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The new Kia Sorento is the precursor of more than 50 new models to be launched internationally by Kia over the next three years.

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Kia is set to accelerate the pace of new model introductions by launching 51 allnew or updated models internationally over the next five years. The new model roll-out began this month with the New Zealand launch of the new Kia Sorento R, which comes with an allnew chassis, suspension, revised styling and greater specification levels, yet with prices up to $500 lower than the previous model. At least five brand new Kia models are planned for 2013, along with refreshes to existing models, with several earmarked for release in New Zealand. Todd McDonald, general manager of Kia Motors New Zealand, says the pace of new models coming in the next five years is “breathtaking”. “The health of any car company is often measured by its ability to create exciting new models that resonate with buyers and Kia has been among the leaders in this respect over recent years, but the latest launch strategy takes the company into a different league”. “I am continually impressed at Kia’s capacity to re-invigorate so many models in its line-up in such a short time. It’s a real tribute to the innovation, energy and the

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From two wheels to four Self-proclaimed ‘Mountie’ Roger Matthews may not live in the seaside suburb today, but he credits growing up in the area as giving him his love for all things motoring.

but of course I’m very sensible.” When it comes to cars Roger is a big fan of the American variety - something he says he got the bug for while growing up in the Mount, when the place was filled in summers with American cars and hot rods. After tagging along to motor racing events with his father, who was on duty as a St John’s officer, Roger got a taste for drag racing – Roger is probably best known for his sales something he got into in the early-1980s role with Bay Nissan, which after almost 20 with his customised HZ Holden Panel years he now heads at Farmer Auto Village. Van which he But his personal love raced with its goes well beyond customised 350 the tried and Chev engine trusted Japanese with a 350 brand. turbo transmisIronically for a sion. car sales manager, Roger has Roger’s first love owned a series and first vehicle of American was of the twocars over the wheeled variety – a years, includ125 Yamaha trail ing a 1964 bike he bought Chev Impala, off Bill Holmes at and was on the Mount Motorcycles Drag racing and American cars have been a long love for look-out for in 1975. Roger Matthews, who has lots of great memories drag racing “I just liked motorcy- his beloved customised HZ Holden Panel Van in the early- another when he fell under cles for some reason and 1980s with its customised 350 Chev engine. the spell of a I’ve had them all my “beautiful” Daimler 5.4 V12 he had traded life. I’ve always had a motorcycle.” about four years ago. After spending about Roger describes the appeal of bikes as being $12,000 on repairs he has the car in great conabout “pleasure”, saying he hits the open road dition and plans on keeping it for a long time. almost every weekend and especially loves But when it comes to reliability he says his 1098 Ducati – which he had customised Nissan wins hands down, describing the when he bought it five years ago. Nissans he has owned as “pretty bulletproof, “If you take the power to weight ratio it’s you just drive them and drive them and drive more than a dragster. It will wheel stand in any gear without even making it want to do it. them – I’ve never had one break down on By Hamish Carter Just open the throttle and it will want to do it, me”.

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This 40 year old has had more than a facelift

The all-new Toyota Corolla GLX delivers genuine value for money with improved performance and comfort.

Following on from the successful launch of the ’86 in August, Toyota are now creating even more of a stir on the global market with the all-new 2013 Corolla. This is the 11th Generation Corolla, the world’s biggest selling car of all time with 39 million sold worldwide since it was launched 40 years ago, and it’s an absolute stunner! At the risk of causing offence to existing Corolla owners, the new model has gone from a slightly boring ‘car for all

people’ to a stimulating and, dare we say, dynamic vehicle that performs well beyond expectations. Bay Driver took the GLX Corolla for a bit of a spin last week. So, where better to test the claimed ‘enhanced handling’ than a quick run up to the top of the Minden? Suffice to say that the promotional material we were given alluding to the Corolla’s “dynamic sportiness” was pretty much on the money.

