Autofile, July 18: out now

The Financial Services Federation wants a new code of practice strictly enforced on loan sharks. The call follows the government publishing a discussion document on what’s likely to be included in the code lenders and car dealers will have to follow – such as fee levels, consumer-related insurance commission and extended warranties. The Ministry of Transport explains to Autofile why amendments have been made to the roll-out of mandatory ESC on imported light vehicles. Two changes have been made to the timetable for used imports, while a request to extend the deadline for new utes and light vans has been denied. Autofile brings you the news behind the press releases. To read the July 18 issue of the magazine online, click here. Nissan NZ is experiencing supply issues with its Navara, while the owner of Coventry Cars in Lower Hutt believes says there’s now an oversupply of used imports. He predicts there will be a period over the next three months when dealers will be making less money. Malcolm Yorston, of the IMVIA, delves into long-term ITS standards and issues around the radio frequencies that new technology will need, while AA and ANCAP say more marques should be fitting autonomous emergency braking to cars. Meanwhile, online auction site Wheedle is closing about two years after its launch with sole funder Neil Graham deciding against further investment. Autofile reports on the JaguarXE,BMW X4 Holden VFStorm and Volvo-XC90. Plus: spotlight on Dunedin, the latest on rego changes and Audi’s record global sale figures. To read the July 18 issue of the magazine online, click here.