Peugeot Life 2009 Peugeotlife EUROPEAN FLAIR AND INNOVATION TRAVEL • FINE FOOD • TEMPTATIONS I magine it, and you will find it here… Situated on the top deck, and truly the only one I magine A Resort ...Designed To Satisfy Your Every Desire is a half-acre of beautifully manicured grass, inspiring moments of ultimate indulgence. Play bocce, sip a cold drink on the patio, or simply sit and be taken in by the smell of freshly cut grass in the middle of the ocean. You can even enjoy a live demonstration of the Club’s glass blowing studio. Spectacular Design Exquisite Restaurants It took a world-class team of architects, designers and stylists to create the masterpiece that is Celebrity SolsticeTM. From the overall design and layout, down to the fabrics and colour palettes, no detail was overlooked, leaving you to absorb an utterly complete experience on a ship like no other. 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Special conditions, currency fluctuations & availability restrictions apply. All fares and taxes are subject to change without notice up until full payment is received. Sale ends 30 April 2009. CEL672 I magine it, and you will find it here… Situated on the top deck, and truly the only one I magine A Resort ...Designed To Satisfy Your Every Desire is a half-acre of beautifully manicured grass, inspiring moments of ultimate indulgence. Play bocce, sip a cold drink on the patio, or simply sit and be taken in by the smell of freshly cut grass in the middle of the ocean. You can even enjoy a live demonstration of the Club’s glass blowing studio. Spectacular Design Exquisite Restaurants It took a world-class team of architects, designers and stylists to create the masterpiece that is Celebrity SolsticeTM. From the overall design and layout, down to the fabrics and colour palettes, no detail was overlooked, leaving you to absorb an utterly complete experience on a ship like no other. 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Special conditions, currency fluctuations & availability restrictions apply. All fares and taxes are subject to change without notice up until full payment is received. Sale ends 30 April 2009. CEL672 Peugeot life Introduction By Simon Rose, Divisional Manager Sime Darby Automobiles NZ Ltd Welcome to the latest edition of Peugeot Life! Many people don’t know, that Automobiles Peugeot is still a family-owned business. They are dedicated to serving people in a personal and memorable way with the clear objective of producing innovative and stylish-looking vehicles of the highest quality, to ensure they exceed customer expectations. Recently, Peugeot reached an important milestone in its 100-plus-year history. They have now produced an incredible 50 million vehicles worldwide and are now the fourth biggest vehicle manufacturer in Europe. As the recently appointed Divisional Manager of Sime Darby Automobiles NZ Ltd, the importer of Peugeot, I am extremely proud to be able to share with you some of our recent accolades, as well as our new product plans for what promises to be an exciting future for our customers. Peugeot is a brand that becomes part of your life – hence the appropriate name of our magazine. It has been a part of my life and career for the last six years, my own parents are now onto their sixth Peugeot and, having just started a new family of my own, my latest model of choice to keep our family as safe as possible is the new Peugeot 308 SW HDi – we love the economy and flexible use of space to carry around everything that comes along with a young family! Talking safety, we are pleased to announce that the new Peugeot 308 was recently awarded the prestigious title of “New Zealand’s Safest Car” by the well-known and trusted Automobile Association. We couldn’t have asked for a more important award to share with our customers and our entire organisation is exceptionally proud to have received it. We are also pleased to highlight in this issue the outstanding achievements our dealer network and their staff have made in all areas of the business, be it in sales, marketing or simply in treating you like one of their own family when it comes to delivering outstanding levels of customer service. We hope this edition of Peugeot Life has something to tempt and entertain everyone. It includes articles on everything from gourmet cooking, reviews on luxury golf courses and travel, to the latest runway designs from our local fashion icon and long-term brand advocate, Kate Sylvester. Of course, we have some exciting new product news to share as well… a sneak peek at the stunning new 308 CC, our first-ever 4WD SUV, the new Peugeot 4007 and the new Crossover 3008, not to mention our new small commercial van, the Peugeot Partner. Lastly, we welcome and value your feedback – it’s vital we understand what our customers would like to read and also how you think we can improve our business. Please feel free to contact me directly on email at simon.rose@peugeot.co.nz to let me know your thoughts, and in return for your time we will send you a Peugeot writing pen to thank you. Thanks again for taking the time to learn a little more about the world of Peugeot. Enjoy the read and we look forward to talking again soon. Until then, safe and happy motoring. Regards, Simon Rose, Divisional Manager. 