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Accessories and extras

We’re not talking fluffy dice here. This is serious stuff like tow bars, snow tyres and electronic features that come standard now like parking sensors and keyless entry.

21 February 2012

Your questions about batteries answered

Just like the questions about our Auto Glass, we’re often asked about car batteries. We’ve answered some of the key questions here – feel free to add any more in the comments.

9 February 2012

Auto Glass – a special type of glass

We’re often asked about our Auto Glass and what makes it so special, so we thought it was time to explain.

23 March 2011

How much can your vehicle tow safely?

Most vehicles have tow ratings given to them by the manufacturer specifying the gross trailer weight braked, unbraked, or both, that the vehicle can safely tow.

29 October 2010

Reversing sensors vs. cameras

Ron Campbell, Director of DYNATRON NZ LTD shares his views on reversing/parking sensors and cameras.

7 September 2010

Vehicle modification - rules and regulations

Uncertified vehicle modifications can prevent a vehicle from obtaining a WOF. Certification depends on when the modification was performed. The Vehicle Standards Regulations (VSRs) (1990) and subsequent Land Transport Rules define the dates when the various safety related standards are required to be incorporated for vehicles during manufacture and modification.

7 July 2010