRV, and the Be alert for thieves to urglars have been targeting keys in cars and ensure keys are UK NZ unregistered cars and vehicle kept somewhere secure. SPECIALISED DOOR TO DOOR keys in Auckland – with the Malcolm Yorston, the IMVIA’s VEHICLE SHIPPING SERVICE Bmost recent raid taking place in technical services and membership Church Street, Penrose, on June 6. manager, told Autofile: “In the latest We can provide: The Imported Motor Vehicle incident, one car was stolen. Industry Association (IMVIA) “When staff checked the UK Inland VAT is advising dealers and other inventory, they also found some Transport returns businesses to complete security car keys had gone missing. audits of premises. “We had problems with this Shipping Marine (weekly departures) Insurance It says measures to consider sort of thing a few years back, so are protection bollards, alarms, we just want to give everyone the Full Customs Foreign security cameras, inventory and heads-up about it. It’s important & MAF Clearance Currency stock control, and insurance. for people to be vigilant and keep Local NZ Vehicle Traders should avoid leaving security up to date.” Delivery Compliance

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Civic and Jazz built between 2002 “In every case, the remedy is free we share knowledge more easily, some high-humidity regions. and 2003. and at minimal inconvenience,” says recalls will remain a fact of life for Takata’s chief executive officer, Nissan has 2,308 vehicles made Spencer Morris, general manager of every car manufacturer.” Shigehisa Takada, and its chief from 2001-03 on New Zealand customer services at Toyota NZ. BMW NZ launched a recall last operating officer, Stefan Stocker, roads affected, including the N16 “We work with customers month to replace the front passenger say the company is working with Pulsar, D22 Navara, Y61 Patrol, T30 to have work undertaken at a airbags of its 3 Series models made safety regulators and car makers. X-Trail and A33 Maxima. dealership that suits them and at a from 1998 to 2005, of which there “We will aim to strengthen “Based on new information time that suits them.” are about 350 in this country. quality control and work to prevent received from Takata in June, Nissan Morris told Autofile the marque problems happening again.” is adding vehicles not included in a has the largest dealership network in YEAR OF THE RECALL Among previous large-scale 2013 global recall,” says John Manley, New Zealand, so it’s confident staff This year is a record-breaking one recalls, about 14m Fords were managing director of Nissan NZ. can manage recalls without placing for recalls with more than 39.85m affected over a decade to 2009 Toyota says its recall update of added pressure on its supply chain. units called back. The previous because of faulty cruise-control June 11 – first reported by www. “People appreciate us having a highest total was 33m in 2004. deactivation switches. autofile.co.nz – affects about 5,400 thorough approach to safety,” he says. The global total is likely to From 2009, Toyota recalled NZ-new units, or around 3,000 “While any recall is inconvenient, grow further with Takata willing more than nine million units for fewer than first thought. taking care of customers is the right to support marques – including unintended acceleration and, in The Avensis, Corolla and course of action. Honda, Toyota, Chrysler and Ford – 2012, it called back about 7.4m Picnic built between 2000 and “As vehicles become more in replacing certain airbag inflators vehicles to repair power-window 2005 are involved. technologically advanced and, as it made for 2000-07 vehicles in switches. Leaf gets $30k price cut issan NZ has slashed offer no subsidies on plug-in EVs. $30,000 off the price The UK has an up-front grant of of its Leaf as part of its about NZ$10,000. The US federal commitmentN to zero-emissions administration offers a tax credit motoring. of around US$8,500 while some MOTOR VEHICLE SALESPERSON The marque’s seven North Island states, such as California, also have and two South Island franchises for incentives. Chevron Cars Direct are a Premium Dealership located in Christchurch, selling a wide range of late model Japanese the model now have it available Manley says the lower price and European vehicles. We are soon to move to a new from $39,990. aims to capture the attention of purpose built site with a state of the art showroom and It’s a price that’s aimed at Kiwi buyers, who may be put off outside display area for over 60 cars. injecting more activity into the by the high cost of EVs. It also electric vehicle (EV) market, which enables the Leaf to compete with Chevron Cars Direct has a reputation for franchise quality has been slow to take off, while similar-sized petrol cars on the vehicles and service. We are looking for a well presented new authorised Leaf dealerships basis of cost of ownership. salesperson to join our fussy but friendly sales team. are being planned. “We are delighted to make it If you are experienced, have a strong work ethic with a “There are no government more appealing to new-car buyers,” proven record as a top achiever, then we want to hear subsidies [for EVs] and we can’t says Manley. “First-time drivers are from you. move it in the volumes we need, surprised by its performance and Our remuneration package is both salary and commission so we have taken this step,” says owners will never tire of not having based and a top salesperson can earn upwards of John Manley, managing director to buy petrol.” $150,000 per annum and have a lot of fun in the process. of Nissan NZ. The Leaf’s name stands for “It isn’t a profitable step, but it’s leading environmentally friendly We are equally keen to hear from candidates from outside important for Nissan. The company affordable family car and it was of the industry or from experienced vehicle salespeople is committed globally to EVs and the 2011 World Car of the Year. looking for greater opportunity. Please APPLY NOW the Leaf is the cornerstone of its It has sold more than 100,000 through our online application form to www.gojobs.co.nz/ pledge to cut emissions.” units worldwide, with about 23 chevron.htm or send a covering letter and your CV to Unlike many countries, the New Kiwis buying one new for about [email protected] Zealand and Australian governments $70,000 since 2012.

www.autofile.co.nz | 11 news Concerns over safety measures

ehicle inspection long to check a car – “just give it have relied on experts’ advice lack the technical knowledge.” organisations have raised a regular Twirl and take it to an about their cars in the past. Walsh points out VTNZ’s safety some doubts about a $2 expert if anything’s wrong”. “Twirl has some benefits in essentials check, which is similar to a Vmillion safety campaign launched However, VINZ, VTNZ and the introducing motorists to take more WOF, can provide peace of mind. “We by the government. AA have reservations about aspects responsibility,” he told Autofile. have been selling services before The NZTA’s Check Your Car of the campaign. “But more time and effort is this change in WOF frequency and programme is being touted as a Concerns have also been needed to get them into the habit people are valuing them.” way to mitigate any issues brought expressed by the Motor Trade and relying on them, especially Another area Walsh raises about by cutting the frequency of Association (MTA), which – along when safety has traditionally been is extra on-road enforcement warrants of fitness (WOFs). Light vehicles first registered on or after January 1, 2000, moved from six-monthly to annual “Six-monthly WOFs were introduced in inspections at the start of July after cars registered between 2004 and the 1930s and vehicle technology has 2008 made the same shift at the – Robyn Elston, NZTA start of this year. improved since then.” Check Your Car aims to with VTNZ and VINZ – opposed in the hands of inspection agents. “because we’re waiting to encourage owners to take active annual WOFs as part of the Vehicle “There are multiple risks in see concrete plans to meet roles in staying safe on the road Licensing Reform (VLR). extending WOF periods and undertakings given”. by keeping their eyes on tyres, Frank Willett, chief executive we’re happy to talk to motorists “It’s unclear from the NZTA and windscreen, indicators, rust and officer of VINZ, describes the $2m about intermediate inspections to police about what’s being done at lights – or “Twirl” for short. being spent over three years as ensure they are confident safety is this stage,” he says. The NZTA says it doesn’t take “relatively light” given most people up to speed.” “The awareness campaign The three transport service needs to be ongoing. The NZTA delivery agents have had needs to turn up the noise like the discussions with government drink-driving campaigns because officials over the past 18 months there will always be risks with TESTING about what’s happening. annual WOFs. Willett says: “VINZ is of the view “How campaigns are targeted the market hasn’t changed. We and their longevity are important, STATION. hope education and enforcement but we support what’s being done can make a difference, and the because a safety net is needed to Transport Service Delivery Agent for road toll and amount of serious mitigate risks.” accidents don’t increase.” The AA believes responsible See us first for He adds a “change in culture is motorists check their vehicles, needed with everything thrown” at so the Check Your Car campaign vehicle safety. should be about getting the rest to Mike Walsh, chief executive follow suit. of VTNZ, says it’s necessary for “There are no inherent dangers the NZTA to raise awareness to self-checking over and above around safety because people WOFs and regular servicing,” says used six-monthly WOFs to check Mark Stockdale, senior policy roadworthiness. analyst. “If people are unsure, they “My main issue with Twirl is should get professional help. Specialists in Used Import Certification other items may not be observed “The VLR changes came about by drivers walking around vehicles because New Zealand had such – such as the inside of tyres if frequent inspections and motorists wheel alignment isn’t right – and were doing nothing to their FREEPHONE OR VISIT US ONLINE people may not be as thorough as vehicles in between. FOR A LOCATION NEAR YOU! qualified mechanics. “That’s wrong, but Kiwis got “We encourage the NZTA to into that because of that frequency. 0800 GO VINZ continue raising awareness. This What’s needed is getting the www.vinz.co.nz is all about ensuring oncoming message out there about what to vehicles are safe, but there will do in between.” always be people who aren’t skilled The AA backed the government when it comes to this because they pushing WOFs out to 12 months 

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t if action was taken to reduce any motor vehicles is based on negative impacts. when they were first registered “Our support is conditional on anywhere in the world. a campaign teaching motorists For a new car, the warrant is for about their responsibilities,” insists three years. If first registration was Stockdale. “A disproportionate less than two years ago, it’s issued number of cars don’t even have on the third anniversary of the WOFs and the frequency makes no vehicle being first registered. difference to owners taking more If registered more than two responsibility.” years ago – but less than three – While the AA is behind Check WOFs are valid for 12 months. It’s Your Car – and a broad range of the same for vehicles registered Government advice following the latest changes to warrants of fitness includes listening for media, including social, being unusual engine noises, “they usually indicate something is wrong” from January 1, 2000. included – a change in direction Six-monthly warrants remain may be needed. “From a repairer position, for unusual noises, they usually for vehicles registered before “Kiwis are tired of the same responsive operators will be able indicate something is wrong”. January 2000 because research adverts on television about speeding to move from a compliance culture The campaign aims to reach shows the percentage involved in and drink-driving,” says Stockdale. to a service culture. drivers through radio, billboards, crashes with WOF defects – while “If we haven’t got the message now, “Mechanical issues facing our petrol-station advertising, “very low” – starts to increase. perhaps we never will. fleet aren’t going anywhere. The brochures, posters, YouTube clips Government data also “It may be time to replace light fleet’s average age is still old and practical tools. indicates the increase for older them with other advertising. Most by international standards, it’s Unlike the MTA’s Hands Off vehicles is falling over time as people don’t drink and drive, and getting older and there are more Our WOF campaign, no television quality improves. budget responsibilities need to cars here than any other time in advertising is being considered Leaving cars older than 12 ensure vehicles are safe enough to New Zealand’s history. at present. years on six-monthly inspections be on our roads. “There’s more work around “allows the fleet to gradually move “There could be a better than before for those tapping into NEW INSPECTION REGIME to annual inspections as pre-2000 prioritisation over the existing it. One of the key pieces of work The length of WOFs for light vehicles leave”. spread of advertising.” for the MTA this year is helping to Rob MacGregor, chief identify them.” executive officer of the MTA, says: “We’ve been working with the EDUCATING CAR OWNERS DEALER DEVELOPMENT MANAGER government – and the NZTA, in Robyn Elston, the NZTA’s acting particular – to get information out manager for access and use, says VOLKSWAGEN NEW ZEALAND to members and the public, and vehicle technology has improved we support the Twirl messaging.” since the 1930s when six-monthly Volkswagen has seen phenomenal success in New Many repairers have concerns WOFs were introduced. Zealand and particularly so in the last three years, with about vehicles they are seeing, but “Moving to 12-monthly even stronger growth and market dominance ahead. that’s a feature of an “ageing car inspections saves owners and park” clocking up high mileages – a businesses time and money Dealer Development is a cornerstone of our growth strategy. We now need to increase the capacity, capability and overall situation being mirrored in the US. without compromising safety,” operational effi ciency of our dealer network as we start to MTA members have been giving she says. “We are all responsible challenge traditional mainstream brands. As such, we’re flyers to customers having vehicles for ensuring our vehicles are looking for a competent Dealer Development Manager to: checked and serviced, as well as properly maintained.” tyre-checker key rings. The Twirl part of Check Your • Manage Brand representation, including identifi cation of any new/replacement network Car covers the minimum legal “We can’t comment on the dealer sales and service sites effectiveness of other campaigns – depth of 1.5mm for tyres, and the • Management of Corporate Identity, including a roll we haven’t seen the statistics and importance of correct pressure out of recently upgraded dealer facility requirements time will tell,” says MacGregor. levels and ensuring the rubber is in • Signifi cant commercial acumen, with a solid a good condition. understanding of the automotive industry Motorists should also check • Ambitious, with an overwhelming determination & More with wiper blades and mirrors. They need willingness to get back to basics to build the most to ensure the windscreen washer successful dealer network in NZ Autofile Online is full and working, lights and Certificate of fitness proposals and indicators are operational, and If this sounds like a challenge for you, apply in confi dence and send us your CV, along with a one page covering letter, transport service licensing are covered look for obvious structural rust. in the June 19 issue. Visit www.autofile. outlining your motivators and your ability to fulfi l this role. Issues with brakes and shock co.nz and click on “magazines”. The website also has more absorbers are covered. If the information on what Check Your exhaust is “smoky or sounding Email directly to Destiny Swann, Customer Relations Car is about and the latest unusual, it could be a sign there’s a [email protected]  WOF changes. problem”, while people should “listen