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We lift the lid on the latest coupé cabriolet. 16 Unmistakably Peugeot The ground-breaking 4007 SUV is the product of European influence and a commitment to driving pleasure. 18 2009 Peugeot 407 – New Model Increased refinement and subtle styling changes herald the arrival of the latest 407. 20 New Zealand’s Safest car The NZ Automobile Association has named the 308 the safest car in 2009. 22 908 HDi Hybrid Peugeot is a major contender to win this year’s Le Mans using new diesel and hybrid technology. 24 Green Tyres A new tyre developed by Peugeot and Michelin helps to reduce carbon emissions. 26 Top of the Class Peugeot proves its fuel efficiency at the AA Energywise Rally. We tell the story – and give some tips on driving for economy. 28 The Future of the Family Car The striking new 3008 Crossover, so named because it crosses a whole range of different functions. Peugeot Life magazine Published by Sime Darby Automobiles NZ Ltd Printing – PMP Print Ltd Produced by Hope Publishing Ltd, Box 1199, Shortland Street, Auckland 1140, New Zealand. Advertising enquiries to: Don Hope 09-358 4080, Jo Harvey Mob 021-498 434 Editor – Tom Hyde Sub editor – Patrick Smith Creative Director – Mark Llewellyn To change your address details or subscribe please phone 09-526 7010 or email peugeot@peugeot.co.nz Opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of Sime Darby Automobiles NZ Ltd or its agents. All care has been taken to ensure product details are correct at time of printing but no liability is accepted. Please confirm with your local Peugeot Centre. Contents 32 Cruising On Celebrity Cruises introduces a new and sophisticated class of cruise ship. 32 A New Way to Fly Emirates Airbus A380 service sets a benchmark for comfort and sustainability. 36 Touring France Peugeot EuroLease was the logical solution for a holiday in France. 40 Cutting the Mustard French food and French condiments meet in three stunning dishes. 44 How to Say “Fore” In French A new golf course in Tahiti catches Tom Hyde’s attention. 50 Best of the Best Peace and tranquility at two romantic luxury resorts in the Cook Islands. 56 Forecasting Fashion We catch up with leading fashion designer and Peugeot partner Kate Sylvester. 60 Temptations Fragrances, fabulous Dior, funky French homeware and the latest in home theatre. 64 The Van is Back Peugeot join the small van market with its new practical Partner van. 72 Peugeot News We bring you up to date with the latest dealer news from around the country. 74 Quality + Passion = Great Service Peugeot dealers take pride in providing customers with the best service in the country. 78 36 44 56 70 Country Drive NEW 308 CC Peugeot life TUNNEL VISION THE PEUGEOT LIFE TEAM TEST-DRIVE A NEW 308 CC TO MATAKANA. TOM HYDE REPORTS. T he drive through the new Johnstone Hill tunnel north of Auckland has proven to be an administrative nightmare, but putting that aside for now, it has also turned out to be one of the prettiest roads in the country. The tunnel is neat and clean and appears to have all the latest technology automotive tunnels today should have. The road cruises smoothly through attractive native bush on both sides (read: no development) and at one point there’s even a sea view few people will have seen before. A sleek new bridge crossing high above the road has thin red supports, its design meant to resemble a Pukeko. The tunnel has turned a once stressful drive up the coast into a breeze and if you time it right it makes a Saturday morning visit to the Farmer’s Market in Matakana fun and something different to do. To beat mid-morning traffic that invariably gets backed up by the ludicrous intersection in Warkworth, we left Queen Street at 7:20am. By eight we were knocking off a coffee and a croque-monsieur for breakfast. That the Farmer’s Market in Matakana would have someone making croques-monsieurs on site, while you wait, says a lot about what the coast east of Warkworth from Snells Beach north to Leigh has become. A croque-monsieur is a French-style grilled ham and cheese sandwich, a traditional French café staple, pronounced KROHK muhs-YOOR – even if the guy making them called them “Crocs” as if they were a style of shoe. And even if the sandwiches were made with what food writer Lauraine Jacobs told me (hush, hush) was Turkish bread. Lauraine is the food editor of Cuisine magazine and the author of a combination guide and recipe book entitled Matakana (published by Random House). She and her husband have had a second home at Omaha Beach for seven years. She told us, “As a passionate cook I revel in the food I find around this district. I can get everything I need: fresh garden produce from farm stands where honesty boxes still rule, gourmet products and meat from possibly the best butcher in the country; a bakery with bread and pastries to die for, and plenty of ocean-fresh fish that my husband catches with regularity.” 