Issue 1: September 2020 Beginning to Torque Welcome to the first issue of Macaulay Torque, a place for us to share exciting product updates, specials and information about our business and our community with you.

As I write this, I’m finding for many business and gramme where we will Service Centre in Wana- it hard to believe it’s Sep- community groups in donate $250 to clubs ka, which will open in the tember already, daylight Southland and Central that we sponsor when coming weeks. See the savings is just around the Otago and at the end of supporters, family and most recent photos of corner and we are keep- lock down we joined the players purchase a new the new site on page 2. ing our fingers crossed to call alongside other busi- or used vehicle. We’ve move down to Alert Level We hope that this news- 1 next week! e’re very aware it has been particularly letter will give you some insights into our busi- tough for many. . . in Southland and When Covid-19 hit inter- W ness and our great team, nationally, Central Otago and at the end of lock down we along with the opportu- redeployed their resourc- joined. . . other businesses in the community nity to grab some great es and produced face and encouraged people to support local. deals and see more infor- shields, which they dis- mation about our fantas- tributed to dealerships tic product range. throughout the world. nesses in the community been blown away by the We were thrilled to be A big thank you to all our and encouraged people response to this initia- customers for your ongo- able to offer these to lo- to support local. tive and feedback on its cal healthcare workers, ing support, particularly success (see page 6 for in these unprecedented along with a number of We also recognised early more info). frontline staff across that some of the sport- times. a variety of industries ing groups we sponsor For us, so far this year Enjoy reading our first when the virus hit us in have been significantly has been very eventful edition and we’d love to late February. impacted with funding and we have continued hear your feedback! since Covid-19 hit and with our plans for an ex- We’re very aware it has the Macaulay Motors citing development of a - Tim Rabbitte, been particularly tough team launched a pro- brand new, purpose built Dealer Principal

Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Wanaka Service Centre Highly Anticipated All- Releases 100 opening soon! MacaulayNew Ford Puma! Motors Year Anniversary Series!

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Macaulay Motors NEW LOCATION

Wanaka Service Centre Opening Soon The Macaulay Motors team is super excited about our brand new, purpose built service centre in Wanaka which is due to open in the coming weeks. Based in McCormick tastic opportunity to of- ment opportunities as we Street at Three Parks, fer customers more con- recruit for our front line the new site is shared venience by having the and technical teams, so with our sister compa- choice of whether they you might see some local ny Southern Lakes Mo- want to use Queenstown faces at the new branch! tors who represent the or Wanaka for their ser- Mitsubishi and Nissan vicing and repair needs. We’ll be communicating brands. separately with our cus- With more businesses tomers about the exact With the huge growth in the local area as well, opening day and when We have vacancies for in Wanaka over recent we know that our new bookings will be avail- automotive technicians in our years, along with our branch will provide more able in Wanaka. Keep new Wanaka Service Centre. customer base growing options for our Central an eye on our Facebook This is an opportunity to join in the area and surround- Otago fleet customers. page too! our awesome team and access ing districts, the decision the support of factory Ford and to invest in the area with In addition to great ser- Mazda training. For more information please a brand new site was vice for the community, we are also proud to be contact Steve Snoep: logical. We see the new [email protected] Wanaka branch as a fan- able to offer new employ- Attention Wanaka Customers! When our Wanaka Service Centre opens you will still receive a reminder from Queenstown. If you prefer to get your servicing done in Wanaka this will be updated during your next visit.