www.autofile.co.nz | 13 industry profile Sales boom for joint venture t has been about a year since Clyde Campbell and Sir Neville Crichton joined forces to create FiatI Chrysler New Zealand, and since then the co-directors have enjoyed success importing and distributing some iconic brands. The company shares its headquarters in Mt Wellington, Auckland, with Ateco NZ where it announced it was taking on the marques in May last year. The venture also resulted in Ateco NZ, which Crichton owns, focusing on the Chinese brands it holds, while there are no connections with Fiat Chrysler Australia, the latter of which Campbell is chief executive officer. Fiat Chrysler NZ also distributes Clyde Campbell at Fiat Chrysler NZ’s headquarters in Auckland Dodge, Jeep and Alfa Romeo on these shores, and Campbell looks “It is going well, we’re excited good and compared to the 12 especially with its build and badging, back on the past 12 months or so about what we’ve been able to months prior we were up by about while many want something with some satisfaction without achieve and what’s in front of us,” 59 per cent overall.” “European, alternative and stylish”. getting complacent. he told Autofile. “Business has been Fiat has returned strong sales. Campbell believes in a “critical They have almost doubled when threshold” of about 500 cars of any comparing May 1, 2013 to April manufacturer to be on the road 30, 2014 against the preceding somewhere the size of Auckland. Dealer Information Notice 12-month period. “There are about that many Dealer Information Notice Its range has been broadened, Jeeps on a daily basis here and MTA MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION which has boosted the figures. It there could be more. We have Cost Interests traditionally had a broadened the narrow range, but variants even though National Subscription of motor vehicle dealers a priority more models and there are fewer $700 Excl GST & Branch fee “Some Yes No variants are now models. Brand Year Capacity available in New brands “Two-wheel-drive Strong & nationally recognised Since 1917 4000 members Zealand. SUVs have a place MTA is NZ’s largest dealer representative group: Franchise “We were told in New Zealand. Kiwis wouldn’t need to You need to look dealers, used dealers, motorcycle dealers, and truck dealers drive manuals but no further than Market analysis - regular, Mediation Yes No we’ve proven that’s have a Japanese brands to accurate and detailed not the case,” says see how many are Advocacy - pushing the causes Campbell. “People presence HR Advice Yes No sold across the size for your industry buy when a vehicle range. They have Benefits - save money with is a compelling to drive been well-received.” MTA stationery Yes No key business partners proposition and you While mid-size IT Advice Business Range of Need a mentor must have the right sales.” SUVs may be in this – Clyde Campbell Yes No Managers newsletters Yes No car at the price. country’s fastest- “Customer satisfaction levels growing segment, volume has been Industry Specialist training Business Advice with Fiat have gone through the missing with Jeep but it’s hoped Yes No Yes No research   roof even though it doesn’t have the Cherokee’s arrival will overcome FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT MTA such a big profile as Jeep. that. “We can only sell what we’ve Website Events / get Free phone “Some brands need to have a got but that’s beyond our control.” www.mta.org.nz togethers Yes No presence to drive sales. Fiat almost As for the Wrangler, he says: has a cult-like following with “It’s the icon Jeep was founded on. CONTACT US models for nine months priced at Owners buy into a concept, ideal Tony Everett 04 381 8827 less than $20,000.” and lifestyle. It goes places other Buyers see value in the marque, cars cannot.” 

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Fiat Chrysler NZ sales Marque 2012 2013 Difference Alfa Romeo 192 195 + 1.6% Chrysler 114 125 + 9.6% Dodge 635 541 -14.8% Fiat 80 173 + 116.3%

Jeep 665 845 + 27.1% The Dodge Journey, distributed here *NZTA calendar-year registration statistics by Fiat Chrysler NZ, sold 539 units in 2013, according to NZTA statistics

t Meanwhile, the Dodge Journey deal. After that, he was general editions from Europe and the US. advertised on Sommet, but we has sold out worldwide with Fiat manager for Daimler Chrysler in “That hasn’t happened have a lot of commercial activity Chrysler NZ having to wait for New South Wales. before but we want to continue with the AFL, NRL and MotoGP. a factory allocation so it can be Campbell was also involved generating interest in the brands,” Interest generated by running a batch built. in an IT business in New Jersey, explains Campbell. competition for a holiday on the “We might sell 60 one month, but when it was sold in 2010 he “We’re aiming to be more visual. Gold Coast and going to an AFL then 50, 30 and none, and may returned to Australia. We were at Fieldays for the first time game was unbelievable. only have a few weeks’ stock at “Chrysler came knocking. I was this year to create an interactive “Companies also need to take any one time. Until we get a better missing the wholesale business experience and we’re looking to be corporate social responsibility supply, that’s how it will go.” but I’m not a corporate, although more involved in the community.” seriously and we do that, such Few car enthusiasts will I affected change by getting sales The company has sponsored as by supporting charities with disagree with Campbell describing up to 25,000 units a year after they the Freeview channel Sommet auction prizes and so on. Alfa Romeo as a marque that were at 7,000. Sports, which is “good news for “We have ideas for local evokes passion. “The recruitment process was sports-mad Kiwis” with so much activations and for dealers to get “It’s one of the most exciting interesting because I didn’t really coverage on pay-to-view television. involved, so a lot of responsibility badges around. It’s mentioned want to go back into a big corporate “Not only are our cars being rests with them.” in the same breath as German environment. I wanted a percentage marques and Jeremy Clarkson says of the uplift because I was confident you aren’t a car person until you about improving the business. have owned an Alfa Romeo. “I insisted they let me treat the “We will see sales grow further company as if it was mine, while and need to get growth in our a lot of the management didn’t dealer network to drive sales.” want to be there but couldn’t find Campbell returns to SUVs. other jobs.” They are seen less frequently on That’s when Campbell adopted Specialists in European roads, which is indicative the “Clive’s mum approach” – of the difference in ownership basically building a business from pre‑shipment inspections patterns here “where people need the consumer’s end and working cars to suit the infrastructure”. backwards. His mother has a Fiat in Japan & UK He recalls the launch of 500 and his father a Jeep.  Full border inspections Mercedes-Benz’s ML, “which was He set about rebuilding by derided by some, as was BMW’s X5”. bringing in people with the right  Authorised MPI inspections He feels it’s a bit different with the attitude – from suppliers to the Cayenne because Porsche is seen dealer network.  Authorised NZTA inspections as a “pure sports-car brand”. “We built brand advertising But what about Alfa Romeo? “It’s and did away with the distressed  Odometer verification more of a sports-car brand as well, selling and discount mentality. but its SUV will have some really This adds value and sells more cars  Pre-export appraisal good DNA and will be sexy.” in the long run.”  Vehicle history reports THROUGH the LOOKING GLASS LOOKING TO THE FUTURE Campbell started out as an Fiat Chrysler NZ added a few more accountant before studying full dealerships to its portfolio last year time to be a lawyer while making while changes to its network have ends meet by selling Toyotas. been completed. He became a commercial lawyer Models for 2014 include the and when Mercedes-Benz and Cherokee and 4C, and the company JEVIC NZ Daimler Chrysler merged, he was would like to get a couple of “buzz  taken on to work on the Asia-Pacific models” – that’s to say, limited 09 966 1779 www.jevic.co.nz

www.autofile.co.nz | 15 news F unding model under review he Imported Motor Vehicle exemptions on a range of issues. Industry Association Others are assistance with (IMVIA) is considering documents for UK vehicles and changingT the way it’s funded. fuel consumption certificates, and Chief executive David Vinsen research into international standards. says the organisation is continuing The chairmen’s annual report to control costs and receives for 2013/14 – penned by Graeme fantastic contributions. Macdonald for the North Island “These include AUTOHUB making branch and Lloyd Wilson in the the offer two years ago of donating South Island – confirms the IMVIA $5 for each vehicle it imports and is on an “even keel” financially. that arrangement was originally for Following on from the fall-out one year,” he told Autofile. of the global financial crisis and the Graeme Macdonald, left, and Lloyd Wilson, the IMVIA’s North and South Island chairmen “We have also entered into retrenchment of the vehicle market some profitable exercises and been The executive has asked for a imports and we would get a clip- in New Zealand, the executive accredited by the NZTA, which has review into a unit fee model so the on through that,” explains Vinsen. charged itself with returning the enabled us to build a good base organisation is funded by everyone “This would result in lump balance sheet to stability. going forward. who derives an income from sums from sponsors, perhaps This gives the association “There could now be another importing used vehicles. through monthly contributions. flexibility to move onto forward progressive change in the way we “If a levy was charged, the We are working with existing planning – and advance its are funded.” catchment would fall further sponsors, service providers and strategy from reactionary to Vinsen says the challenge is to up the supply chain through corporates on this.” being proactive. maintain the IMVIA’s position of our sponsors, contributors and A levy system was looked at “The solid balance sheet shows financial strength into the future. corporates based on the number of a few years ago and never got a healthy statement of position off the ground, but moving away with adequate financial reserves from fixed contributions to a for the first time since the recession per-unit basis means fees can be of 2008,” they report. consolidated in the cost of sales. “It has been refreshing to take “The charge could be $1 or 50 our focus as an executive away cents so everyone is included and from financial concerns that contributes. This could spread absorbed much of our time, to look costs more.” to the future of the association and Vinsen says the IMVIA setting in motion a strategic plan WE TRANSPORT p: 0800 4 JEFFS appreciates contributions and to serve the industry in the second • MOTOR VEHICLES e: vehicles: [email protected] pleasure craft: [email protected] assistance from its other sponsors half of the decade.” w: www.jeffs.co.nz • FARM TRACTORS – Armacup Maritime Services, Vinsen adds the IMVIA’s “excellent • MACHINERY Autosure, Jacanna, JEVIC, Nichibo, financial results, combined with • AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT Ports of Auckland and VINZ. the relatively benign political It also receives significant landscape”, means the association • CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT contributions from international is well-positioned to deal with any • PLEASURE CRAFT and corporate members, challenges as they arise. • CONTAINERS including Heiwa, Autoterminal and McCullough Ltd. “We have recruited some new Stacking members,” adds Vinsen. “They OTHER SERVICES usually require some specific up the numbers • VEHICLE STORAGE service, especially technical, The IMVIA returned a surplus • VEHICLE DISTRIBUTION or information. of $269,199 in 2013/14, which was MANAGEMENT “We’ve also recruited an improvement on $133,863 in the • HANDLING OF RARE service providers to the previous financial year. The surplus for membership activities AND RACE CARS industry as new members.” increased from $109,824 to $241,851, while • FILMING PROJECTS On the technical side, the equity rose from $406,900 to $676,099. • ENCLOSED TRANSPORTERS IMVIA’s core activities include Assets jumped from $455,826 to • M.A.F & CUSTOMS FACILITIES statements of compliance and $780,063 and liabilities went up to • SECURITY & CONFIDENTIALITY advice on compliance issues, $110,323 from $56,360 for net exhaust emissions certificates assets of $676,099 – up and applications to the NZTA for from $406,900.

