New name, new ideas
KGM New Zealand, is part of the London headquartered Inchcape Group, who increased its NZ presence in August 2023 with the acquisition of SsangYong distribution and five retail outlets.
Subaru's XV has evolved, with the popular, AWD compact SUV reimagined and re-christened as the Crosstrek.
A compact yet capable SUV, the Crosstrek features the latest infotainment technologies and intuitive safety systems, a compact body with a rugged, sporty look and a bolder exterior than its predecessor. Arriving at dealers in early June, customers will be offered the choice of three models, including two hybrid variants.
The Crosstrek Premium petrol variant will be powered by a direct injection 2.0-litre boxer engine, mated to a CVT with 8-speed paddle shift manual mode. The two hybrid variants include a premium specification model and feature the Subaru e-Boxer lineartronic transmission with 7-speed manual mode.
The vehicle features 220mm of ground clearance, said to separate it from most of its ‘pretender’ SUV competitors. The vehicle cockpit has received an array of enhancements to increase user-friendliness, including, for the first time in a Subaru vehicle, wireless smartphone Qi charging.
The Crosstrek also debuts the Digital Multi- View Monitor, essentially a bird’s eye view camera, taking from four separate cameras to create a 360-degree, 3D top-down view, improving visibility on all sides of the vehicle. All models will feature smart key and push-start ignition, LED headlights (dusk-sensing), roof rails, power-folding door mirrors and 11.6-inch infotainment touch screen.
On the safety front is the latest generation EyeSight crash avoidance technology, with improved camera system, to enable the recognition of motorcycles and pedestrians at an even wider angle when travelling at low speeds.
It adds Speed Sign Recognition, a lane centring function, and a wider field of view. Also, the addition of a Driver Monitoring System offers another layer of safety, as well as convenience, to help reduce the chance of accidents.
South Waikato farm manager Ben Purua’s amazing transformation from gang life to milking cows was rewarded with the Ahuwhenua Young Maori Farmer award last night.
Bankers have been making record profits in the last few years, but those aren’t the only records they’ve been breaking, says Federated Farmers vice president Richard McIntyre.
The 2023-24 season has been a roller coaster ride for Waikato dairy farmers, according to Federated Farmers dairy section chair, Mathew Zonderop.
Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) director general Ray Smith says job cuts announced this morning will not impact the way the Ministry is organised or merge business units.
Scales Corporation is acquiring a number of orchard assets from Bostock Group.
Family and solidarity shone through at the 75 years of Ferdon sale in Otorohanga last month.
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