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Macaulay Motors FORD NEWS

New Models From Ford Set To Take New Zealand By Storm Ford New Zealand are gearing up for the release of two highly anticipated models: the All-New Ford Escape and the All-New Ford Puma. The All-New Ford Escape costs. roofline and pronounced apart from the crowd.” will bring a fresh offer- wheels arches, teamed ing for SUV buyers with The new Escape will be with a sleek silhouette “Escape and Puma are next-gen technology, in- joined by the highly-con- give the Puma an athletic also distinguished by ad- cluding a plug-in hybrid tented Ford Puma. yet premium look. vanced safety and driver assistance technology, model. This will be the The Ford Puma is an first electrified Ford SUV Simon Rutherford, Man- such as FordPass Con- award-winning new-gen- aging Director of Ford nect, paired with effort- New Zealand says “the less style, simplicity and he Escape and the Puma offer customers Puma and Escape both practicality.” SUVs designed to stand apart from the show the desire for “T charismatic, innovative The All-New Puma and crowd.” - Simon Rutherford, Managing Director, models with a high level All-New Escape will ar- Ford New Zealand of standard equipment, rive in Invercargill and from safety and driver Queenstown early next assist technology, for month. Contact our Ford eration urban SUV with a discerning customers team today to register offered in New Zealand. distinctive style and bold your interest and book The highly advanced who demand both style exterior design that sets and substance.” your test drive. powertrain in the hybrid it apart from a growing model offers fully-elec- SUV crowd. The expres- “The Escape and the Register your tric mobility for reduced sive face, smooth sculpt- Puma offer customers interest emissions and running ed lines, low sloping SUVs designed to stand

The award-winning All-New Ford Puma has an athletic yet The All-New Ford Escape will also be available as a hybrid model premium look

NEW ⅓ ⅓ ⅓ Macaulay Ford% 0INTEREST 0% finance deal is available to approved purchasers. A UDC establishment fee of $419.00, a PPSR fee of $10.35, and lending and credit criteria applies. The cost of accessories and finance fees are to be paid alongside the first payment.

Invercargill Brehan Cairns 027 436 4763 Queenstown Steve Rhodes 027 277 0608 Macaulay Ford Macaulay Clayton MotorsBragg 027 370 9032

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Macaulay Motors MAZDA NEWS

Award-Winning Mazda Mazda’s 100 Year CX-30: A Popular Choice Anniversary Series The eagerly awaited first-ever Mazda CX-30 has Macaulay Mazda are excited for the arrival of the arrived at Macaulay Mazda and is ready for you to CX-5 and CX-30 100th Anniversary models, which test drive. will be available to view in our Mazda showroom in Invercargill later this month. This is the newest mem- the latest in intelligent To commemorate their driven by the same de- ber of the Mazda family technology and safe- centenary this year Maz- sign, driving technology, and is already proving ty features to create da have released a 100th and challenging philos- very popular with our an outstanding vehicle Anniversary Special Edi- ophy we see in current customers. that _has already been tion series. Mazda vehicles. recognised with a pres- It sits between Mazda’s tigious Red Dot: Product The series features a “[The R360] was de- CX-3 and CX-5 models Design 2020 Award. white-and-burgundy two- signed for people who in terms of sizing. As a tone colour coordination, wanted to fulfil their compact crossover SUV The Mazda CX-30 is symbolic of Mazda’s first dream of owning their it is surprisingly spa- available in eight exterior passenger vehicle, the own and enjoy the cious, yet practical, with colours and three mod- R360 Coupe, which was thrill of driving. This still a coupe-like styling and els. Priced from $41,790 launched 60 years ago. drives Mazda today.” the dynamic handling of + ORC. a smaller car. David Hodge, Managing The 100th Anniversary Experience the first-ever Director of Mazda New Special Edition is avail- The Mazda CX-30 has a Mazda CX-30 for your- Zealand, says while to- able for a limited time bold design and is both self, contact our Mazda day’s line-up of Mazda across all current pas- sleek and luxurious, team today to organise models have come a long senger models. combining premium ma- your test drive. way since the launch of terials and finishes with the R360 Coupe, it was

FIND OUT NEW MAZDA BT-50 MORE GSX AUTO 4WD

$ 43,990Drive away

Invercargill Queenstown Ryan Keenan 027 444 6143 [email protected] Steve Rhodes 027 277 0608 [email protected] Jerone Diack 027 307 8179 [email protected] Offer applies to a new Mazda BT-50 GSX Auto 4WD model only. OfferMacaulay ends 30th September 2020 or while Motors stocks last. Not available in conjunction with any other discount or promotional offer.