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udi’s revised five-door with CO₂ emissions of 122g/ In configurations starting at and adaptive air suspension, and the A7 Sportback has new km, while aspects of the three- 200kW, quattro permanent all-wheel- S7’s air suspension has a firmer set-up. engine configurations, litre TDI clean diesel with 200kW drive can be supplemented with the Assistance systems include Atransmissions and infotainment have been newly developed. sport differential, which distributes adaptive cruise control with systems, while visual changes The three‑litre TDI bi‑turbo power between the rear wheels. stop-and-go function, night-vision include the grille, bumpers, clean diesel delivers 235kW and The range-topping four-litre TFSI assistant and pre-sense safety system, tailpipes and headlights. is matched with an eight-speed engine in the S7 Sportback delivers while side and active lane assist work It’s being offered with a choice tiptronic transmission. Other engine 331kW of power and uses cylinder- closely together. of two petrol and three diesel configurations have a seven-speed on-demand technology. The cargo space under the long, engines – and their power rating S tronic transmission. Some engine configurations are electric trunk lid has a base capacity ranges from 160-245kW. In front-wheel-drive versions, equipped with new lightweight of 535l. With the rear seat backs The V6 in the “ultra” version – the dual-clutch transmission has brakes, and the power-steering down, this increases to 1,390l. with 160kW and front-wheel-drive been redeveloped and replaces the system features an electro- The A7 Sportback will start – uses an average of 4.7l/100km multitronic. mechanical drive for high efficiency. arriving at dealerships later this Audi’s drive select system is year. Its base German price is standard. Options include dynamic about $80,200 with the S7 starting steering, sport suspension versions at $128,700.

Audi’s new A7 Sportback F uel-efficiency boost onda is adding more Japan’s JC08 fuel-testing regime, choice for two-wheel- which involves cold and warm drive CRV buyers with a starts, and is designed to give a Škoda General Manager Hhigher grade model. more real-world representation. It says the SN boasts better driving Its economy rate under this is Škoda New Zealand is one of the most successful performance and fuel efficiency as 6.9l/100km, which is more than a and fastest growing automotive brands in New well as advanced features. 10 per cent improvement on the Zealand and is part of the Giltrap Group. Our team Its two-litre CVT transmission 7.7l/100km ADR figure for the CRV S. here are passionate about building the brand reputation. With ambitious plans to capitalise on is new to the marque’s line-up in The SN takes styling cues from the success we’ve made to date, we require an New Zealand. the top-end Sport with fog lights, equally talented and passionate leader and there’s It provides more responsive privacy glass, daytime running no better time than now. acceleration than the existing five- lights, chrome door handles and speed automatic four-wheel-drive 17-inch alloys. This is a stimulating opportunity for an individual CRV S with figures similar to 2011’s It adds automatic headlights, seeking an immense challenge. Managing the growth of one of the fastest growing brands in the automotive CRV Sport 2.4L. cornering lights, blind-spot Stacking industrindustry, with responsibility of the development of the A converter brings out the parking mirror, heated wipers, total business; sales, aftersales, marketing and training up the numbers engine’s best performance with smart entry with push-button start this is fantastic opportunity to join one of the most The IMVIA returned a surplus torque improved across the rev range and extra storage. successful privately owned motor industry company’s in New Zealand. of $269,199 in 2013/14, which was and – due to its wider ratio – the SN The CRV SN is priced from an improvement on $133,863 in the makes 0-100kph in 11.2 seconds. $39,900 plus on-road costs. previous financial year. MotivatingMoti and leading an internal team, dealer network The model has gone through and building strong relationships with the manufacturer The surplus for membership activities and customer alike will be important facets of success in increased from $109,824 to $241,851, while this role. The General Manager we seek will be a highly equity rose from $406,900 to $676,099. motivated, passionate and engaged individual who has a Assets jumped from $455,826 to keen passion and strong skill base for brand building. $780,063 and liabilities went up to $110,323 from $56,360 for net assets of $676,099 – up Please apply at [email protected] from $406,900.

Honda’s new CRV SN www.autofile.co.nz | 17 Vehicles Ne ws in brief Marque keen to bring electric vehicle to our shores wanted The zero-emissions Soul has gone into production as Kia’s second all-electric dealers Buying now vehicle (EV) and its first for sale outside Korea. The engine has a 192- cell, 27kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack and 212km range. It can be plugged into standard household supplies for recharging, Audi VW which takes up to five hours for a fully depleted battery using a 6.6kW AC slow charger. An 80 per cent charge is achieved in 25 minutes with a We purcHAse NZ NeW cArs ANd commerciAls For All our FrANcHises 100kW charger or in 33 minutes using a 50kW DC charger. Brett Harris 029 293 1232 The Soul is left-hand drive, but if a right-hand-drive version [email protected] www.farmerautovillage.co.nz becomes available Kia Motors NZ hopes to bring it here. General manager Todd McDonald says: “It’s the first really practical EV that can be used in everyday life without being constrained by range on a single charge.” Pricing for the Soul EV in Europe, which contains 23kg of bio-based plastic and 10 per cent bio-based organic carbon content, has yet to be AlwAys buying announced. Annual output is initially planned to hit 5,000 units. good nZ new vehicles Blue oval topples rival to claim global green title Ford has scooped the number-one ranking on Interbrand’s 2014 list of call guy walker 021 992 048 the 50 Best Global Green Brands by beating last year’s winner Toyota and other multi-nationals, such Coca-Cola and Microsoft. The marque won top spot for its approach to environmentally responsible and sustainable manufacturing, greater transparency VEHICLES WANTED about operations and disclosure of information. Its focus on water, waste reduction and green-building efforts contributed. Luxury car maker interested in 300km range Porsche’s Panamera hybrid, ALL PORSCHE, LAND ROVERS, RANGE ROVERS, JAGUARS AND VOLVO MODELS pictured, may be more Simon O’Reilly I 021 31 9992 I [email protected] I www.armstrongprestige.com expensive than Tesla’s

Model S, but they’re fighting for the same market. Matthias Muller, chief executive officer of the German marque, is none too excited by the number of customers moving across to Tesla. He says Porsche has little enthusiasm in extended-range electric vehicles, but is interested in seeing one with a range of at least 300km. Its past best is 172km. Manufacturer sets record for worldwide production Honda has reached an all-time production high with global figures from April 2013 to March 2014 showing an increase for the second consecutive fiscal year. Buying: Vans, Utes, Light Trucks. Nationwide. The number of vehicles coming off Japanese production lines Contact Gareth 021660180 [email protected] www.317.co.nz amounted to 936,879 for the last reporting period, which was an increase of 6.9 per cent compared to 2012/13. Outside Japan, this rose by nine per cent to 3,466,193 units and worldwide production was 4,403,072 – up by 12.4 per cent. To advertise here, contact: Meanwhile, Honda NZ is extending its three-year warranty and roadside assistance to five years on any new car registered from June 2014. [email protected] or ph 021 455 775 Visit www.autofile.co.nz for more on this story.

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olden’s pledge to source Holden’s Insignia VXR the best vehicles from around the planet His moving forward with three European cars joining next year’s line-up. The Astra three-door hatchback will return to these shores in GTC and VXR form, and will be joined by the two-door Cascada convertible and four-door Insignia VXR. “We are determined to offer New Zealand customers the best products from our global operations,” The Holden Cascada Holden’s Astra VXR says Stefan Jacoby, General Motors’ executive vice-president. “niche vehicles in terms of volume Overall Astra sales by Opel on fourth behind the Corsa on 37,279. “It’s critical we focus on – their performance credentials will mainland Europe and Vauxhall in The Cascada has a 1.6-litre consumer and market-driven provide more choice”. the UK came to almost 200,000 petrol engine matched with a strategies that enable global scale The Astra GTC and VXR will in 2013. six-speed manual or automatic while engaging local customers. come with 1.6-litre and two-litre In the UK, where it has been a transmission and front-wheel-drive. The Astra, Cascada and Insignia are turbo petrol engines respectively. perennial favourite for more than The Insignia VXR sedan comes proof of this.” The GTC has six-speed manual 25 years with prices starting at with a 2.8-litre turbo V6 engine, six- Gerry Dorizas, Holden’s and automatic transmissions, with about NZ$25,400, it sold 26,657 speed automatic transmission and chairman, adds the three cars will be the VXR having the latter. units by the end of May to claim all-wheel-drive. Broadening appeal Vehicles wanted ia is celebrating of being bolted to the body shell, the Sportage’s 21st an intermediate shaft has been Mercedes Benz anniversary by releasing a added to the drivetrain and a K2014 model built in Europe. transmission mounting bracket Volkswagen Buyers have two engine means greater rigidity. choices – a high-compression two- The SUV has a new mesh front BMW litre GDi petrol or 2.2-litre R-series grille, revised LED rear-cluster Audi turbo-diesel. Both have six-speed lights, 17 and 18-inch alloys, and a automatic transmissions. shark-fin roof antenna. Lexus Kia is adding another four-by- The cabin boasts more soft- two model to broaden its SUV’s touch materials on the dashboard Kia appeal – the 4x2 Limited – while and door sills, while the seats Toyota all-wheel-drives remain an have cloth-leather upholstery important part of the range. combinations. Nissan There are two petrol and three All models have rain-sensing diesel four-wheel-drives, with an wipers and – except the LX Urban Chrysler LX joining the line-up. – front and rear parking sensors, Jeep Vibration across the range along with a reversing camera. The has been tackled. The front sub- LX Urban only has rear sensors. Dodge frame is bush-mounted instead The range starts from $34,240 plus on-road costs. We are always looking to purchase late model NZ New cars aNd commercials Kia’s 2014 Sportage Paul Curin 0274 333 303 [email protected] miles motor group

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New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Delivery, access and use covers regulatory intervention, legislative frameworks and standards, regional In ancient Egypt some 10,000 It also came out that instead operations, user relationships, the Transport Registry Office and rail. years ago, beer was the national of paying employees who worked The recent departure of two senior managers currency. It was a dietary staple, on Saturdays their normal wages has resulted in other changes to the NZTA’s important medicine and a valuable as required by law, the company leadership team. commodity. had given them “a few beers” Ernst Zollner, pictured, has been appointed Beer was traded in return for instead. regional director of Auckland and Northland. He goods and services and enhanced The ERA had no hesitation replaces Stephen Town, who is now chief executive of productivity – presumably, to a point. in finding this to be contrary to Auckland Council. Historians have speculated the requirement of the Minimum Zollner was previously the NZTA’s group manager that had the ancient Egyptians not Wage Act 1983 that employees of strategy, communications and performance. developed the taste for beer they are paid a minimum wage for Jenny ChetwynD has been appointed as NZTA’s did, civilisation would have taken a hours worked. group manager of strategy, communications and different path. In fact, the pyramids The ERA also found the performance after being the agency’s regional may never have been created. company failed to comply with its director – central. Fast forward to New Zealand legal obligations to keep accurate Tommy Parker has been appointed group in June 2014 where an Auckland wage and time records, or holiday manager of highways and network operations. employer has just been taken to and leave records. He was previously highways manager for Auckland task by the Employment Relations As a result, where there were and Northland. Authority (ERA) for attempting conflicts in the evidence from the He replaces Colin Crampton, who’s now chief to pay part of a former worker’s employer and worker about the executive at Capacity Infrastructure Services. wages in the “amber fluid”. amount of leave and wages owed. The worker took his former The ERA preferred the worker’s DARREN MARMONT has left Autosure after 17 years employer to the ERA claiming he evidence on each occasion. to head up the new sales manager role at Motorcentral. had been unjustifiably dismissed Ultimately, the ERA concluded He believes the Christchurch-based company’s the previous year after being that – as well as his successful products, passion and vision fit his work ethic and beliefs. handed an envelope containing minimum wage claim – the Marmont takes a wealth of sales, and finance and $80 and being told not to come man had also been unjustifiably insurance, experience into his new position and is looking forward to back because there was no work dismissed by the company, sharing it with Motorcentral’s dealerships. for him. which failed to follow any sort He also claimed that, while of reasonable process before DAVID DAWES has been appointed as operations employed by the company, he dismissing him. director of FleetPartners New Zealand. He joins the had been paid less than the The ERA ordered the employer company with 30 years’ experience in the automotive minimum wage for the hours he to pay him more than $12,000, industry here and in the UK. had worked and hadn’t received which was made up of lost Before joining FleetPartners, Dawes spent 12 years payment for statutory holidays remuneration, wage arrears, with GE (Custom Fleet) holding various roles. or any holiday pay when his outstanding holiday pay and These included manager of national operations and business employment ended. legal costs. operations, and national sales manager for distribution finance. The company claimed it had Although this case is perhaps paid him correctly throughout towards the extreme end of the ANNA RAWLINGS, a partner at Minter Ellison Rudd Watts in Auckland, his employment. It admitted it scale of bad employer behaviour, has joined the Commerce Commission with Anita Mazzoleni retiring as hadn’t paid his holiday pay, but it serves as a useful reminder a member. She has a background in cross-disciplinary competition and claimed that this was because his that however small an employer regulatory law with a practice specialising in industry regulation, consumer employment hadn’t ended. might be, statutory employment protection and marketing law. This was rather odd given the requirements apply to all worker had done no work for the employers in New Zealand and ALAN BAKER-SLATER has been promoted to after-sales manager for company for nearly a year. must be observed. Coutts Mercedes-Benz in Newmarket, Auckland. During the course of the And as nice as beer may Previously parts manager at Coutts, he used to work in England at ERA’s investigation meeting, it be, in the modern world it’s no the Vindis Group, Suffolk, and Marshall Motor Group in Cambridge. became clear the company hadn’t substitute for cold, hard cash. provided correct information TO R FEATU E IN INDUSTRY MOVERS EMAIL [email protected] Steve Wragg, senior associate, about the worker to Inland Kensington Swan Revenue as it was required to do. www.kensingtonswan.com

