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Issue 4: May 2021
Thanks for all the support!
colour and model on time. the increasingly high demand for
electric vehicles amongst our
Our Service teams are particularly environmentally conscientious
busy given 12 months ago we were customer base. Read more about
in lockdown and then Level 3 and a this on page 3.
number of Warrant of Fitness’ and
services were pushed out and now Many new vehicle customers will
have all fallen due at a similar time. know that we are measured on
Even though the days are getting In Invercargill we are booked out a our customer service in our sales,
shorter, things don’t appear to have couple of weeks, so it’s a good time service and parts teams. I make
got any quieter for the Macaulay to book early when you get your sure our team is aware of feedback,
Motors teams across our three reminders. both good and bad – sometimes
branches. We had a tremendously we don’t get it right and we work
With a number of new models hard to learn from our customers
successful Wanaka Show for our
arriving over the past few months, experiences. I’m always proud of
Ford and Mazda teams in March;
we are thrilled with the fantastic my hard working team and some
it’s always a great opportunity for
customer feedback we’ve been of our latest feedback has been
us to catch up with customers at
getting on the new Ford Escape; particularly impressive: “How the
these events and I was grateful
those responses weren’t lost on the staff treated you in the service
for the chance to meet many of
New Zealand Autocar Magazine centre was 10/10. Nothing was a
our new Wanaka customers now
either, and when their motoring problem even dropping me at work
enjoying the convenience of our
journalists drove it, they awarded because it was raining.” “Office
Three Parks Service Centre.
the Escape the 2020 Class Winner staff very polite and helpful” and
The automotive industry in general in the $45-60K price range. “Great service from beginning to
has been very strong, and we have end”. Thank you to those of you
The all-new Mazda BT-50 has also
been fortunate enough to benefit reading this for taking the time to
been greeted with hugely positive
from this with our biggest first give us feedback. While I’d be the
feedback on the new styling and
quarter ever. Stock shortages is first to say that we don’t get it right
they are literally flying out the
the biggest challenge for many all the time, we certainly try very
door and exceeding all our sales
industries and we aren’t alone hard to exceed expectations every
expectations.
in that, though we have been day.
in a better position than most. Earlier in April the Macaulay Mazda
We are encouraging customers, Management team and I attended Enjoy the read of this newsletter,
particularly those needing updates the pre-launch of the new Mazda your feedback is welcomed.
on company vehicles, to plan ahead MX-30 – Mazda’s first Battery
- Tim Rabbitte,
a few months longer than normal Electric Vehicle. This vehicle has Dealer Principal
Macaulay Motors
to ensure we can secure the right been introduced in response to
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INVERCARGILL | QUEENSTOWN | WANAKA
WANAKA SHOW
Thanks to everyone who stopped by and
supported us at this year’s Wanaka A&P
Show. We had a fantastic Show! Our team
enjoyed catching up with customers old
and new while showcasing our range of
Mazda and Ford vehicles and introducing
the Mahindra brand to you all.
UPDATE ON USE OF CHEQUES
With banks now in the final
stages of phasing cheques
out, Macaulay Motors Ltd will
no longer be able to accept
cheque payments from 31st
May 2021.
Our bank account number is: 02-0924-0203406-00 for
direct payments and we also have EFTPOS available at
all of our branches.
Please do not hesitate to ask our team if you have any
questions or need further clarification.
Carolyn Graham
Office Manager
Macaulay Motors Ltd
Macaulay Motors
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MAZDA NEWS
Checking out Mazda’s first EV model the Mazda MX-30
A couple of our team headed to is still fun to drive. the freestyle doors, which offer
Auckland last month to check fantastic access to the rear seats.
out Mazda’s first Battery Electric M a z d a ’s c o m m i t m e n t t o
Vehicle, the Mazda MX-30, ahead sustainability doesn’t end there Mazda hasn’t skimped on
of its New Zealand release next though. They have continued their technology either with the
month. The MX-30 is an exciting low impact design into the cabin inclusion of an updated version
step for Mazda in their from the fabric being made of of i-Activsense and a 7-inch
journey towards building touchscreen. The graphic
a more sustainable future. interface of which changes
depending on the time
The MX-30 is a sporty of day and temperature,
SUV crossover, primarily then becomes the air-
designed for urban living. conditioning controls
It comes equipped with when the car starts.
a new e-Skyactiv electric
drivetrain and a 35.5kW One of the things the team
water-cooled lithium-ion were surprised about was
battery. Mazda engineers the EV-specific version of
decided on the 35.5kW battery to recycled materials through to the G-vectoring control (e-GVC Plus)
balance out the capacity of the cork console tray, which is made which normalises the drive by
battery, the environmental impact from bark harvested from living producing sound as the car moves.
and the charge time. It’s also much trees. This gives the driver ‘natural
lighter, enhancing the vehicle’s feedback’ and lets them know what
handling characteristics and When designing the MX-30 Mazda the car is doing.
delivering on Mazda’s driver-centric wanted to make sure it kept that
distinctive Mazda look and feel. If you’d like to register your interest
philosophy of creating a vehicle for the First-Ever Mazda MX-30
that meets customer’s needs but One striking difference though is
click here to email the team.
