Our blog features motoring news, tips and expert advice brought to you by the AA Motoring team.
Electronic power steering (EPS) has become an everyday feature in today’s vehicles.
Many drivers have experienced the immediate feeling of dread when you notice an illuminated warning light displayed on the dash, followed by your vehicle cutting out.
Buying new for the first time can be a bit daunting for many. As the price gap between used and new vehicles decreases thanks to the availability of new, quality compact cars from as little as $20K, more people are tempted to enter the new car market. But what are the pros and cons?
Fresh from winning the 2016 European Car of the Year award, the all-new 2017 Holden Astra has touched down in NZ.
Sometimes the inside of vehicles can be stained with food and drink which can cause lingering, unpleasant smells. If you’ve ever spilt milk in your car, you’ll know exactly what we’re on about here.
When you’re in the market for a new car, you’ll often find yourself heading down to car yards on the weekend, looking for affordable quality vehicles. Thankfully New Zealand is a country that leaves you spoilt for choice with a wide variety of both new and used vehicles.
Daytime running lamps (DRLs) have been around since the 1970s when they were introduced in Europe to increase visibility of motorists’ vehicles to other road users during adverse weather or lighting conditions.
Buyer’s remorse – that feeling of regret after a rush purchase has been made – is something we hear about from our Members relatively frequently.
Sitting in slow moving traffic can quickly cause engine temperatures to soar, which can take its toll on tired and poorly maintained cooling systems as there’s less air passing through the radiator.
Whether it’s on a long journey or just a quick outing down the road, it’s important to always have pets secured safely in the vehicle - for their safety, your safety and for others on the road.