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The sharp-eyed among you will have noticed the TV ad for the new Corolla which features a cat who can’t stay away from the car, even when his life is at risk. This is meant to emphasise the marketing wizards’ slogan … “Feels good inside”. Love or hate the ad, the cat is also right X L on the money because this impresG a ll t a C o ro o y sive car feels better than good – it o T 3 1 0 2 VVTi re it L actually feels ‘right’. .8 1 m 00rp Engine: 3kW @ 64 rpm The fresh, new styling extends 0 1 : er Pow Sports @ 4000 h it m w N from the aerodynamic exterior 3 to 7 u 1 VT A Torque: : 7 Speed C n design to a smart, sporty and o si is sm n Tra supremely comfortable interior e System, d ri er v O e Mode n Control bags, Brak space. Seats are contoured in Safety: 9 air ility Control, Tractio udio System b all the right places to sup/A ta S th o le o ic et eh lu V teering tures: B S ea F er port and cocoon and are also l th a n ea io L put, Addit and USB In era height adjustable in the front. d o iP h it w ersing Cam (claimed) Other improvements include Wheel, Rev ption: 6.6L/100km m a leather-wrapped steering su n co t Fuel 90 +ORC Elizabeth S wheel with audio and phone Price: $37,4 t: Pacific Toyota, cnr 7 578 1099 0 a : control functions, and the e h v P ri . D nga Test n Rd, Taura o new horizontal layout for er m a C & the instrument panel on the

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The ‘E’ Package

Toyota claim that the new Corolla is designed to improve pleasure and stimulate emotion …. a concept they call creating the ‘E Value”. The E’s in question being Emotional, Environmental, Efficiency and Excellent Value for Money. Having put the GLX through its paces, it would be fair to say that the emotional part of that equation is well and truly sorted! Yes, this car definitely feels good inside, but get behind the wheel and you will fully appreciate what the boffins are talking about with their ‘E Value’. Responsiveness and acceleration are impressive on the flat, but introduce a hill, and the Corolla positively pounces into the climb, cornering with agility and a sure-footed grip. That same power was also noticeable when merging with fast-moving traffic from an on-ramp, while the superb

handling can be attributed in part to the lower centre of gravity created by the new dynamic exterior design. This improved performance is the result of matching Toyota’s proven 1.8 litre VVTi engine to the all-new 7 speed CVT transmission with sport sequential mode. Talk about a whole new experience for Corolla drivers! Not only does this combination deliver noticeably more power, it also reduces fuel consumption to 6.6 litres / 100 km in the model tested. Reaching the top of the Minden came far too soon for us!

Selling like ‘hot cakes’

With 35 new Corolla’s sold in just four weeks, the Pacific Toyota sales team are understandably buzzing. “Customers are loving the sensational new look and smooth performance of this Corolla,” says Sales Manager, Chris Churchward. “It must be pushing the right buttons, because they all come back from their test drives smiling. But as with most popular new things, stock is moving fast. “Buyers who would like to take delivery of their new Corolla before Christmas are advised to see us within the next week,” says Chris. There are four models in the 2013 Corolla range, from the GX in manual or auto, to the top of the range, Levin ZR, which comes with a glass panorama roof, leather trim and custom alloys. The smiles may also be the result of some pretty sharp pricing on the new models, with the GLX we drove competitively priced at $37,490 plus on road costs.

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Jandals, skirts, singlets and sunnies are becoming more prevalent in the Bay as summer approaches – great news for the thousands of holidaymakers who routinely flock to the area for fun in the sun. Sadly, though, it’s not great news for New Zealand Rookie Driver title 2012 NZRC Open Class 2WD Championship winner David Holder, who will bear an uncomfortable task on December 9. On that day, the hotshot racer tipped for big things will walk to the top of Mount Maunganui as Stadium Cars’ mascot ‘Jack’ in a bid to raise money for Starship Children’s Hospital. David, dressed in the cumbersome costume nearing seven kilograms in weight, will be accompanied on his trek by a minder and buckets to collect donations along the way.

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Service with a smile: Austospark owner Dave Yardley checks car air conditioning gas pressure. Photo by Bruce Barnard.