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performance and refined craftsmanship,
First-Ever Mazda CX-30 is the small SUV
that’s the perfect fit. With the option of
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a revolutionary Skyactiv-X engine with
M Hybrid system, it will be a drive that’s
cleaner and more efficient than ever.
This world first system takes Mazda CX-
30 to a new level of efficiency without BOOK A TEST
compromising the Zoom-Zoom driving DRIVE
experience.
Macaulay Mazda Invercargill
Ryan Keenan 027 444 6143 ryan@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Izzy Kent 027 206 7518 izzy@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Queenstown
Macaulay Motors
Nick Maidment 027 290 4561 nick@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Steve Rhodes 027 277 0608 stever@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Macaulay Mazda
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FORD NEWS
All-New Ford Escape wins Class in Car of the Year 2020 Awards
The All-New Ford Escape recently Ford Pass and app-based remote The All-New Ford Escape is in stock
won the $45K - $60K Class in the features. at our Invercargill and Queenstown
New Zealand Autocar Car of the branches.
Year 2020 Awards. Judges referred to the 2L turbo
engine as feisty, saying it delivers Book a test drive
New Zealand Autocar judges said impressive performance for its today and experience
the Escape was a great example of class while still being capable of the All-New Ford
its Class and they liked how Ford delivering decent fuel economy. Escape for yourself.
kept the Escape’s character in the
new models, while also adding Inside the vehicle they loved the
refinements and retaining driver added practicality of the sliding rear
appeal. seats, which maximise luggage
space or leg room as needed. They
In their post about the awards also said the cabin was well-made
they said they were impressed and spacious.
with several aspects of the All-
New Escape, noting that safety Class awards are judged on five
was well-covered in the design of criteria: design, performance,
the vehicle and there were some driving dynamics, practicality and
new connectivity features such as value.
ALL-NEW ESCAPE
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With a host of intuitive driver-assist technologies and beautifully simple design features, 3
the All-New Ford Escape effortlessly compliments your active lifestyle.
• Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection1 • Wireless charging2
• FordPass Connect • Adjustable rear seats offer flexible space when you need it.
Invercargill
Brehan Cairns 027 438 3211 brehan@macaulayford.co.nz
Clayton Bragg 027 370 9032 clayton@macaulayford.co.nz
Queenstown
Steve Rhodes 027 277 0608 stever@macaulayford.co.nz
Macaulay Motors
1. Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver’s attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate in some driving and road conditions (including at certain speeds) or adverse weather. 2. Wireless charging - mobile phone compatibility see: www.owner.ford. com/support/how-tos/technology/convenience/
1. Driver-assist
wireless-charging.html features
3. Warranty are
conditions andsupplemental and do not replacefor
exclusions apply. Visit www.ford.co.nz/owners/warranty the driver’s
further attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. May not operate in some driving and road conditions (including at
information.
certain speeds) or adverse weather. 2. Wireless charging - mobile phone compatibility see: www.owner.ford. com/support/how-tos/technology/convenience/wireless-charging.html 3. Warranty
conditions and exclusions apply. Visit www.ford.co.nz/owners/warranty for further information.
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MAHINDRA NEWS
In our last newsletter we announced
a new partnership with the Mahindra
brand. We weren’t surprised that this
brand polarises people, but based
on the feedback from customers
once they’ve seen the double cab in
particular, there has been surprise
on how well this versatile four wheel
drive truck performs. We’ve also been
contacted by die-hard Mahindra fans
that have first-hand experience with
the utes both on-farm or for their trade.
Stu Treloar, of Treloar farms, purchased
one for his farm and is completely sold
on its performance and when it starts
at just $23,500 plus GST and on road
costs, it’s great value too. Stu took
delivery of his new flat deck from Andy
Brown just last week.
