Where is NZ’s Ford Ranger Super Duty? Delayed ute launch explained, with no solution in sight

The capabilities of the Ford Ranger Super Duty have seemingly broken New Zealand's compliance laws. With the ute's launch now shrouded in red tape, we look into what's happened.

Dave Kavermann

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Dave Kavermann

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