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The case: The buyer rejected Tribunal orders $95k refund 20 months an Audi S4 under the Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA) claiming it was using too much oil, but the after the date luxury car was supplied trader said this was minor and repaired the car at its own cost. Background Bodde claimed Periam said a process the marque required. The decision: The tribunal Andre Bodde was supplied with a the car was probably consuming Its short block was replaced ruled the vehicle wasn’t as durable as a reasonable person would 2010 Audi S4 by Quattro Motors oil in excess of the marque’s and the warranty invoice of view as acceptable. It said the oil Ltd, trading as Giltrap Autos, on specification because it hadn’t $34,863, excluding GST, was at it needed between recommended May 25, 2012. He rejected it on been properly run by the first retail rates. services was unreasonable and consumption of 0.63l/1,000km February 4, 2014. owner and this probably glazed Mr R Scott, service manager, was excessive. The dealer said the fault was the cylinder bores. Periam was provided invoices for work on minor and was repaired at its cost. given a rejection letter. the car. At: The Motor Vehicle Disputes On February 27, Bodde’s solicitors Fluid levels were checked Tribunal, Auckland. The case wrote to the trader to confirm the on May 29, 2012, when it had The S4’s odometer was on rejection and seek a refund. 12,309km on its odometer. was excessive for a modern, low- 12,309km when supplied. It was a Bodde collected the car on A stage-one oil-consumption mileage and high-cost vehicle. replacement for a 2009 S4 Avant March 6 if his agreement to use it test and service was done after The consequence was Bodde that Bodde bought in December was without prejudice. The dealer 24,799km on May 7, 2013, would have needed to replace the 2011 for $95,000 and was accepted accepted that. for $1,517. Consumption was equivalent of a full sump between as faulty in May 2012. The trader’s solicitors, Sharp 0.38l/1,000km. each 10,000km service. In late July 2012, he noticed the Tudhope, wrote to Bodde’s On June 10, a 1.2l top-up of The tribunal ruled the car wasn’t oil level was low. He was told it was solicitors on March 24 to say it oil was needed. The engine oil as durable as a reasonable buyer normal for the engine to consume didn’t accept it was obliged to separator was replaced two weeks would deem acceptable having some oil, but it should be topped up. refund the price because the dealer later after 27,518km for $818. regard to its age, mileage and price Bodde returned the car on had replaced the engine block. Another test between November so it didn’t comply with the CGA’s “more than a dozen occasions” for But if Bodde remained 28 and December 24 showed guarantee of acceptable quality. this to be done. dissatisfied with the vehicle it was consumption of 0.63l/1,000km – in The cost of replacing the On April 4, 2013, the trader did a prepared to buy it for $70,000 – its excess of the marque’s maximum of engine short block was $34,863 stage-one oil-consumption test and claimed current value. 0.5l/1,000km. exclusive of GST. the result was 0.038l/1,000km. It Sharp Tudhope’s letter stated Scott said one cylinder bore If a “reasonable consumer” had was topped up and the car serviced. when defects were minor, the was scored. Approval was obtained to pay for that, it would have cost – Bodde said he also returned supplier had the choice of remedy, from Audi NZ in January to replace with GST – $40,093, or 42 per cent it four other times in 2013 and and the fault was fixed and wasn’t the short block. of the purchase price. when he was on holiday in late substantial. He said while the trader had The tribunal didn’t accept December, the oil warning light Bodde said an invoice dated problems with excessive oil the defect was minor because came on. The trader asked him March 4 showed the cost the consumption from Audi’s two-litre no reasonable consumer would xxxxxxxxx to top it up and take the car to its trader incurred in replacing the petrol engines, this was the first have bought the car knowing the xxxxxxxxxxx workshop on his return. engine block, parts and labour, but time an S4’s engine was replaced extent of the problem and cost The engine thermostat failed on excluding GST, was $34,863. due to excessive oil use. to fix it, and ruled the failure was Annual high for stockpile Industry manages levels well always been the way. he amount of stock held 1996, it has ebbed and flowed.” units, are more static with their January 28. Bodde took the S4 back He didn’t consider that minor, substantial. did come down after the global Christchurch are boosting sales. “You can oversupply when tock levels of new cars have that dropped to this year’s low of by used car dealers during Used car stock levels are holding not changing too much. financial crisis [GFC]. “Trades people are upgrading buying conditions are good, but increased every month 18,653 in January. October was the highest traditionally based on what’s A drop of 50 units may not be “Stocking levels then increased their vehicles,” says Crawford. too drastic. But stock can vary the marketplace normally corrects after it cooled and was provided but a substantial failure entitling The rejection took place within except one this year, with David Crawford, chief executive Tmonthly total of the year. happening in Japan and what The finding “Although passenger cars aren’t so again and they respond to the enormously by proportion on yards itself by pulling back from Japan or SOctober’s total of 29,509 being the officer of the Motor Industry There were 10,374 units consumers are buying here. number of new vehicles sold and hot, SUVs are. with 30 to 40 cars. selling down. The numbers might highest of 2013. Association (MIA), says current imported last month with a Conditions there have improved with a loan car. him to reject the car. The tribunal ruled the car wasn’t about 20 months of supply. Given the rate at which they are sold. “People in the housing market “They can suddenly be selling drop for a month or two before There were 7,962 sales last models aren’t sitting around in variance of 1,829 on 8,545 sales. recently and the exchange rate “They basically go up when are refinancing their mortgages without having bought for a few trundling up again. month, also this year’s biggest stock for too long. The number of cars in stock has gone up. sales go up, but I’m not so sure to buy big-ticket items especially weeks and being 10-15 units down “There’s no magic supply-chain The next day, he was told Audi Periam said the vehicle was sold as durable as a reasonable person both parties didn’t know how amount, while the variance was “The industry tends to manage amounted to 9,323 compared to “October and November are about the days stock is held for when they are confident about makes them more susceptible,” miracle. When it’s slow, it tends to be 1,400 with 9,362 units imported – stock levels quite well and does this 7,494 in September. normally difficult for the industry, being longer and can’t explain that. keeping their jobs.” says Macdonald. slow for everybody. If you can get the second highest amount after day in, day out,” he told Autofile. There have been two other so the stockpile tends to go “Average sales per day came All that said, some of the “Dealers then jump online to good supply with a good exchange NZ had authorised it to replace the for $97,500 with a two-year factory would view as acceptable – it serious the problem was until 11,065 imports in August. “My data suggests this is a major increases during 2013 – with up,” says Macdonald. “But trade The TRUSTED online down during the GFC and before regional centres, such as Hawke’s buy more from Japan, but that’s rate, everyone benefits.” The total stock figure at the cyclical thing and levels were no variances between imports and sales swings up over Christmas and the wholesale trading site. that they were much higher.” Bay and Palmerston North, aren’t end of December was 20,683 and higher in previous years, but they holidays, so it goes down. engine. The trader offered him a warranty and service plan. needed oil added on four or December, January was “within a showing as much growth as of 3,121 in April and 2,507 in May. If 80,000 vehicles are sold one “December and January are autoport.net other centres. Graeme Macdonald, chairman Dealer stock of used car imports in New ZealandOct 2013- year and 100,000 are sold the good months for sales because Oct 2013 “But 80 per cent of New Zealand’s of the North Island branch of the AVerAge dAyS Dealer stock of new cars in New Zealand - following year, the average sales USed ImportS 2013 S4 demonstrator in exchange 10000 The engine sump held 6.2l of oil five times from its supply date reasonable time”. Imported Motor Vehicle Industry people take time off work, the kids Imported VArIANCe StoCk SALeS per StoCk population is in Auckland and 2012 SoLd dAy - ytd At hANd AVerAge dAyS per day should be higher – and are off school and people may have h e NeW CArS VArIANCe StoCk SALeS per StoCk Association, says the current 2012 Imported SoLd the MIA is expecting more new Christchurch. 8,579 t c dAy - ytd At hANd Total stock at the end of December 2011 Whangarei Auckland Hamilton Thames stockpile should correct itself – as it Christmas bonuses or holiday pay. “If you add in Dunedin and for the car for an extra $30,000, but and a decrease of one litre or more to the end of December 2013, o vehicles to be sold this year than 206 26 Taurangad Rotorua Gisborne Napier New MIA stock estimate as at end of December 2011 12,984 normally does. “It’s a time when Kiwis tend to Jan ‘12 3,191 6,375 (3,184) 5,395 9500 Plymouth during 2012. Wellington, these centres cover a u Biggesti ncreases/Decreases make financial decisions, so dealers 6,000 (1,080) 4,315 210 21 Wanganui Palmerston North Masterton Wellington 5,026 7,499 (2,473) 10,511 242 43 large proportion of the population “If the monthly stockpile was Feb ‘12 4,920 n By town year-on-year Jan ‘12 There were 54,404 sales in 2009, 21 223 55 need to have plenty of stock to 6,504 6,429 75 4,390 209 he declined. caused a warning light to come on. even though it was checked andNelson Blenheim GreymouthOrders Whangarei Auckland n Feb ‘12 7,368 5,633 1,735 12,246 and all have strong economies.” 10,000 on a regular basis it means Mar ‘12 62,029 in 2010, 64,019 in 2011 25 u (OctOber 2013 vs OctOber 2012) 218 59 match demand. 6,613 5,877 736 5,126 206 Hamilton Thames Tauranga Rotorua Gisborne Mar ‘12 7,228 6,499 729 12,975 Year to date, 77,438 new cars there are solid holding numbers,” Apr ‘12 and 76,871 in 2012, and the MIA is 900 6,026 208 29 9000 t 209 66 “When the market’s down in 7,693 6,793 Apr ‘12 6,285 5,430 855 13,830 he told Autofile. “North of that May ‘12 Napier New Plymouth Wanganui Palmerston North Biggest increases predicting about 82,000 passenger have been imported and 68,612 208 33 A meeting took place between When a second test showed topped up last May. o The rejection was upheld and the 15,630 205 76 Japan, stock is hard to get. When Jun ‘12 6,947 6,184 763 6,789

May ‘12 7,742 5,942 1,800 and we would be looking at an r new have been registered to give a Masterton Wellington Nelson Blenheim Greymouth Used vehicle and SUV sales this year. 6,641 (1,306) 5,483 209 26 8,870 7,142 1,728 17,358 211 82 oversupply issue. it’s buoyant, you tend to buy what Jul ‘12 5,335

westport  100.0% Blenheim  Jun ‘12 variance of 8,826 so far this year. r Westport Christchurch Timaru Oamaru Dunedin 95.5% “We’re looking at about 30,600 210 21

209 91 you can because you don’t know Aug ‘12 5,540 6,621 (1,081) 4,402 y t  6,208 1,686 19,044 “There was good buying in Japan Bodde and Mr G Periam, the consumption8500 exceeded the It said the oil needed between trader ordered to refundhames $95,000. 51.2% nelson  Jul64.9% ‘12 7,894 Days with stock at hand has

