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BMW's firebreathing new M6 duo

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BMW has released first official pictures of the M6 coupe and convertible, the luxury carmaker's fastest-ever two-door cars. Both run a 412kW 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 mated to a seven-speed double-clutch gearbox driving the rear wheels, a powertrain lifted straight from the M5 saloon, which was launched in New Zealand last month. They fire the...


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Prices are the same at rival petrol stations because they get fuel from the same source, at the same price and have the same distribution costs. Photo / Supplied

Is it a fair price at the petrol pump?

Are New Zealanders paying too much for petrol? The Automobile Association has set out to find whether motorists are getting a fair deal.

Is speed playing a part in road deaths

Speed nazis create slow hazards

Although the sun may be making more of an appearance this week, I reckon the weather was a big factor in the 18 deaths this holiday period - up 6 on last year.

Rise in number of drivers texting

Illegal mobile phone use has doubled on Kiwi roads in the past year, a new survey shows.

Kia Rio: Sharp styling should tempt buyers.

Rio last in a long list of Kia newbies

Product planners in Kia's giant Korean development facility must have been working overtime in recent years.

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Carterton balloon crash findings spark...

SAFETY CALL: An initial finding into the Carterton ballooning tragedy has led to the Transport Accident Investigation Commission recommending that all 74 of New Zealand's hot-air balloons be checked urgently to make sure they are safe. The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has recommended all 73 of New Zealand's hot-air balloons be checked urgently to make sure they are safe after an... Have your say

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Dalefield struggle to find premier players

OFF THE TEAM: Junior Black Stick Dane Lett (foreground) won't be playing for Dalefield.PHOTO/FILE Dalefield have appointed a high-profile coach for their premier men's hockey side but whether former Black Stick Greg Clarke will ever get the chance to put them... Have your say

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