EXCLUSIVE MAHINDRA DEALER FOR THE LOWER SOUTH ISLAND
Find out more
• 2.2L turbo diesel
• 6 spd manual
• Eaton diff lock
FROM
23,500*
• 2,500kg rated tow bar (braked)
• 2WD or 4WD models $ +GST
• 3 Year factory warranty + 2 Year Powertrain +ORC
warranty (or 100,000km)*
*
All vehicles come with a Mahindra Warranty which includes 3 year/100,000km (whichever comes first) of limited vehicle coverage, 2 year/100,000km (whichever comes first)
Powertrain warranty, and 3 years of roadside assist. Pricing shown is for the Mahindra Pik-up S6 single cab 2WD cab-chassis model and excludes GST and on road costs.
Invercargill Cameron Wills 027 564 6337
Andy Brown 027 807 7477
Macaulay
Queenstown
Motors
Steve Rhodes 027 277 0608
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FINANCE
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF NO DEPOSIT
2.9
MAZDA FINANCE
ACROSS THE RANGE %
Macaulay
Find out more
Mazda INTEREST *
*This Mazda Finance offer is based on The Mazda Range Recommended Retail Pricing 1st April 2021 and is valid for sales concluded on/before 30th June 2021. An establishment fee applies which includes a $10.35
PPSR Levy, $105 UDC establishment fee and a $250 Dealer Origination Fee. This Mazda Finance offer is only available through UDC Finance Limited, is subject to normal credit and lending criteria and cannot be
Macaulay Mazda
used in conjunction with any other discounts or offers.
Invercargill
Ryan Keenan 027 444 6143 ryan@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Izzy Kent 027 206 7518 izzy@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Queenstown
Steve Rhodes 027 277 0608 stever@macaulaymazda.co.nz
Macaulay Mazda
A ssured F i n a n c e T h a t P u t s Yo u
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Assured Future Value is a flexible finance solution that provides
V alue you with options so you can drive into the future knowing what
the road ahead holds.
ALL-NEW FORD PUMA
1.0L Ecoboost petrol, seven speed auto, cruise control, emergency
brake assist, Ford Pass connectivity, rear view camera with 180
degree split view, speed sign recognition, wireless charging.
FROM
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$
142 PER WEEK *
4 AFFORDABLE - Have the certainty of regular low fixed payments.
4 YOU’RE IN CONTROL - You choose the terms & kms. Decide later what happens at
the end of your term.
4 PEACE OF MIND - You’ll know the guaranteed future value of vehicle upfront.
* Weekly figure based in a new Ford Puma. Weekly cost includes no deposit, over a 48 month term, with an AFV of $13,090 and allowing for 60,000kms over the term of the contract. AFV finance is available to
approved purchasers only, normal lending terms and conditions, fees, and credit criteria apply.
Contact Nathan Ford to chat about your financing options.
P: 027 666 6739 Find out how it works
Macaulay Motors
E: nathan@macaulaymotors.co.nz
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STAFF NEWS
Well done Steve Rhodes on your impressive Tour of New Zealand
2021 results!
A huge congratulations to Steve and teams. We’re stoked to say
Rhodes, General Sales Manager at Steve finished an impressive
our Queenstown branch. Steve was fourth in the Masters category and
recently involved in the Tour of New seventh overall.
Zealand, an epic week long race
that sees participants cycling their He says the highlight for him was
way around New Zealand. Over the going up the rugged West Coast.
course of the week they ride a total This is the first time the Tour
of 505.5kms in eight stages while have cycled up the West Coast
raising money for charity. and he says it certainly lived up
to its reputation with a massive
Participants could choose between downpour and thunderstorm hitting
six charities to ride for: Child riders as they made their way over
Cancer, Heart Foundation, Unicorn the Haast Pass. Despite this Steve
Foundation, Akina Foundation says it was a beautiful ride up the
(Bikes For Schools), Spinal Trust, coast and riding through Queens
and Tear Fund. Steve entered as Charlotte Sound to the finish in
an individual rider, raising funds for Picton was always a highlight with
Child Cancer. While the tally is yet beautiful weather to round out the
to be finalised, Steve says at last Tour.
count they were sitting at close to
$30,000 for his charity. Nice work Steve, you’ve done us all
proud! The kids of Makaroa School came out
There were 164 riders involved in to watch the riders start the Makaroa to
Haast Pass stage.
the Tour including both individuals
MacaulayWanaka.
Motors
From left: Steve Rhodes, Reuben Boniface, and Alistair Burnett On the road: Steve cresting the Crown Range heading towards
ready to start the Arrowtown to Wanaka stage.
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SPONSORSHIP
Marist Rugby Football Club Invercargill celebrates
100 years
We are super proud to support their centenary celebrations over Find out all about
Invercargill club rugby. We have Queen’s Birthday weekend. the celebrations
been supporting the Marist Rugby by clicking here
Football Club Invercargill for many Over the course of the weekend
years in a variety of ways, including the Centenary Committee have We hope you all
becoming a jersey sponsor two arranged a variety of activities have the best
years ago. including a centenary craic weekend to
and a formal dinner. Centenary celebrate this
We want to congratulate Marist on merchandise will be available to huge milestone.
reaching 100 years and wish them purchase throughout the weekend.
all the best for this season and for
Throwback to when our Dealer Principal Tim Rabbitte played for Marist (top row,
third from left).