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napier  34.1% 8,589 5,959 2,630 21,674 207 105 in March, and we saw high arrival what will be available next time. Sep ‘12 17% A rotorua  Aug52.0% ‘12 been steadily increasing from 78 in New Passenger Vehicle Sales by Make - 12 Tauranga Rotorua Gisborne Napier New 209 105 track for 112,000 or 113,000 new 5,688 6,867 (1,179) 2,507 211 Plymouth Sep ‘12 6,828 6,637 191 21,865 numbers in April, May and June. “Dealers also need to bear in Oct ‘12 January to 131 in October. November 2013 213 18 211 107 vehicle sales overall.” Nov ‘12 8,486 7,183 1,303 3,810 dealer’s general manager, on manufacturer’s specification of services was unreasonable, while Wanganui PalmerstonAfter North receivingMasterton payment, the buyerBiggest decreases Oct ‘12 8,155 7,336 819 22,684 Make “The stockpile occurs more at mind it takes four to six weeks to New Passenger Vehicle Sales by Model - Business confidence being Last year 90,754 units were Nov '13 (705) 3,105 215 14 new Used 6,484 2,469 25,153 212 119 Nov '12 +/- % Novget '13stock from Japan.” Dec ‘12 6,414 7,119 November 2013 8000 Wellington Nelson Blenheim Greymouth Whangarei Nov ‘12 8,953 certain times of the year. Since Mkt Share 2013 total 2013 Mkt w  imported and there were 76,871 Finance anganui 27.7% westport  41.7% 26,867 211 128 high and strong regional Toyota Share Make ytd totalModel 72,837 78,311 (5,474) Auckland Hamilton Thames Tauranga Rotorua Dec ‘12 7,816 6,102 1,714 I came back into the industry in Larger operations, of say 300 Nov '13 Nov '12 Nov Mkt 41% gisborne  26.8% sales for a variance of 13,883. 1746 1190 +/- % 2013 2013 Mkt February 14. 0.05l/1,000km, the trader followed consumption of 0.63l/1,000km had to return the car. Masterton  20.0% TWO SAILINGSeconomies in AucklandPER and MONTH JAPAN TO NZ46.7 23.4% Share o 90,754 76,871 13,883 14670 total c timaru  ytd total Holden 19.3% Toyota AVerAge dAShareyS t 3 23.7% timaru  12.4% 685 Corolla USed ImportS 850 wds o 1 673 626 SALeS per StoCk ber 20 1.8 9.2% 8102 2013 Imported 462 VAr35.5IANCe Sto8.4%Ck 7500 AVerAge dAyS Ford Days stock in nZ - UseD import cars 10.7% Toyota SoLd dAy5283 - ytd At 6.9%hANd NeW CArS Ck Days stock in nZ - new cars 618 596 RAV4 Imported VArIANCe StoCk SALeS per Sto 3.7 8.3% 289 80 261.3 2013 SoLd dAy - ytd At hANd 6519 8.6% Total stock at the end of December 2012 31053.9% 2521 3.3% Hyundai 180 572 Holden Commodore PassengeR Vehicle RegistRatiOns 180 LATEST SCHEDULE 624 -8.3 260 0.7 Used Vehicle RegistRatiOns 26,867 7.7% 6695 4,468 7,397171 52.0 (2,929) 3.5% 176 239 New versus used Total stock at the end of December 2012 Mazda 8.8% Mazda Jan ‘13 2399 3.2% North IslaNd versus south IslaNd 160 512 Cx-5 243 6 12% 238 104 160 485 5.6 8,247239 6,922 1,325 1,501 7000 Jan ‘13 5,355 7,385 (2,030) 24,837 6.9% 5447 Feb ‘13 141 69.5 3.2% 2013 10000 Hoegh Xiamen Nissan 7.2% Toyota 1989 243 2.6% 11 7000 223 117 Sepang Express Morning Miracle 140382 yaris 8,852 7,581 1,271 2,772 Feb ‘13 7,027 Port 5,799 Calls 1,228 26,065 Liberty 281 35.9 Mar ‘13 227 140 5.1% 3342 267 -15.0 3.0% 244 24 6740 25,594 222 115V20 Suzuki 4.4% Apr ‘13 10,539 7,418 3,121 5,893 2235 2.9% 9000 Mar ‘13 6,329 6,800 (471) V9 V5 376 Suzuki Swift 6000 2013 V1120 405 -7.2 218 34 216 125 120 5.0% 4436 10,967 254 8,460 -14.2 2,507 8,400 250 Apr ‘13 7,391 5,908 1,483 27,077 Mitsubishi 5.8% May ‘13 2.9% 2750 3.6% Used Ford Payment 2012 Osaka 20 Oct 351 272 Mondeo 227 8,627 252 34 6500 8000 8545 1,082 28,159 214 132 30 Oct 15 Nov 100 29.0 4.7% Jun ‘13 8,089184 7,86298 protection 14% 5000 North Island May ‘13 7,429 6,347 100 29 Nov 3661 4.8% 87.8 2.5% 1201 New Honda Hyundai (1,006) 7,621 261 1.6% 29 7,542 509 28,668 220 130 310 312 Jul ‘13ix35 8,623 9,629 7962 Jun ‘13 8,051 stock of Days 80 -0.6 168 Nagoya 21 Oct 4.2% 2994 81 107.4 29

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The case: The buyer claimed Buyer failed to produce any evidence a three-wheeler’s dynamic power steering system was faulty, and there were also issues with its ‘whatsoever’ to show vehicle was faulty vehicle stability, twin throttle control and anti-lock brake systems. Background wasn’t caused by careless driving aware of two incidents – one with The decision: The tribunal Ellesmere Holdings bought a new or excessive speed, but by a a parked car, the other with a tree. said the purchaser relied on reports Can-Am RS-S Spyder from JFK Jetskis steering fault. Kelly said Mr B Roberts, by other users of the same model to try to establish his vehicle & Rentals – trading as JFK Jetskis and However, he didn’t have the Spyder’s service manager, might have had a fault. It ruled for Motorcycles – for $19,300. vehicle examined and didn’t lodge arranged for Baddeley to the trader, whose evidence was “compelling”. Although the three-wheeler a claim with the buyer’s insurer, complete an incident report, was registered in New Zealand last so there was no independent and for the vehicle to be taken to At: The Motor Vehicle Disputes year, it was described in the vehicle evidence to verify that. Auckland for testing and a quote. Tribunal, Auckland. offer and sale agreement as being His claim was founded on Kelly said the dealer replaced made in 2011. recalls in 2009 and 2010 by the the DPS on 40 vehicles as part of The buyer claimed – after its manufacturer, Canadian company BRP’s recall in 2010 and it never residue and vapour in the fuel director Nigel Baddeley had an Bombardier Recreational Products had any incidents or complaints system and carbon canister to accident – that its dynamic power- (BRP), to correct faults with the from other owners regarding this power the engine. He thought the steering (DPS) system was faulty and model’s DPS. or other safety issues. vehicle went on its side, righted unsafe, and there were problems In his experience and other Roberts sent the report to itself and went up the driveway. with its vehicle stability system (VSS), Spyder owners, the DPS was faulty. BRP in Canada but received no ABS and twin-throttle control system. Baddeley produced comments comments back. The finding He applied to reject it under the from North American owners He took a download from the In determining if it complied with Consumer Guarantees Act (CGA). detailing issues experienced vehicle’s computer and produced the CGA’s guarantee of acceptable The trader denied the DPS with models of various ages and a report dated February 14, which quality, the tribunal expected a new system was dangerous and there mileages to support his view. showed no stored fault codes. Spyder that had clocked up 3,372km were other faults. It believed the He also had copies of Roberts stated the three- over 10 months to be free of faults. accident was caused by excessive complaints lodged with the wheeler’s assembly number and it However, the buyer failed to speed or the driver was at fault. National Highway Traffic Safety was made on January 5, 2011. produce any evidence whatsoever Administration in 2011 and 2013. This was after the 2010 recall to to show it was faulty, unsafe or The case One claimed a Spyder went replace units, so he believed the DPS failed to meet the guarantee. Baddeley bought the vehicle in into limp-home mode suddenly, on this vehicle was an updated one. Baddeley relied on reports Ellesmere Holdings’ name on another that the rider experienced He went for a test ride, and by North American users and April 13, 2013. shaking in the front end and checked the VSS, ABS, twin-throttle comments from Kiwi drivers to try On February 1, he took his 20-year- wheels turned on their own, and control and return systems and to establish his Spyder might have old son as a passenger around another stated the DPS failed. clutch, which were working normally. had a faulty DPS. Whangarei. On returning home, he Baddeley produced comments With regard to BRP’s two recalls, The tribunal considered it xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxsaid he was in first gear travelling at made on an online forum called Roberts said 2009’s was a software would be dangerous to rely on 6-8kph on a dry, shared driveway. Spyder Riders NZ (Auckland) Meet upgrade to de-rate steering these comments to conclude faults After rounding a sharp right-hand Up, on which twoAnnual people posted high sensitivity for stockpile at high speeds. were present in the buyer’s vehicle. Industry manages levels well always been the way. he amount of stock held 1996, it has ebbed and flowed.” units, are more static with their corner on an uneven partdid come of down the after the global Christchurchdiscussions are boosting sales. about steering issues in The second in 2010 was“You can oversupply when The forum reports didn’t link tock levels of new cars have that dropped to this year’s low of by used car dealers during Used car stock levels are holding not changing too much. financial crisis [GFC]. “Trades people are upgrading buying conditions are good, but increased every month 18,653 in January. October was the highest traditionally based on what’s A drop of 50 units may not be “Stocking levels then increased their vehicles,” says Crawford. too drastic. But stock can vary the marketplace normally corrects except one this year,driveway, with David Baddeley Crawford, chief executive said the steering 2013 and 2014. Tmonthly total of the year. happening in Japanto and replace what DPS units because assembly numbers and build dates again and they respond to the “Although passenger cars aren’t so enormously by proportion on yards itself by pulling back from Japan or SOctober’s total of 29,509 being the officer of the Motor Industry There were 10,374 units consumers are buying here. number of new vehicles sold and hot, SUVs are. with 30 to 40 cars. selling down. The numbers might highest of 2013. Association (MIA), says current imported last month with a Conditions there have improved froze causing the front theleft rate at wheel which they are sold.to “People in theHe housing notified market the dealer soon those installed“They can suddenly hadn’t be selling beendrop for a month or two before with this vehicle’s faults, which There were 7,962 sales last models aren’t sitting around in variance of 1,829 on 8,545 sales. recently and the exchange rate “They basically go up when are refinancing their mortgages without having bought for a few trundling up again. month, also this year’s biggest stock for too long. The number of cars in stock has gone up. sales go up, but I’m not so sure to buy big-ticket items especially weeks and being 10-15 units down “There’s no magic supply-chain amount, while the variancehit was a wall.“The The industry tendsvehicle to manage overturned after the accident amountedand to completed 9,323 compared to “October andproduced November are to specification and were critical to show linkage. about the days stock is held for when they are confident about makes them more susceptible,” miracle. When it’s slow, it tends to be 1,400 with 9,362 units imported – stock levels quite well and does this 7,494 in September. normally difficult for the industry, being longer and can’t explain that. keeping their jobs.” says Macdonald. slow for everybody. If you can get the second highest amount after day in, day out,” he told Autofile. There have been two other so the stockpile tends to go “Average sales per day came All that said, some of the “Dealers then jump online to good supply with a good exchange 11,065 imports in August.throwing“My Baddeley data suggests this is a and his son off. a report form on Februarymajor increases during 11. 2013 – withThe up,” says Macdonald.had “But tradeslightly excessive free-play in The tribunal described Roberts’ The TRUSTED online down during the GFC and before regional centres, such as Hawke’s buy more from Japan, but that’s rate, everyone benefits.” The total stock figure at the cyclical thing and levels were no variances between imports and sales swings up over Christmas and the wholesale trading site. that they were much higher.” Bay and Palmerston North, aren’t end of December was 20,683 and higher in previous years, but they holidays, so it goes down. The vehicle went about 3.5 metres showingtrader as much growth listed as repairsof 3,121 of in April$5,704. and 2,507 in May. gears, which caused a feeling of evidence as “compelling”. He said If 80,000 vehicles are sold one “December and January are autoport.net other centres. Graeme Macdonald, chairman Dealer stock of used car imports in New ZealandOct 2013- year and 100,000 are sold the good months for sales because Oct 2013 “But 80 per cent of New Zealand’s of the North Island branch of the AVerAge dAyS Dealer stock of new cars in New Zealand - following year, the average sales USed ImportS 10000 to the other side of the driveway. Mrs L Kelly, directorImported Motor Vehicle Industry people take time“steering off work, the kids vagueness”.Imported VArIANCe StoCk SALeS per StoCk there were no recorded faults, and population is in Auckland and 2012 SoLd dAy - ytd At hANd AVerAge dAyS per day should be higher – and are off school and people may have h e NeW CArS VArIANCe StoCk SALeS per StoCk Association, says the current 2012 Imported SoLd the MIA is expecting more new Christchurch. 8,579 t t hANd Whangarei Auckland Hamilton cThames dAy - ytd A stockpile should correct itself – as it Christmas bonuses or holiday pay. Total stock at the end of December 2011 o The rear tyre gainedvehicles traction, to be sold this year than “If representingyou add in Dunedin and the dealer, said Roberts thought Baddeley might a test drive and inspection failed to Taurangad Rotorua Gisborne Napier New 12,984 “It’s a time when Kiwis tend to 3,191 6,375 (3,184) 5,395 206 26 9500 Plymouth MIA stock estimate as at end of December 2011 Wellington, these centres cover a normally does. Jan ‘12 Biggesti ncreases/Decreases during 2012. 210 21 Wanganui Palmerston u 10,511 242 43 “If the monthly stockpile was make financial decisions, so dealers Feb ‘12 4,920 6,000 (1,080) 4,315 n North Masterton Wellington Jan ‘12 5,026 7,499 (2,473) There were 54,404 sales in 2009, large proportion of the population By town year-on-year need to have plenty of stock to 6,429 75 4,390 209 21 Nelson Blenheim Greymouth Whangarei Auckland n which 7,368 5,633 caused 1,735 12,246 the 223 vehicle 55 to right Baddeley spoke to10,000 her on a regularhusband basis it means have – on Marcoming ‘12 6,504around the corner find malfunctions. Feb ‘12 62,029 in 2010, 64,019 in 2011 and all have strong economies.” 25 u (OctOber 2013 vs OctOber 2012) 218 59 match demand. 6,613 5,877 736 5,126 206 Hamilton Thames Tauranga Rotorua Gisborne Mar ‘12 7,228 6,499 729 12,975 Year to date, 77,438 new cars there are solid holding numbers,” Apr ‘12 and 76,871 in 2012, and the MIA is 900 6,026 208 29 9000 t 209 66 “When the market’s down in 7,693 6,793 Apr ‘12 6,285 5,430 855 13,830 he told Autofile. “North of that May ‘12 Napier New Plymouth Wanganui Palmerston North Biggest increases predicting about 82,000 passenger have been imported and 68,612 208 33 o itself before 15,630 it went 205 uphill 76 on its own and asked for a replacement or a Japan, stock is hard– pulledto get. When onJun ‘12the throttle, 6,947 6,184 which 763 6,789