8–9 The Matakana Farmer’s Market has become so popular it’s likely you’ll meet someone you know or notice a familiar face. We spot Anne Thorpe, the chef of the Food Channel’s Kai Ora programme, picking up a few things. Paul Blackwell, the owner of the New Zealand Breakers basketball team, is there with his family. They have recently moved into the district. Most of all, however, the market thrives because it serves great coffee and food (we moved on from a croque-monsieur to a whitebait fritter) and sells the local delights described by Lauraine Jacobs. Moreover, next to the market are permanent shops, among them the noted Stubbs Village Butchery, an organic ice cream shop, and the Matakana Patisserie. On the morning of our visit there was a flea market underway in front of the pub. Here, wine country begins just south of Warkworth on SH 1 at Ransom Wines, a winery and café owned and operated by Robin and Marion Ransom. They’ve been making wine here since the mid-1990s, which means they’ve been here about as long as the other 15 wineries on the Matakana Wine Trail. It was still morning, and too early for most of us (not all) to taste wine, but before leaving Matakana we picked up a useful brochure on the trail, with a map for future reference. Instead, the vote was for homemade ice cream at Charlies Gelato Garden. Charlie Wrigglesworth and Heather King, the owners of Charlies, make their own fruit- and berry-flavoured gelato (more flavour, less fat than conventional ice cream) on site at their café on Sharp Road. They also make chocolate-coated strawberries, meringues and jams. We thought it was the perfect stop after the market because the gelato was cool (literally so), we could sit down and take our time, and before leaving we were able to check out an exhibition of contemporary art at the Fine Line Gallery attached to the café. Art, or rather sculpture, inspired our next stop at Brick Bay, where Richard and Christine Didsbury have established a vineyard and winery and popular Sculpture Trail – a quiet walk, through native bush over wetlands and around a neatly trimmed vineyard, that features work by more than two dozen New Zealand artists. Christine Hellyar, Gretchen Albrecht, Fatu Feu’u Peugeot life and Mary-Louise Brown are among those who have contributed to this outdoor gallery, an easy one-hour walk and the perfect thing to work up an appetite for a glass of wine and a gourmet food platter back at the vineyard’s attractive Glass House. The winery and Sculpture Trail are open from 10am to 5 pm daily and adult admission is $10. As if we hadn’t had enough food and drink already, we considered the options for lunch. The café at Morris & James Pottery on Tongue Farm Road, we knew, was as popular as ever. According to Lauraine Jacobs, writing in Matakana, “Anthony Morris and his family returned to New Zealand from Britain in 1977 to establish their family business at Matakana. For several years they produced terracotta pots using the supply of iron-rich clay on their property, which previously had been used for brick-making. But by the mid-1980s the pottery was producing pots and tiles with brightly coloured glazes, putting Matakana on the map as visitors came from afar to source their distinctive works.” Morris & James continues to be a top spot for experiencing art and fine food on the same site, although in recent years other attractive cafés and restaurants have opened in this area, too, such is the impact of those who have left Auckland and elsewhere to settle here. David Hoskins and Mary Evans began growing grapes here over 20 years ago but their restaurant, at Heron’s Flight Vineyard, opened only two years ago. Ever since, their wine and food has been a critical success. Heron’s Flight is one of the wineries on the Matakana Wine Trail, but it is the only vineyard in New Zealand dedicated solely to Italian grape varieties, namely, Sangiovese and Dolcetto, from vines imported from Tuscany and the Piedmont. All the wineries on the wine trail serve food, but to break the pattern and feeling like something more substantial than nibbles – however delicious they were – we drove back towards Warkworth on the Matakana Road to the Dragonfly Café. We were told it was under new ownership, so perhaps that was why we found the parking lot nearly full and the shop and restaurant inside buzzing. We never met the new owners – no doubt they were too busy to talk in any case. But from The Saturday morning Farmer’s Market in Matakana offers the best produce and tasty delights from the region. 