Wellington-born and raised Dave Yardley spent 22 years in Australia starting up his own successful auto electrical and mechanical workshop before returning home to do the same in Tauranga. Three years since establishing Autospark at 177 11th Avenue, the business speaks for itself with its top reputation. Qualified auto electrician Dave, together with qualified mechanic Matt Nottle and automotive technician Tim McGregor, provide all automotive repairs and servicing you could want from warrants to cam belts, through to any electrical issues from wiring or airbag faults to brakes, steering and suspension problems. “But from now on through to about March, air conditioning makes up a lot of

our work as the temperatures heat up.” Over the winter problems with the air conditioning system tend to go unnoticed, but he says it is pretty obvious in summer when there is no cool air coming out of the vents. Dave says a typical air conditioning system will work well for four – six years, before problems cause it to gradually lose efficiency. Problems can vary from a lack of refrigerant gas to a mechanical fault or an electrical problem – all of which require an expert’s help to fix. “We are all about trying to give great value for money and service with a smile. We stand behind all the work we do. After running my own businesses for about 20 years I know just how important it is to look out for your customers.” To help drivers get their car in tip-top condition for the summer the team will be open over the holiday period. By Hamish Carter

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The wolf in a sheep’s clothing. Standing next to it on the yard – this was the statement that defined the 2010 FPV F6 E. With 19” shadow chromed wheels, smartly finished body kit and boot-lip spoiler I struggled to see the sheep, but it is true this is the business class of Ford’s performance line-up. The F6 E model was released in 2009 as an upmarket F6. This car is one for the driver who doesn’t want to give up the comforts that a sports car usually takes away and doesn’t scream ‘look at my bad ass ride’ at the traffic lights. Fully dressed leather interior, sports leather steering wheel, alloy foot pedals and dark walnut wood grain trim that define the cabin - it’s easy to see why the E stands for executive. This particular car has tinted windows – in paint colour ‘Silhouette Black’ I would insist on it. Underneath the bonnet Ford’s F6 E is powered by a turbocharged 4.0 litre inline six-speed automatic gearbox and independent suspension hardware, that’s 310kW at 5500rpm and

565Nm of torque spread between 1950rpm and 5200rpm, only five kilowatts less than the supercharged V8-powered GT E! But with 14 Newton-metres more torque. With the very clever sport shift program and a tiptronic mode, the ZF transmission makes fast driving easy. Left in drive, it’s just like any regular automatic, But if you were to knock the lever over to the side, it holds the gears longer and shifts quicker, keeping the engine on boost. Never fear the turbo. The turbo in the FG series of Falcon has stood the test of time and have been a reliable, proven and robust engine. Fuel is averaging 12.9L/100km’s – not bad, which will have you paying a bit more than your average Falcon at the pump – but with the performance produced by this kind of machine you’re hardly going to get the economy of a Fiesta. This particular model has standard Brembo brakes (six-piston calipers and 355mm rotors on the front, four-piston calipers and 330mm calipers on the rear) are standard equipment, an option on the standard F6, worth $4856. Technical specifications all said and done – how does it drive?

As I take off down Hewletts Road and head toward Tauranga the first thing I notice is how quiet the F6 E is. I’m starting to get the sheep reference right up until I take off from the traffic lights, the growl is well and truly impressive, I’m using the tiptronic and am amazed at the quick, smooth and punchy gear changes the ZF transmission allows. Approaching the exit to Sulphur Point an L-Plate wearing hatchback swerves into the exit lane – I thank my stars I’ve got the brembo brakes, there’s a saying about ‘stopping on a dime’, I think I actually have! On the open road the acceleration is effortless, again the transmission impresses me, the ability to draw out the gears going up the Kaimai’s is giving me complete control as the F6 E takes on the bends with ease and staying tight to the road. I find the whole thing quite therapeutic and relaxing, I don’t have a racing or bucket seat to try and get comfortable in, the suspension is made for the business class, passenger comfort is taken into account and I’m not feeling every wee bump in the road. The electric seating controls allow me to contour the driver’s seat to my precise preference – yet I am behind the wheel of a performance Ford.

The hardest part about driving this car is giving the keys back to the boss. How does it fare against the competition? I dare not rubbish the competitors but with easy to use controls, overall dimension and comfort, Ford’s F6 E just feels better. I would go so far to say that it’s on par with any European luxury sedan – for the price tag you get all the fruit and you’re not paying six figures for it. In conclusion, if you’re looking for a high spec performance vehicle that ticks all the boxes regarding safety, performance and one that looks stunning – the FPV F6 E is an absolute cracker and the best part about it is your local residents association won’t suspect you’re an unruly hoon. This car was close to $90,000 new, at $54,990 with a new WOF and full groom represents fantastic buying – forget the wolf in the sheep’s clothing analogy – this vehicle is one hell of a ride, a mean machine and absolutely looks the part – call Mike Wilson at Ultimate Motor Group for a test drive today on 07 579 0180 or 022 657 4816. By Mike Wilson