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napier  34.1% 8,589 5,959 2,630 21,674 207 105 in March, and we saw high arrival what will be available next time. Sep ‘12 17% A rotorua  Aug52.0% ‘12 been steadily increasing from 78 in New Passenger Vehicle Sales by Make - 12 Tauranga Rotorua Gisborne Napier New 209 105 track for 112,000 or 113,000 new 5,688 6,867 (1,179) 2,507 211 Plymouth Sep ‘12 6,828 6,637 191 21,865 numbers in April, May and June. “Dealers also need to bear in Oct ‘12 January to 131 in October. November 2013 213 18 211 107 vehicle sales overall.” Nov ‘12 8,486 7,183 1,303 3,810 Wanganui Palmerston North Masterton Biggest decreases Oct ‘12 into 8,155 another 7,336 819 22,684 wall where it stopped. The businessMake had “Thesold stockpile more occurs more than at mind it takes four to sixWhen weeks to New it Passenger went Vehicleonto Sales its by side, Model - The application was dismissed. Business confidence being Last year 90,754 units were Nov '13 (705) 3,105 215 14 new Used 6,484 2,469 25,153 212 119 Nov '12 +/- % Novget '13stock from Japan.” Dec ‘12 6,414 7,119 November 2013 8000 Wellington Nelson Blenheim Greymouth Whangarei Nov ‘12 8,953 certain times of the year. Since Mkt Share 2013 total 2013 Mkt w  imported and there were 76,871 Finance anganui 27.7% westport  41.7% 26,867 211 128 high and strong regional Toyota Share Make ytd totalModel 72,837 78,311 (5,474) Auckland Hamilton Thames Tauranga Rotorua Dec ‘12 7,816 6,102 1,714 I came back into the industry in Larger operations, of say 300 Nov '13 Nov '12 Nov Mkt 41% gisborne  26.8% sales for a variance of 13,883. 1746 1190 +/- % 2013 2013 Mkt Masterton  20.0% TWOBaddeley SAILINGS said the impacteconomies in AucklandPER and MONTH120 Spyders JAPAN since 2008. TO It was NZ only46.7 23.4% he suggested there was enoughShare o 90,754 76,871 13,883 14670 total c timaru  ytd total Holden 19.3% Toyota AVerAge dAShareyS t 3 23.7% timaru  12.4% 685 Corolla USed ImportS 850 wds o 1 673 626 SALeS per StoCk ber 20 1.8 9.2% 8102 2013 Imported 462 VAr35.5IANCe Sto8.4%Ck 7500 AVerAge dAyS Ford Days stock in nZ - UseD import cars 10.7% Toyota SoLd dAy5283 - ytd At 6.9%hANd NeW CArS Ck Days stock in nZ - new cars 618 596 RAV4 Imported VArIANCe StoCk SALeS per Sto 3.7 8.3% 289 80 261.3 2013 SoLd dAy - ytd At hANd 6519 8.6% Total stock at the end of December 2012 31053.9% 2521 3.3% Hyundai 180 572 Holden Commodore PassengeR Vehicle RegistRatiOns 180 LATEST SCHEDULE 624 -8.3 260 0.7 Used Vehicle RegistRatiOns 26,867 7.7% 6695 4,468 7,397171 52.0 (2,929) 3.5% 176 239 New versus used Total stock at the end of December 2012 Mazda 8.8% Mazda Jan ‘13 2399 3.2% North IslaNd versus south IslaNd 160 512 Cx-5 243 6 12% 238 104 160 485 5.6 8,247239 6,922 1,325 1,501 7000 Jan ‘13 5,355 7,385 (2,030) 24,837 6.9% 5447 Feb ‘13 141 69.5 3.2% 2013 10000 Hoegh Xiamen Nissan 7.2% Toyota 1989 243 2.6% 11 7000 223 117 Sepang Express Morning Miracle 140382 yaris 8,852 7,581 1,271 2,772 Feb ‘13 7,027 Port 5,799 Calls 1,228 26,065 Liberty 281 35.9 Mar ‘13 227 140 5.1% 3342 267 -15.0 3.0% 244 24 6740 25,594 222 115V20 Suzuki 4.4% Apr ‘13 10,539 7,418 3,121 5,893 2235 2.9% 9000 Mar ‘13 6,329 6,800 (471) V9 V5 376 Suzuki Swift 6000 2013 V1120 405 -7.2 218 34 216 125 120 5.0% 4436 10,967 254 8,460 -14.2 2,507 8,400 250 Apr ‘13 7,391 5,908 1,483 27,077 Mitsubishi 5.8% May ‘13 2.9% 2750 3.6% Used Ford Payment 2012 Osaka 20 Oct 351 272 Mondeo 227 8,627 252 34 6500 8000 8545 1,082 28,159 214 132 30 Oct 15 Nov 100 29.0 4.7% Jun ‘13 8,089184 7,86298 protection 14% 5000 North Island May ‘13 7,429 6,347 100 29 Nov 3661 4.8% 87.8 2.5% 1201 New Honda Hyundai (1,006) 7,621 261 1.6% 29 7,542 509 28,668 220 130 310 312 Jul ‘13ix35 8,623 9,629 7962 Jun ‘13 8,051 stock of Days 80 -0.6 168 Nagoya 21 Oct 4.2% 2994 81 107.4 29

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Jun '14 2014 Mkt Jun '14 2014 2014 Mkt Make Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % 2014 Total Make Model Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % Mkt Share share Mkt Share Total share

Toyota 2532 1948 30.0 23.5% 14331 23.7% Nissan Tiida 618 367 68.4 5.7% 3296 5.5%

Nissan 2128 1403 51.7 19.8% 11228 18.6% Suzuki Swift 541 394 37.3 5.0% 3007 5.0%

Mazda 1718 1362 26.1 16.0% 9955 16.5% Mazda Axela 531 365 45.5 4.9% 2817 4.7%

Honda 1119 811 38.0 10.4% 6461 10.7% Mazda Demio 379 384 -1.3 3.5% 2586 4.3%

Suzuki 661 457 44.6 6.1% 3617 6.0% Honda Fit 344 302 13.9 3.2% 2141 3.5%

Bmw 469 268 75.0 4.4% 2418 4.0% Toyota Wish 269 190 41.6 2.5% 1593 2.6%

Mitsubishi 417 384 8.6 3.9% 2279 3.8% Toyota Corolla 265 264 0.4 2.5% 1597 2.6%

Subaru 415 351 18.2 3.9% 2435 4.0% Mazda Atenza 250 209 19.6 2.3% 1381 2.3%

Volkswagen 358 243 47.3 3.3% 2107 3.5% Subaru Legacy 244 216 13.0 2.3% 1380 2.3%

Audi 240 150 60.0 2.2% 1220 2.0% Volkswagen Golf 222 140 58.6 2.1% 1278 2.1%

Mercedes-Benz 161 118 36.4 1.5% 996 1.7% Toyota Vitz 219 203 7.9 2.0% 1410 2.3%

Ford 115 75 53.3 1.1% 697 1.2% Nissan Note 207 116 78.4 1.9% 1051 1.7%

Volvo 62 37 67.6 0.6% 326 0.5% Mazda Mpv 194 190 2.1 1.8% 1205 2.0%

Chevrolet 49 44 11.4 0.5% 331 0.5% Honda Odyssey 180 101 78.2 1.7% 986 1.6%

Jaguar 41 21 95.2 0.4% 238 0.4% Mitsubishi Outlander 180 180 0.0 1.7% 853 1.4%

Lexus 40 15 166.7 0.4% 233 0.4% Mazda Premacy 150 82 82.9 1.4% 734 1.2%

Hyundai 38 10 280.0 0.4% 193 0.3% Nissan March 137 124 10.5 1.3% 917 1.5%

Mini 36 18 100.0 0.3% 215 0.4% Toyota Estima 134 116 15.5 1.2% 787 1.3%

Holden 27 13 107.7 0.3% 141 0.2% Nissan Bluebird 133 158 -15.8 1.2% 763 1.3%

Land Rover 26 35 -25.7 0.2% 165 0.3% Mitsubishi Colt 128 88 45.5 1.2% 715 1.2%

Daihatsu 15 12 25.0 0.1% 95 0.2% Toyota Ist 128 180 -28.9 1.2% 886 1.5%

Dodge 14 14 0.0 0.1% 74 0.1% Honda Accord 125 96 30.2 1.2% 752 1.2%

Peugeot 10 10 0.0 0.1% 69 0.1% Nissan Skyline 123 43 186.0 1.1% 532 0.9%

Porsche 7 10 -30.0 0.1% 74 0.1% Nissan Dualis 115 48 139.6 1.1% 420 0.7%

Renault 7 4 75.0 0.1% 33 0.1% Nissan Teana 114 81 40.7 1.1% 635 1.1%

Chrysler 6 6 0.0 0.1% 24 0.0% Toyota Auris 114 63 81.0 1.1% 712 1.2%

Alfa Romeo 5 3 66.7 0.0% 23 0.0% Toyota Markx 113 40 182.5 1.1% 502 0.8%

Kia 5 0 500.0 0.0% 18 0.0% Bmw 320i 111 67 65.7 1.0% 628 1.0%

Fiat 4 0 400.0 0.0% 18 0.0% Honda Stream 110 78 41.0 1.0% 598 1.0%

Jeep 4 5 -20.0 0.0% 32 0.1% Nissan Murano 110 71 54.9 1.0% 580 1.0%

Aston Martin 3 2 50.0 0.0% 10 0.0% Toyota Blade 106 46 130.4 1.0% 559 0.9%

Smart 3 2 50.0 0.0% 15 0.0% Honda Crv 104 40 160.0 1.0% 505 0.8%

Buick 2 0 200.0 0.0% 13 0.0% Mazda Verisa 102 48 112.5 0.9% 493 0.8%

Citroen 2 0 200.0 0.0% 18 0.0% Toyota Caldina 102 75 36.0 0.9% 537 0.9%

Maserati 2 2 0.0 0.0% 20 0.0% Toyota Avensis 99 79 25.3 0.9% 542 0.9%

Others 19 29 -34.5 0.2% 234 0.4% Others 3759 2618 43.6 34.9% 20978 34.8%

Total 10760 7862 36.9 100.0% 60356 100.0% Total 10760 7862 36.9 100.0% 60356 100.0%

