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Autofile - April issue

Posted on 14 April, 2016

The New Zealand import industry is on alert, with Japanese vehicles being fitted with technology illegal in this country. ‘Connected’ cars are being built with satellite transmitters on a spectrum forbidden here. Unfortunately, no-one knows how many cars could be coming in and the industry is seeking a solution. Who better to profile in the new monthly Autofile than the car industry legend that is Sir Colin Giltrap. We talk to him about his past, how the industry has changed over the years and what he sees for the future. Read the interview in the latest issue of Autofile. There’s growing concern about Australian write-offs coming into New Zealand. While the government claims there are sturdy policies in place, customers are still being encouraged to make their own background checks on vehicles they purchase. Some are calling for tighter controls. Maserati is opening a brand-new showroom in Auckland, with Winger taking on the exclusive dealership. Find out exactly why Winger got the nod – we enjoy an exclusive chat with the key players. Our new cars section is brimming with quality, including the stunning high-performance Lexus and the Jeep Trailhawk, with plenty of news from the likes of Rolls-Royce and the Ministry of Transport. Check them out in the April issue. And don’t miss our exclusive statistics section, giving you all the crucial numbers for March 2016, with good news for the likes of Mitsubishi, Suzuki and Foton. Get all the latest facts and figures on industry trends. Click here to read the April issue of Autofile magazine online.