Rugby balls headed for Marist and
Star Rugby Clubs
This week we took delivery of our long awaited Macaulay Ford
rugby balls that we ordered last year and were held up due to
Covid. We are very proud to give these quality balls to the clubs
we sponsor as practise balls in various grades. Check out our
Dealer Principal, Tim Rabbitte’s kids in their Marist gear proudly
showing off one of the balls.
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HEALTH & SAFETY
Health and Safety is a an extinguisher on a real
big part of our business fire and understanding
and we are always looking what extinguisher is best
at ways we can up-skill depending on the fire
our team. Working with source. The feedback from
PWFP Fire Safety over the the team is so positive
past 12 months we have we are rolling it out to
been training our teams all staff over the course
on the correct use of fire of the year. We highly
extinguishers. The training recommend this service
has been an opportunity provided by Paul Wood
for many of our staff and the team at PWFP –
across our business to contact them by clicking
get experience in using here.
AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNICIAN
Queenstown
Macaulay Motors is an award most popular brands. Ongoing on your doorstep.
winning Ford and Mazda business factory training is offered along
that has been operating in Otago with an opportunity to work with If you have decided this year is time
and Southland for over 85 years. a great team. for a change for your Technical
We are part of the Colonial Motor career, talk to us now. Our ideal
Company group of companies Queenstown has long been candidate will hold a current WOF
which offers our employees a considered NZ’s adventure qualification, but if you are near to
unique opportunity to build a long playground but it also offers completion of your apprenticeship
term and rewarding career in much more. Living and working in and keen to join us, we are still
one of New Zealand’s strongest Queenstown or the surrounding keen to hear from
automotive businesses. districts offers opportunities for you.
a more relaxed pace with plenty
Due to an internal transfer we of outdoor activities to suit all
seek a qualified, or near qualified lifestyles, from relaxing
Automotive Technician to join our by the lake to
Queenstown dealership. To attract leisure boating,
the right candidate, we offer a fishing, and
generous hourly rate, relocation access to some
support and the opportunity to of NZ’s great
work with two of New Zealand’s walks - all right
Contact Simon Jones for more information or to apply for this role:
Macaulay Motors
simon@macaulaymotors.co.nz or (03) 442 3914
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JOB VACANCIES
FORD NEW We seek a motivated and
energetic sales professional to
and the ability to deal with
people at all levels
VEHICLE
join our Ford new vehicle team • a high degree of accuracy
at our Invercargill branch. with numbers and data
• ability to work unsupervised
SALES Macaulay Motors is an award
winning dealership representing •
when required
a high degree of personal
Ford, Mazda and Mahindra and drive and resilience
we are based in Invercargill, If you are looking to grow your
Queenstown and Wanaka. sales career and wish to join a
large, well resourced business
We have a vacancy in our Ford
that offers great earning
new vehicle team. Key attributes
potential, we want to hear from
we are looking for are:
you. For the right person, a
• sales or frontline customer company vehicle is also available
experience after a qualifying period.
• strong networking skills
Apply in confidence now: suzanne@macaulaymotors.co.nz
AUTOMOTIVE
TECHNICIAN
Invercargill
We are looking for an additional work ethic and a healthy dose of If this all sounds like you, we want
qualified automotive technician to good old fashioned values. to hear from you now!
join our dealership In Invercargill.
If you would like to work with a Applicants for this position should
We represent Ford and Mazda strong, experienced team and you have NZ residency or a valid NZ
brands and our refurbished are a fully qualified technician we work visa.
workshop is busy almost all year want to hear from you now.
round. We pride ourselves on
delivering quality service to every We offer the opportunity to work
customer and as such, we are on some of NZ’s top
often requested to work on other selling brands, access
brands from time to time. to training to develop
your technical career,
Our ideal candidate will have WOF along with a competitive
certification along with a great remuneration plan.
Contact Stephen Snoep for more information or to apply for this role:
Macaulay Motors
steve@macaulaymotors.co.nz or (03) 211 1200
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INVERCARGILL | QUEENSTOWN | WANAKATHREE GREAT LOCATIONS
270 Dee Street, Invercargill (03) 211 1222
42 Grant Road, Frankton, Queenstown (03) 442 3914
11-13 McCormick Street, Three Parks, Wanaka (03) 443 1134
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