Faster Fords

Not long after die first Ford Mustang rolled out of the factory, tuned versions of the pony car started to appear. And more than 50 years on, that's still the case. The new Mustang doesn't arrive here until November so you've still got time to order a few hot-up parts to make your new ride gallop along a little faster.
CTB Performance Accessories in Auckland is now the official NZ distributor for Ford Performance Racing Parts, and can supply go-faster kits for both the four- and eight-cylinder Mustangs. The parts can be ordered from your local Ford dealer and are either fitted there, or at CTB's Auckland workshop. And as it's an official Ford deal, all parts carry a warranty.

AMG biturbodiesel

Electric turbo technology is rolling out, with Audi and VW about to launch product, and Volvo, Ford and GM working with prototypes. Now AMG says it is jumping on the bandwagon. A spokesperson said the company is evaluating electric turbos primarily for lowering fuel consumption and emissions, while improving performance by reducing turbo lag.