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26 | www.autofile.co.nz www.heiwa-auto.co.nz Car buyers braving the cold he onset of winter is “But if it’s hard to buy, it’s easy We just have to get through the one of the finance companies,” failing to keep buyers to sell. As a buyer, we have to try winter and the oversupply of he says. away from used car to buy cars no one else has. stock just happens to be taking “There’s a perception that yards,T with last month seeing “We’re not seeing any resistance place now.” when people come through the 10,760 used imported passenger towards bigger vehicles, such as Stewart doesn’t expect trade door with cash that they are in a vehicles sold. coaches, because people who to trail off too much compared stronger bargaining position, but That was 2,898 units – or 36.9 generally buy that sort of stock to past winters “because people they aren’t because we still have per cent – ahead of June 2013’s tend to need it.” will still look for cars on their to write an invoice.” total of 7,862. Stewart has staff members computers on cold, rainy days”. Martin Dunn, of Universal Bruce Stewart, owner of who have been with the business Paul Burborough, of Winger Imports in Warkworth, says: “The Coventry Cars in Lower Hutt, for a long time, which is a relief Hamilton, describes the used car light commercial stuff has been describes trade as being “pretty because “it’s always a struggle market in the city as “steady as going well as have SUVs, but it’s strong” at the moment. to get people in this industry she goes”. really difficult to get a hold of “The margins aren’t as good as because of the weekend work”. He says: “June wasn’t quite them because the stock hasn’t they have been, but the volumes He says: “For guys who have as firm as it has been all year. I been readily available. are okay and there’s still business been working weekends for a don’t think used car sales will get Dunn, who came to New out there,” he told Autofile. Zealand with 20 years’ experience “We’re all in the same boat Used Imported Passenger Registrations - 2012-2014 from the UK’s motor trade, says in that there’s an oversupply of the other dealer in the town is a 12500 used imports at the moment and Toyota franchise so he has found

we want to be in the top 25 per 11500 a niche for used imports. cent of dealers. He also keeps an eye on “We are pretty good marketers 10500 changes in legislation and feels and chase business as opposed recent amendments to laws – to waiting for it to come to us 9500 such as the Consumer Guarantees because the middle 50 per cent and Fair Trading Acts – “might 8500 of the market isn’t somewhere help because we might rid of a we want to be.” few cowboys” to the benefit of 7500 Coventry Cars was voted the those operating legitimately. 2012 best used car dealership in the 6500 Top of the table last month was 2013 Wellington region for six years 2014 the Nissan Tiida on 618 units. It running in the Motor Trade 5500 was followed by Suzuki’s Swift on Association’s annual awards. Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 541 and Mazda’s Axela on 531. The It has been around for two Demio recorded 379 units, while decades, with about one in every long time it’s just routine, but worse, but I don’t think we’ll see the Honda Fit came in with 344. two cars sold being to a repeat or it’s difficult for those new to the the growth. Toyota topped the marques referred customer. industry.” “Just because we have had table on 2,532 units to bring its “With more than 180 vehicles Stewart feels there are also one slow month in this area, it’s year-to-date market share to 23.7 in stock at any one time, we have regional differences between not time to hit the panic button. per cent. This was a 30 per cent vehicles to fit most needs,” says New Zealand’s big centres. The pricing of used vehicles is jump on 1,948 in June 2013. Stewart. “Wellington is different key and to be competitive you Nissan was second on “We try to sell station wagons because our economy isn’t have to price well.” 2,128, followed by Mazda on and hatches – everything really – growing at the rate of Auckland Peter Day, of Peter Day Motors 1,718. Honda secured 1,119 but there has been a short supply and Christchurch,” he says. in Palmerston North, says finance registrations and Suzuki had 661. of good wagons. “During an election year, our has been competitive. BMW remained the top “I’m quite fussy and go for late city tends to hurt as well with “I have been noticing a lot European marque with 469 models and low-mileage stock. people not putting their hands in of people are organising their registrations. This increased its There’s a general rule of thumb their pockets as much. finance before they come into total by 75 per cent compared to that if it’s easy to buy, it’s hard “But going forward, the long- the dealership and it’s easy to do 268 in June 2013. It was followed to sell. term prospects are quite good. an online application through by Volkswagen on 358.

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www.autofile.co.nz | 27 New Passenger Vehicle Sales by Make - June 2014 New Passenger Vehicle Sales by Model - June 2014

Jun '14 2014 Mkt Jun '14 2014 2014 Mkt Make Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % 2014 Total Make Model Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % Mkt Share share Mkt Share Total share Toyota 1448 1433 1.0 17.0% 6485 14.6% Toyota Rav4 371 343 8.2 4.4% 1143 2.6% Holden 960 814 17.9 11.3% 4819 10.9% Toyota Corolla 333 416 -20.0 3.9% 2313 5.2% Hyundai 940 895 5.0 11.0% 4097 9.2% Toyota Highlander 308 165 86.7 3.6% 866 2.0% Ford 714 728 -1.9 8.4% 3669 8.3% Holden Commodore 302 270 11.9 3.5% 1398 3.2% Mitsubishi 617 298 107.0 7.2% 2702 6.1% Suzuki Swift 257 251 2.4 3.0% 1438 3.2% Mazda 543 470 15.5 6.4% 3226 7.3% Holden Captiva 253 165 53.3 3.0% 1196 2.7% Suzuki 475 422 12.6 5.6% 2645 6.0% Mazda Mazda3 222 94 136.2 2.6% 1148 2.6% Volkswagen 410 393 4.3 4.8% 2178 4.9% Ford Focus 212 191 11.0 2.5% 945 2.1% Nissan 307 343 -10.5 3.6% 2431 5.5% Mazda Cx-5 198 155 27.7 2.3% 1256 2.8% Kia 299 256 16.8 3.5% 1538 3.5% Hyundai Santa Fe 195 312 -37.5 2.3% 1008 2.3% Audi 196 195 0.5 2.3% 1089 2.5% Toyota Landcruiser Prado 194 120 61.7 2.3% 428 1.0% Mercedes-Benz 183 89 105.6 2.1% 960 2.2% Hyundai ix35 181 153 18.3 2.1% 898 2.0% Bmw 174 201 -13.4 2.0% 1127 2.5% Hyundai i30 174 167 4.2 2.0% 831 1.9% Honda 165 236 -30.1 1.9% 1518 3.4% Mitsubishi Outlander 165 124 33.1 1.9% 800 1.8% Subaru 153 153 0.0 1.8% 890 2.0% Volkswagen Golf 164 157 4.5 1.9% 1048 2.4% Ssangyong 120 76 57.9 1.4% 491 1.1% Hyundai Accent 148 19 678.9 1.7% 350 0.8% Jeep 104 54 92.6 1.2% 607 1.4% Mitsubishi Asx 142 51 178.4 1.7% 411 0.9% Peugeot 103 74 39.2 1.2% 561 1.3% Holden Cruze 133 157 -15.3 1.6% 862 1.9% Skoda 90 47 91.5 1.1% 436 1.0% Ford Territory 131 113 15.9 1.5% 582 1.3% Land Rover 84 37 127.0 1.0% 466 1.1% Mitsubishi Mirage 110 62 77.4 1.3% 345 0.8% Chery 54 18 200.0 0.6% 160 0.4% Hyundai Imax 108 49 120.4 1.3% 135 0.3% Lexus 47 40 17.5 0.6% 273 0.6% Ford Kuga 107 145 -26.2 1.3% 721 1.6% Citroen 44 36 22.2 0.5% 243 0.5% Mitsubishi Pajero 104 13 700.0 1.2% 222 0.5% Mini 41 29 41.4 0.5% 278 0.6% Ford Falcon 98 85 15.3 1.2% 371 0.8% Porsche 36 12 200.0 0.4% 153 0.3% Suzuki Sx4 S-Cross 98 -- 1.2% 431 1.0% Renault 35 6 483.3 0.4% 98 0.2% Toyota Yaris 96 152 -36.8 1.1% 833 1.9% Dodge 31 52 -40.4 0.4% 233 0.5% Mitsubishi Lancer 95 40 137.5 1.1% 891 2.0% Fiat 30 0 3000.0 0.4% 161 0.4% Nissan X-Trail 95 76 25.0 1.1% 760 1.7% Volvo 25 15 66.7 0.3% 219 0.5% Kia Sportage 88 66 33.3 1.0% 463 1.0% Great Wall 17 29 -41.4 0.2% 79 0.2% Holden Barina 86 35 145.7 1.0% 385 0.9% Alfa Romeo 12 12 0.0 0.1% 133 0.3% Ssangyong Korando 86 40 115.0 1.0% 305 0.7% Isuzu 12 0 1200.0 0.1% 46 0.1% Volkswagen Polo 82 128 -35.9 1.0% 309 0.7% Jaguar 12 14 -14.3 0.1% 62 0.1% Holden Trax 80 -- 0.9% 371 0.8% Mg 8 0 800.0 0.1% 20 0.0% Nissan Qashqai 79 91 -13.2 0.9% 633 1.4% Can-Am 6 0 600.0 0.1% 33 0.1% Volkswagen Tiguan 79 48 64.6 0.9% 417 0.9% Maserati 6 0 600.0 0.1% 36 0.1% Ford Fiesta 78 100 -22.0 0.9% 518 1.2% Bentley 4 0 400.0 0.0% 20 0.0% Honda Crv 73 50 46.0 0.9% 445 1.0% Mahindra 4 0 400.0 0.0% 25 0.1% Kia Cerato 60 42 42.9 0.7% 290 0.7% Chrysler 3 18 -83.3 0.0% 44 0.1% Hyundai i20 55 59 -6.8 0.6% 403 0.9% Mclaren 2 0 200.0 0.0% 8 0.0% Jeep Grand Cherokee 55 35 57.1 0.6% 420 0.9% Others 3 46 -93.5 0.0% 67 0.2% Others 2622 2802 -6.4 30.8% 15737 35.5% Total 8517 7541 12.9 100.0% 44326 100.0% Total 8517 7541 12.9 100.0% 44326 100.0%