10 – 11 Peugeot 40 appearances the Dragonfly is a French boutique, an art gallery and pleasant café, out back, in cool shade, all rolled into one. As this report is not a restaurant review and we do not presume to be food critics, suffice it so say, our experience left us recommending the place to friends as a café that just might be dishing out the best brunch in the region. Back on SH 1 again heading south, we were thankful for the early start. Motorists expecting a quick run through Warkworth by midday were backed up half way to Puhoi. Now that the tunnel has been completed, next up should be a by-pass at Warkworth, with no traffic lights. At Puhoi we drove on by the historic pub to the Art of Cheese further down the road. It too was busy with lunchtime guests, all of them one way or another enjoying the taste of fine cheese made onsite. We found the Franck’s Blue especially tasty. Back through Puhoi and on home through the Johnstone Hill Tunnel which, for those of us who don’t live there, has opened a new vista on Matakana, the surrounding region and the coast. It was a very fine day out and, oh yes, the car purred clean and smooth all the way. The cafés and wineries of Matakana Coast are now just 40 minutes from Auckland using the new Northern Gateway and tunnel. Opposite: Our 308 CC parked outside Morris & James Pottery. 12 – 13 Peugeot 308 CC C onvertibles are often thought of as “fashion-statement” cars. True enough, but let’s not forget that in fashion, a select few lead while others follow. The new 308 CC certainly has eye-catching lines and its clever power folding hard-top is right at the cutting edge of such technology. Not surprising for a company that invented the concept of folding-roof cars back in the 1930s with the gorgeous 401, 601 and 402 Eclipse models. But the 308 CC is also a groundbreaking convertible – a leader in its market segment. Windin-the-hair motoring is all about experiencing the outside environment, so it’s fitting that the 308 CC does more than any other drop-top to protect the environment as well. It’s powered exclusively by a high-tech turbo-diesel 2.0-litre engine that provides massive torque for relaxed driving through the standard six-speed automatic transmission, yet sips fuel at the astonishingly frugal rate of seven litres per 100km and boasts a particulate filter that completely eliminates black exhaust smoke. The 308 CC leads in safety, too. In fact, it’s the first coupé-cabriolet in the world to have head, chest and pelvis airbag protection built into the front seats. Peugeot already builds some of the safest small cars in the world (the 308 received New Zealand’s Safest Car Award at the 2009 Automobile Association Motoring Excellence Awards – see page 20), so with Peugeot advances in airbag packaging and technology there’s no safety compromise for convertible buyers. Not that the CC is all good sense and safety. The driving experience and level of luxury is comparable to prestige convertibles costing twice the price, with a Porsche-design Tiptronic transmission doing the gearchanging and the availability of cabin features like sumptuous leather upholstery and the innovative Airwave system, which directs hot air around the front-seat occupants’ necks. So even if you choose to power back the roof on a winter day (it retracts in just 20 seconds, at up to 10km/h), Airwave ensures that you can keep warm while looking cool. The 308 CC is available from May 2009 with orders being taken now. Contact your local Peugeot centre or call 0800 PEUGEOT for more information. C Go anywhere in style with the innovative on-demand four-wheeldrive system. rossover sport utility vehicles, which combine off-road ability and style with car-like handling, ride and cabin comfort will play an important part in Peugeot New Zealand’s product portfolio for 2009. Just confirmed for launch in New Zealand is the 4007. This is Peugeot’s first-ever sport utility vehicle and combines rally-proven four-wheel-drive technology with typically French style and classleading diesel-engine technology. Forget the outmoded belief that crossover vehicles are thirsty and dirty: Peugeot New Zealand boasts the lowest CO2 emissions of any major local distributor, measured across it range. The 4007 will enhance its position as a provider of environmentally respectful vehicles, powered by the latest-generation 2.2-litre HDi diesel, complete with FAP particulate filter. The 4007 will be the perfect partner to Peugeot’s forthcoming 3008 compact crossover (see page 28), contributing to the sales growth the brand is experiencing in New Zealand and across the world. Locally, Peugeot has been increasing its European market share in a declining market; it’s the same internationally, where the Peugeot Group holds a staggering 31.6 percent share. Peugeot centres in New Zealand are currently taking pre-launch orders for the exciting new 4007, which is expected to go on sale in November 2009. Peugeot life Unmistakably Peugeot PEUGEOT’S FIRS FIRST SUV, THE 4007, IS THE PRODUCT OF EU EUROPEAN INFLUENCE AND THEIR CORE MISSION: DRIVING PLEASURE. 