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NZ drifters to test new course The country’s top drifters will find themselves facing a brand new temporary course when they arrive in Whangarei for the second round of the 2012/13 Cody’s D1NZ National Drifting Championship this weekend. The tightly-looped course is in transport operator’s Toll’s yard on Rewa Rewa Rd and brings the event closer to the centre of the city than previous courses at Ruakaka and Port Nikau. “That’s one of the keys when we are looking for venues,” says D1NZ CEO Brendon White. “Drifting is all about putting on a show and if you can take that show to where the people are, all the better.” Particularly in Whangarei, where the sport first found its feet in this country thanks to local man Justin Rood. Justin and a group of friends set up the country’s first drift team (Driftcorp) and over the years the now 35-year-old has mentored a number of Northland drivers including Whangarei’s Daniel ‘Fanga Dan’ Woolhouse, Dargaville’s Gary ‘Gaz’ Whiter and now Waiotira’s Robbee Nelson. Daniel (Castrol Edge Holden Commodore V8) is the best placed local driver heading into the Whangarei round after finishing a close second to defending series champion Curt Whittaker (The Mount Shop 2JZ Nissan Skyline) from Auck-

land at the opening round of this season’s Cody’s D1NZ series at Feilding’s Manfeild circuit last month. Gary, meanwhile, will be the dark horse this weekend, having used the Manfeild round to get to grips with his new, now Chev V8-powered, Tectaloy-backed Nissan S14 V8.

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Series young gun, 17-year-old Robbee Nelson (Koba Batteries Nissan S15), is also short of current season form having burst onto the scene with some stirring performances (including a memorable battle with Gaz Whiter at Ruakaka) last season but struggled with engine issues in his ex Woolhouse Nissan S15 at the first 2012/13 series round at Manfeild this year. More than 60 drifters from as far afield as Christchurch have entered this weekend’s Whangarei event, with Curt heading the points standings (by 10 points) over Daniel.

High-profile Auckland-based international ‘Mad Mike’ Whiddett (Red Bull/ Speedhunters Mazda RX7) is third just two points adrift of Daniel and series rookie Ben Belcher (Green Brothers Racing Mazda RX7) from Tauranga is fourth a further 17 points back. The field is split into two categories, Pro and Pro-Am with Wellington’s Matt Lauder (Nissan 180SX) leading the Pro-Am standings after a dream debut at Manfeild. Second in that category is Auckland’s Russell Scifleet and in third is former motorcycle road-racer Sam Smith (Nissan S15) from Pukekohe. There will be action at the Toll Whangarei circuit in Saturday and Sunday with gates opening at 9am and proceedings finishing each day by 5pm. Saturday sees practice for both D1 and Pro-Am classes as well as the Pro-Am qualifying and Top 16 elimination battles, while Sunday has the Pro-Am Top Eight and D1 qualifying and Top 32. Tickets cost $10 on Saturday and $20 on Sunday. For more information check out the Cody’s D1NZ Facebook page.

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Points after Rnd 1 of 6 D1NZ Pro 1. Curt Whittaker (Auckland) 102 points 2. Fanga Dan Woolhouse (Whangarei) 92 3. Mad Mike Whiddett (Auckland) 90 4. Ben Belcher (Tauranga) 73 5. Daynom Templeman (Auckland) 71 6. Cole Armstrong (Tauranga) 64 Pro-Am 1. Matt Lauder (Wellington) 112 pts 2. Russell Siﬂeet (Auckland) 91 3. Sam Smith (Pukekohe) 82 4. Vincent Langhorn (Auckland) 7 5. Michael Thornley (Auckland ) 69 6. Gareth Grove (Auckland) 65 Calendar Rnd 1: Oct 26-27 2012 Manfeild Feilding Rnd 2: Dec 01-02 2012 Whangarei Rnd 3: Jan 19-20 2013 Tauranga Rnd 4: March 01-02 2013 Hampton Downs incl. Legends Challenge Rnd 5 March 30-31 2013 Powerbuilt Tools Raceway @ Ruapuna Park Christchurch Rnd 6: April-May 2013 Grand Final Pukekohe Park Raceway

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