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here were 8,517 passenger through ups and down, so it’s how thing led to another and we were because it sits a bit higher up and is vehicles sold during June, you adjust to those changes.” unable to,” says West. easy to get into. which was up by 976 Staffing is one area he feels “We have our own Northland However, the take-up of finance Tunits and 13 per cent on the same has an essential role to play in any Fieldays and sales leads from that has dropped off since the middle month of 2013, with year-to-date franchise’s success. were very strong, and I would say of last year. registrations now standing at 44,326. “Service and parts should equal to the best we’ve ever had. “We’re not as good as we The Toyota RAV4 was the underpin any dealership,” says “I’m also looking forward would like to be on the finance top-selling model with a 4.4 per Farmer. “Technicians are always to the arrival of Ford’s new side,” says Read. cent market share and 371 units, in demand especially with new Mustang. It will be a niche “It seems to have tightened followed by the Corolla on 333 and vehicle volumes where they are at market and you won’t see that up and not as many people are Highlander on 308 for the marque now, so it’s only natural workshop many sitting around.” getting approved. We have lost deals to take out the trifecta. volumes will continue going up. Simon Jackson, general because our buyers can’t get finance.” The Japanese manufacturer also “With sales staff, I always look manager of Armstrong Prestige Stephen Moore, of Moore Cars led the car market with a 17 per cent to employ on character because in Palmerston North, says: “Audi in Whangarei – the local franchise share and 1,448 sales last month. everything else can be trained.” and Volkswagen numbers are up for Kia and Isuzu, is surprised the Holden came second on 960 Optima hasn’t been flying out units and 11.3 per cent, while the door and “it’s in a part of the Hyundai was third with 940. New Passenger Registrations - 2012-2014 market we’re struggling to move”. Paul Burborough, dealer principal 9000 He adds: “I’m driving one at the of Winger Hamilton, reports Suzuki’s 8500 moment and it’s a beautiful car. A Swift has been strong in the market lot of people say it’s too big and for private buyers. 8000 because the Cerato is so well- “There is more competition appointed, some feel they don’t 7500 available now and some of that need to spend more for the Optima.” relates to trends,” he says. 7000 The registration of 12,519 new “The Swift has been number passenger and commercial vehicles 6500 one in its segment for the best part in June represented an increase of nine years and there aren’t many 6000 of 17 per cent on the same month 2012 models that remain there for that of 2013 and by 14 per cent for this 5500 2013 period in the car market. 2014 year so far. “You only have to go back a 5000 Luxury car sales are doing couple of years to see there weren’t Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec well and they are considered to many vehicles priced at $19,990. be a leading indicator of where Now everyone seems to have a car the economy is at and going, in this bracket.” Farmer says the group is not ruling considerably, while the overall while Fieldays gave June another Burborough believes many out expansion outside Tauranga. market has been strong. boost with many dealerships dealers are experiencing growth “Never say never because we are “The VW Golf is our bread offering specials. in registrations and has seen the constantly in opportunity mode.” and butter. It has won numerous SUVs took 32 per cent of all new small car market expand over the LJ West, dealer principal of awards and is an extremely good vehicle sales in June, followed by past few years. Dargaville Ford, says the rural area’s package at a fantastic price.” pick-ups and chassis-cabs on 22 “Used cars aren’t quite as firm fortunes tend to follow on from Jackson is looking forward to per cent and small passenger cars as they have been because of rises and falls for farmers. the launch of Audi’s RS and Q3, on 15 per cent. the great value in new,” he says. If good pay-outs for them and says sales of the A3 have been Toyota led the overall market “Something had to give and it has continue, he can see the tracking well. with a 20 per cent market share been used vehicles.” automotive industry having a Brian Read, dealer principal and 2,555 sales. Mike Farmer is group managing “couple of years” of growth levels of Gisborne Motors, says the Ford came second on 11 per director of Farmer Autovillage in currently being witnessed when it dealership recently received its first cent and 1,361 units. Holden Tauranga, which holds franchises comes to new vehicle registrations. Ford EcoSport. was a close third on 1,344 for 11 marques. “We would normally send a He believes this model will registrations, which was also “The market will always go representative to Fieldays, but one prove popular with older people 11 per cent of the market. Your first choice in automotive lending.

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ealers have reported good but our business was represented by sector since the Motor Industry manager at Waikato Toyota, says inquiry and sales of new two staff members and we must have Association started recording this sales were up in June compared to commercials by attending spoken to more than 140 people. data in 1981. the same period last year. FieldaysD – and on the back of “From an Isuzu point of view, it’s Sales were up by 26 per cent The dealership is also doing specials being run in tandem with the fastest-growing brand in the compared to 3,181 in June 2013, well selling Hiaces and overall the Mystery Creek event. country for sales and well-ahead of and it was also the biggest month commercial sales are heading in Paul Burborough, of Winger last year.” of 2014 for the Hilux nationally the right direction. Hamilton, says his franchises provided The registration of 4,002 with 847 registrations. Ford’s However, he says it isn’t farmers support for Isuzu and Suzuki at the new commercials last month Ranger managed 574. who have been spending – generally national agricultural show. was the strongest month for the Paul Fisher, new vehicle sales it has been trades people and families. “Inquiry was good and sales “There is confidence in were even better,” he told Autofile. New Commercial Sales - 2012-2014 everything,” enthuses Fisher. 4250 “The Wednesday and Thursday 4000 “People are happier and there are were challenging weather-wise, 3750 some pretty awesome packages but there was genuine interest 3500 out there at the moment. 3250 from people attending. Friday and “You can buy a new vehicle that’s 3000 Saturday were exceptional. 2750 maintenance-free for five years with “There was no downtime on 2500 free servicing, so purchasing one is any day, and it was great being in 2250 almost a cheaper option than used. 2000 an environment where so many “We always have a spike over 1750 people come and see you over a 1500 2012 Fieldays and business still seems short period. 1250 2013 to be growing quite nicely, which 2014 “Collectively, it would be hard to 1000 seems to be happening right say how many visitors we spoke to, Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec around the country.”

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Jun '14 2014 2014 Jun '14 2014 2014 Make Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % Make Model Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % Mkt Share Full Year Mkt share Mkt Share Full Year Mkt share Toyota 1107 917 20.7 27.7% 4378 24.5% Toyota Hilux 847 665 27.4 21.2% 2916 16.3% Ford 647 482 34.2 16.2% 3084 17.2% Ford Ranger 574 665 -13.7 14.3% 2765 15.5% Holden 384 283 35.7 9.6% 1461 8.2% Holden Colorado 359 281 27.8 9.0% 1356 7.6% Mitsubishi 284 264 7.6 7.1% 1218 6.8% Nissan Navara 247 286 -13.6 6.2% 1387 7.8% Isuzu 272 215 26.5 6.8% 1072 6.0% Toyota Hiace 234 226 3.5 5.8% 1349 7.5% Nissan 247 298 -17.1 6.2% 1387 7.8% Mitsubishi Triton 216 193 11.9 5.4% 827 4.6% Mazda 159 205 -22.4 4.0% 715 4.0% Isuzu D-Max 175 98 78.6 4.4% 655 3.7% Volkswagen 148 116 27.6 3.7% 655 3.7% Mazda Bt-50 159 205 -22.4 4.0% 714 4.0% Great Wall 106 45 135.6 2.6% 469 2.6% Volkswagen Amarok 113 80 41.3 2.8% 411 2.3% Hyundai 91 17 435.3 2.3% 425 2.4% Great Wall V240 87 32 171.9 2.2% 366 2.0% Ssangyong 87 45 93.3 2.2% 451 2.5% Hyundai iload 87 13 569.2 2.2% 415 2.3% Mitsubishi Fuso 78 38 105.3 1.9% 303 1.7% Ssangyong Actyon Sport 87 45 93.3 2.2% 451 2.5% Hino 62 31 100.0 1.5% 342 1.9% Ford Transit 67 58 15.5 1.7% 289 1.6% Mercedes-Benz 51 26 96.2 1.3% 263 1.5% Mitsubishi L300 67 69 -2.9 1.7% 390 2.2% Foton 45 26 73.1 1.1% 184 1.0% Isuzu N Series 49 50 -2.0 1.2% 180 1.0% Ldv 33 0 3300.0 0.8% 176 1.0% Foton Tunland 41 0 4100.0 1.0% 168 0.9% Ud Trucks 27 10 170.0 0.7% 119 0.7% Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 37 24 54.2 0.9% 196 1.1% Daf 23 16 43.8 0.6% 103 0.6% Mitsubishi Fuso Fighter 36 18 100.0 0.9% 107 0.6% Man 21 6 250.0 0.5% 155 0.9% Hino 500 35 21 66.7 0.9% 160 0.9% Fiat 20 21 -4.8 0.5% 129 0.7% Isuzu F Series 33 36 -8.3 0.8% 167 0.9% Others 110 120 -8.3 2.7% 798 4.5% Others 452 116 289.7 11.3% 2618 14.6% Total 4002 3181 25.8 100.0% 17887 100.0% Total 4002 3181 25.8 100.0% 17887 100.0%

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30 | www.autofile.co.nz used commercial sales Fieldays helps to boost business Tradies bolster sales figures egistrations of used Stock has been selling not always able to get the stock “a bit harder” than new. commercial vehicles particularly well to those working we want due to price”. “People come in looking for are continuing to track in trade-related industries. He adds: “There haven’t a Hilux between $10,000 and Rupwards this year. “Overall, I’d guess we’ve had a 20 seen stock shortages in Japan. $30,000, but they are incredibly There were 584 sales last month, per cent increase, which would be Sometimes prices there vary hard to come by.” which was up by 26.4 per cent about right on this time last year,” depending on what’s happening, When it comes to ute trade- compared to 462 in June 2013, to adds Dallimore. “There has been an but they’ve been bearable lately.” ins, he says: “It depends whether bring the year-to-date total to 3,667. improvement and that’s good to see.” David Wilmot, of Wilmot customers can be bothered. John Dallimore, of City Inquiry has been steady Toyota in Warkworth, says trade “The smaller fleet we’ve got Motor Group in Auckland, which heading into winter, but “we’re in the used commercials sector is here is more than likely to trade, holds between 50 and 60 used but we have to pay pretty good commercials, says business has Used Commercial Sales - 2012-2014 money for it. 750 been “pretty steady”. “For instance, we have two 700 He told Autofile: “We carry what double-cab 2011 Hiluxes – one is 650 we can sell, but don’t have a large 600 automatic and the other is manual. commercial sector. We sell single 550 Both are around $40,000. and double-cab light trucks, and a 500 “If we could find more $20,000 range of vans but don’t stock utes.” 450 Hiluxes, we would be happy, but Dallimore says the average 400 we just don’t seem to find that sort buyer’s price point for a van is 350 of stock.” generally around $20,000. 300 2012 Toyotas continue to dominate 250 2013 “We hold stock for 90 days and 2014 national sales with 305 last month, generally we’ll look at price reductions 200 up by 51.7 per cent compared to if it doesn’t sell within that timeframe.” Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec 201 in June 2013.

Used Commercial Sales by Make - June 2014 Used Commercial Sales by Model - June 2014

Jun '14 2014 2014 Jun '14 2014 2014 Make Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % Make Model Jun '14 Jun '13 +/- % Mkt Share Full Year Mkt share Mkt Share Full Year Mkt share Toyota 305 201 51.7 52.2% 1816 49.5% Toyota Hiace 223 141 58.2 38.2% 1365 37.2% Nissan 118 107 10.3 20.2% 771 21.0% Nissan Caravan 66 45 46.7 11.3% 366 10.0% Mazda 32 28 14.3 5.5% 161 4.4% Nissan Vanette 32 44 -27.3 5.5% 237 6.5% Isuzu 26 17 52.9 4.5% 196 5.3% Toyota Regius 31 19 63.2 5.3% 158 4.3% Mitsubishi 21 11 90.9 3.6% 112 3.1% Mazda Bongo 30 22 36.4 5.1% 131 3.6% Ford 14 31 -54.8 2.4% 143 3.9% Toyota Dyna 25 25 0.0 4.3% 127 3.5% Chevrolet 12 7 71.4 2.1% 79 2.2% Isuzu Elf 19 13 46.2 3.3% 95 2.6% Hino 10 10 0.0 1.7% 65 1.8% Toyota Toyoace 12 11 9.1 2.1% 61 1.7% Suzuki 7 2 250.0 1.2% 18 0.5% Nissan Atlas 11 6 83.3 1.9% 72 2.0% Daf 5 2 150.0 0.9% 10 0.3% Mitsubishi Canter 8 6 33.3 1.4% 33 0.9% Holden 5 13 -61.5 0.9% 56 1.5% Suzuki Carry 7 2 250.0 1.2% 18 0.5% Fiat 3 2 50.0 0.5% 30 0.8% Toyota Hilux 7 0 700.0 1.2% 58 1.6% Peugeot 3 1 200.0 0.5% 6 0.2% Mitsubishi Delica 6 2 200.0 1.0% 34 0.9% Volkswagen 3 5 -40.0 0.5% 20 0.5% Chevrolet Silverado 5 1 400.0 0.9% 31 0.8% Citroen 2 0 200.0 0.3% 4 0.1% Daf Lf55 4 2 100.0 0.7% 7 0.2% Gmc 2 1 100.0 0.3% 20 0.5% Ford F150 4 4 0.0 0.7% 14 0.4% Liebherr 2 0 200.0 0.3% 3 0.1% Hino Dutro 4 6 -33.3 0.7% 26 0.7% Mitsubishi Fuso 2 1 100.0 0.3% 8 0.2% Isuzu Forward 4 1 300.0 0.7% 34 0.9% Vauxhall 2 1 100.0 0.3% 6 0.2% Hino 500 3 0 300.0 0.5% 3 0.1% Dodge 1 3 -66.7 0.2% 15 0.4% Holden Commodore 3 0 300.0 0.5% 16 0.4% Others 9 19 -52.6 1.5% 128 3.5% Others 80 112 -28.6 13.7% 781 21.3% Total 584 462 26.4 100.0% 3667 100.0% Total 584 462 26.4 100.0% 3667 100.0%

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