16 – 17 2009 407 R Above: Newlydesigned rear lights and reshaped lower panel give a sportier look. efinement: the process of improvement by clarifying and making small changes. The evolution of Peugeot’s highly-acclaimed 407 sedan, SW and coupé series has been subtle, and with good reason. At launch in 2004, the 407 was recognised as one of the most avant-garde models in its class: the epitome of French style and sophistication. Simply put, there was nothing quite like it. And that remains true in 2009, after 750,000 sales in more than 130 countries. The 407’s exterior design and dynamic prowess ensure it retains standalone status in the premium sector. But even the most innovative cars must be refined to stay fresh and competitive. The new 407 benefits from some fundamental changes that preserve the integrity and brilliance of the original design, but introduce new styling and equipment features that keep it ahead of the pack. These include subtle visual improvement, enhanced comfort and other new features. Style first – isn’t it always with the French? New 407 features a redesigned front air intake, with black lateral components underpinning chrome crosssections. The new look is functional, too: the 407 is now available with front parking radar, to T THE 2009 PEUGEOT 407 RANGE ARRIVES IN NEW ZEALAND. A complement the rear parking assistance of the previous model. The headlights are a new design, featuring chrome surrounds and a beautifully textured finish. At the rear, the lower panel has been completely reshaped and incorporates a protective capping decorated by a chrome bead. The “diffuser” section, inspired by the aerodynamic aids fitted to racing cars, give the 407 a more aggressive and dynamic look. The rear lights are also a new design, with a rubyred housing and crystal-white finish on the direction indicator and reversing light. Viewed together, these small changes give the 407 a much more athletic and dynamic appearance. The new lower panel and lights have an especially dramatic effect on the sleek body shape of the 407 SW. By night, the 407 takes on an even more distinctive aspect. The rear reflector function has been moved away from the lights to the diffuser-style section, in the form of two horizontal bars on either side of the registration plate. The styling changes have slightly increased the dimensions of both models, resulting in a more elongated and athletic appearance. The sedan is now 15mm longer, but remains under 4.7m overall. The SW has been stretched a mere 2mm, and is now Peugeot life 4.765m long. Other dimensions remained unchanged, to maintain the sleek proportions and beautifully balanced driving characteristics and weight distribution of the 407. Inside, a luxurious pearlescent-black trim finish takes the 407 cabin even further upmarket. The dark veneer decorates the centre console, air-vent trim, door handles and door panels. Square-design metallic finishes add a sporty look to the sedan and SW variants. Touches designed to lift the cabin ambience into the realm of true luxury include chrome surrounds on controls for the air-conditioning and audio. Crucially, the 407 SW retains its individual and very practical character. The rear tailgate and window section can be opened separately if required, while the parallel-piped boot floor is meticulously finished. The 70/30 split rear seats allow for a completely flat load floor. And the so-called “modular” front seat can be folded forward to allow particularly long items to be loaded. The range of 2.2-litre petrol, 2.0-litre and 2.7-litre diesel engines continues. The diesels, which are fitted with Peugeot’s FAP particulate filter, continue to top their classes with an unrivalled blend of performance and efficiency. Other eco-measures include the use of aluminium for bulky suspension components and the bonnet, thereby reducing weight and saving fuel. But the safety of the 407 remains a five-star affair, with high-strength steel used in key areas and cutting-edge airbag technology: up to eight are fitted as standard across the range and an incredible nine (including a driver’s knee airbag) on the rangetopping 2.7 V6 HDi versions. Other safety features include Electronic Stability Control, which