Motoring | Jan 12 2018 by Ashburton Guardian

Motoring January 12, 2018

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Rugged workhorse a real treat Holden has every right to be proud of the revitalised Colorado range which has had arguably the biggest mid-life production cycle enhancement yet in the history of GM products. Judging by the positive feedback from motoring media who have driven the new model, Kiwi motorists are in for a real treat with this rugged workhorse. Key to the new model are substantial developments in relation to technology and interior appointments, a greater range of accessories and advancements in ride and handling. Holden engineers in Australia worked collaboratively with their counterparts from GM Brazil and GM Thailand and improved refinement and driveability with a range of chassis changes, including electric power steering and engine and transmission noise and vibration refinements. The all-new interior is incredibly car-like and offers great connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. “Driving a ute is no longer a compromise, in the case of the new Colorado it offers the best of both worlds in terms of sheer grunt, load carrying and towing ability, but is now coupled with refinement levels more often found in a passenger vehicle,” said Holden New Zealand managing director, Kristian Aquilina. With a striking new design, advanced connectivity features and refined driving characteristics, the improved Colorado is already proving to be very popular in the Mid Canterbury region.

“Colorado has resonated well with customers in a segment that has more than doubled in sales in the past 10 years, and we’re confident the new 2017 Colorado will build on this and redefine customer expectations,” says Aquilina. The 2017 Colorado has new front styling and a new interior, more active safety technology and a greater range of factory accessories inspired by the Colorado Xtreme concept vehicle. As part of the equipment upgrade, there is a new forward-facing camera with active safety features such as forward collision alert and lane departure warning. For low

speed manoeuvres, drivers are assisted by front and rear park assist on selected vehicles and there is a rear-view camera across the range. Inside its new interior there is an upgraded Holden MyLink infotainment system equipped with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity delivered through a colour touchscreen housed in the Colorado’s centre stack. The new infotainment system also offers Digital (DAB+) radio, embedded satellite navigation and voice recognition. It will also be the only vehicle in the segment to offer remote window activation, which

Holden says will be appreciated by users in hot climates as found in Australia and New Zealand. Holden has also upped the ante to provide more genuine accessories for the 2017 Colorado including: Bull bars, safari bar, bash plates, extended rail sports bars, steel rear step, tubular steel side steps, LED driving lights, fender flares, nudge bar, snorkel, 18-inch alloy wheels, and all terrain tyres. Aquilina says the redesigned Colorado is a key vehicle in Holden’s future product portfolio and its new styling, improved driveability and technology content are sure to be a hit with customers.

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Members of the Ashburton Vintage Car Club kicked off the 2018 motoring year in fine style and at the very first opportunity. As always the club’s New Year’s Day run was a popular event with 90 members and friends taking part in an array of 40 interesting vehicles. Organisers Colin and Cathy Sweetman set a route which followed urban streets and rural roads and included a challenge centred on particular buildings. Firstly it was necessary to decipher clues to determine the type of building and then record the number passed along the way. The buildings were halls and there were 16 of them. A stop at the Sweetman’s home provided the opportunity to view their car collection and enjoy afternoon tea which lead to the quote of the day – “Cathy makes great scones”. Returning to town the vehicles were given a rest in the Ashburton Domain while drivers and passengers enjoyed a barbecue. The next event on the club’s calendar is their 49th Annual Rally which takes place on Saturday January 27 2018.

New Year’s Day on wheels

A super selection of vintage and not-so-vintage vehicles creat a fine spectacle at the Ashburton Domain.

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Kiwi magic in Marrakesh

eaving behind the bright lights of Hong Kong, Panasonic Jaguar Racing head to the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh, Morocco, for the next instalment of the FIA Formula E Championship. The third E-Prix of the season, on January 13, starts at the Circuit International Automobile Moulay El Hassan before winding its way through the streets of Marrakesh. In the shadow of the city’s worldfamous medina, the 3.0 kilometre track is one of the longest in the series, pushing teams to prioritise energy management. The British team made a strong start in Hong Kong, matching the same number of points awarded in the whole of season three. Former champion Nelson Piquet Jr showed signs of what is to come, drawing on his experience and knowledge to secure the team’s first points of the season. In race two, New Zealand driver Mitch Evans reached Super Pole for the first time and recorded the team’s first ever podium in Formula E. Nelson Piquet Jr, #3: “My first weekend racing with Panasonic Jag-

uar Racing exceeded expectations. To start the season having scored points is positive – but the work doesn’t stop there. “Mitch and I will be working closely in Marrakesh to make sure we are competing with the frontrunning teams and fighting for more points. “We have shown our potential but it’s a long season and we still have improvements we can make. “Hong Kong was an exciting start to the season, and a great boost for Jaguar. “The Jaguar I-TYPE 2 feels a lot quicker than last season’s racecar and you can really feel the benefits of the changes we’ve made. “Marrakesh is a very different circuit and we will need to focus to make sure that we are racing efficiently and competitively. “Points are hard won in Formula E but we are not afraid of hard work.” Panasonic Jaguar Racing recently announced that Paul Di Resta and Pietro Fittipaldi will drive the Jaguar I-TYPE 2 for the British team at the Formula E Rookie test day on Sunday January 14 following the Marrakesh E-Prix.

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Feminine elegance

itroën C3 is starting 2018 in style. Launched in the UK in January 2017 and having already sold over 16,000 units, the brand’s best seller is showing its more feminine side with a new special edition based on the fashion magazine, ELLE. Elegant and stylish, it resembles the maga-

zine, which is the benchmark in fashion and trends. A versatile, urban car with a unique personality, Citroën C3 stands apart in its segment for its body lines and bold styling. For customers looking for technology and personalisation from their car, Citroën C3 is a popular choice.

94 per cent of C3s sold in the UK are two-tone versions, further confirming the appeal of the model. Features of Citroën C3 ELLE include a stunning Polar White body colour with an exclusive Soft Sand two-tone roof as standard, Gloss Black door mirrors and original touches of colour in Cherry Pink, which accentuates the fog light surrounds, Airbump® and rear quarter-light graphic, a badge with the unmistakable ELLE logo on the front doors and a special central roof graphic underlining the potential for personalisation , an exclusive interior

ambiance that continues the Cherry Pink accents, visible on the stitching of the grey seat upholstery and on the dashboard surround, a level of equipment based on the Feel trim level, plus a range of optional technologies for safety and connectivity. Two efficient PureTech petrol engines delivering top class performance along with the EAT6 six speed automatic gearbox (PureTech 110 S&S unit). Loyal to the brand signature, ‘Inspired By You’, Citroën C3 ELLE is aimed at customers looking for a contemporary car with personality, a bold design, comfort and modern technologies. Directly inspired by working women and their lifestyles, Citroën C3 ELLE is a fresh, colourful vehicle, full of vitality. This special edition is the result of a meeting between the worlds of two French brands, guided by feminine elegance, optimism and the ambition to make everyday life easier. Modern and dynamic, C3 is the ideal car to experience urban living with style and sophistication. These values are shared with the ELLE brand, through the partnership with Citroën. Another aspect of this collaboration is the ELLE Active Forum in France (‘ELLE Women in Society’), whose aim is to showcase the role of women in the workplace. Linda Jackson, Citroën Global CEO, was invited to the event in March 2017.

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