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COMPETITION USED VEHICLES

MacaulayGET Ford Buying a car? Here’s why it’s a good idea WITH to buy from a dealer These are the things Dealer Private Macaulay Ford you get Sale Know a young driver that could use a bit of help on A car the roads? We’re giving away a double pass to the   Street Smart programme in Cromwell on Wednesday Guaranteed no finance 7th October 2020 (normally $109 each). The owing  x programme starts at 9am and you must have your own vehicle. Fast & easy competitive finance  x To be in to win email [email protected] Protection for mechanical and let us know who you’ll be taking if you win. The breakdowns  x winner will be drawn on Friday 2nd October. Ability to trade your car  x The Street Smart programme is run throughout NZ After-sale service & support for young drivers. It’s a one-day course that puts  x young drivers (and their parent/caregiver) through their paces with a variety of different hands on Buy with confidence when you buy from driving exercises and drills. Macaulay Motors. Check out our current Find out more about the Street Smart programme here. Used Car stock: macaulaymotors.co.nz

• Top dollar paid • Is your car or ute of WOF standard? • Don’t waste time with strangers and • Under 200,000km tyre kickers • Non-European • No obligation quotes (not our expertise sorry!)

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Macaulay Motors STAFF NEWS SPONSORSHIP

This month we cele- Macaulay Motors are ing the loyalty of these about this voucher initia- brated the significant proud to have been the team supports by offer- tive before you buy. Your anniversary of 35 years driving force behind local ing a $250 donation back club needs this support, of employment of our sports teams, sporting to the club when a vehi- and as always we pro- Office Manager, Carolyn events, racing clubs, golf cle is purchased by their mote the fact that club Graham. Carolyn started clubs, schools, motor- members. members should sup- at Macaulay’s as a Ve- sports events and much port all the club sponsors hicle Clerk and was pro- more for more than 80 Little did we know that where you can. moted to Office Manager years in Southland and this initiative would be a around seven years later. over 25 years in Central life-line for some of these Contact Suzanne van Otago. This year in the clubs after much needed Pels if your club is We’re sure Carolyn could spirit of locals support- funding was impacted by sponsored by Macaulay tell a few great stories ing locals we launched a Covid-19. If your club is Motors and you’d like to about a number of won- new initiative for a selec- sponsored by Macau- be part of this initiative . derful ex-Macaulay em- tion of clubs we sponsor, lay Motors, please talk ployees over the years. this involved us recognis- to your Club Secretary

FINANCE

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Macaulay Motors SPONSORSHIP

BUY A BRICK FOR BLAIR

The SouthlandShow your support Chari -for Blairvideos Vining’s in return. ty Hospitallegacy, project the Southland is a Charity Hospital on Friday 31st of July 2020 cause that’s close to our On the day our Invercar- Dress for Casual Fridaygill – donning team the colours had fun dress- heart and that of manyof the Blair Vining Sports Foundation: red, white and black – and raise funds at work or school to purchaseing a supporter’s up brick in for black, red and others in the communithe Southland- Charity Hospital. white, while raising mon- ty. We’re thrilled to To sup find -out more visit www.buyabrick.co.nzey for the hospital. This port this by purchasing#buyabrickforblair a plaque, buying bricks, also gave us the chance Visit us online  www.southlandcharityhospital.org to remember the recent Find us on Facebook and sponsoring @southlandcharityhospital the up- coming Pack the Park passing of one of our event with the Macaulay staff, Julie Colvin, after Motors Sports Cafe. her very brave fight with cancer. In the lead up to the Buy a Brick for Blair mufti-day Every bit of support for we had great fun stirring the hospital helps. We’d along some of the other like to encourage you to local dealerships with donate or volunteer - find some great banter and out how here.

Keep up with all the action in the Southland Charity Hospital’s Pack the Park event with the Macaulay Motors Sports Cafe.

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Macaulay Motors THREE GREAT LOCATIONS

270 Dee Street, Invercargill (03) 211 1222

42 Grant Road, Frankton, Queenstown (03) 442 3914

OPENING SOON... 11-13 McCormick Street, Three Parks, Wanaka

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