automatically intervenes to keep the car stable in the event of a skid; active seat backrests that help prevent whiplash in a rear-impact accident; Isofix child-seat mounting integrated into the back seat; and electronically-controlled locking for the rear doors. Dynamically, the 407 continues to blend characteristic French suppleness of ride with sporty handling. The dual-purpose cruise control/speed limiter function now features new displays with magnified pop-ups that keep the driver completely informed about the system’s various parameters. The new 407 also benefits from a new set of controls under the steering wheel. This improves driver access to various functions, including the automatic windscreen wipers and headlights. New 407 SW retains its individual styling. The tailgate and window section can be opened separately. 18 – 19 New Zealand’s Safest Car WE FIND OUT WHY THE NZ AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION HAS RATED THE 308 AS NEW ZEALAND’S SAFEST CAR IN 2009. I Above: All that in-built safety and the 308 still looks beautifully stylish. t’s official! The Peugeot 308 is New Zealand’s safest car as rated in the recent AA Motoring Excellence Awards. Vehicles were scrutinized according to criteria set down by the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP) and the European equivalent (Euro NCAP). Some of the crash tests were performed in Sydney. The award is sponsored by MITO – the NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (Inc) who coordinate training and apprenticeships in the motor and industrial textile fabrication industries. MITO also sets industry standards and promotes training in these industries. New Zealand AA General Manager of Technical Services Stella Stocks told Peugeot Life, “The manufacturers were not too happy about crash testing when we started doing it in the 1990s. But they’ve come around and customers do take notice of the results. Just the other day I got a call from a woman who had been in a serious road accident. She was seeking advice on what car to buy based on our safety ratings.” Crash testing involves a frontal impact, where the collision is skewed to the driver’s side, a side impact, a pole test, and tests for occupant and pedestrian safety. The Frontal Offset test, as it’s formally known, simulates a collision with another vehicle of similar size by making contact with a crushable aluminium barrier at 64kp/h. The side-impact test runs a 950kg trolley into the driver’s side of the vehicle at 50km/h. The occupant protection rating uses crash-test dummies that measure injury outcomes of the driver and front passenger and the deformation of the vehicle’s structure. A star rating is assigned on the basis of the results from impacts front and side. Pedestrian safety has become more important in recent years as the number of pedestrian road fatalities in Australia and New Zealand has gone up. Today, pedestrians make up about a third of all road fatalities in urban areas. The pedestrian-impact test estimates injuries to pedestrians struck by a vehicle travelling at 40km/h. It consists of dummy components projected at the vehicle’s front and bonnet to evaluate injury risk for the head, upper leg and knee of the pedestrian. Says Stella Stocks: “A comprehensive analysis with all possible crash tests on just one car can cost as much as $500,000, which is why crash testing is sometimes restricted to one or two safety features.” The 2009 review tested for occupant and pedestrian collisions and the Peugeot 308 scored the highest in Peugeot life www.mito.org.nz both categories. The car scored 54.3 out of a possible 73 points and earned the maximum 5-star safety rating. Stella Stocks noted new control systems like Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and anti-lock braking systems (ABS) among the most significant technical advances in car safety in recent years. ABS and ESC are now standard features of the Peugeot 308. Research on automotive safety systems has proven their value. A study by the Institute for Highway Safety in the US, for example, found that ESC reduced the likelihood of a fatal crash by 43 percent, a fatal single-vehicle crash by 56 percent and a fatal single-vehicle rollover by 80 percent Where the Peugeot 308 further distinguishes itself, however, is with a body designed with a tripleimpact absorption structure that dissipates energy on impact, increasing protection for occupants while greatly reducing the consequences of an impact with a pedestrian. Just as Peugeot is one of the most innovative carmakers in the world when it comes to low fuel consumption and low CO2 emission engines, so too is it one of the most innovative manufacturers when it comes to safety. As Peugeot’s NZ Divisional Manager Simon Rose noted when the 308 received its 5-star safety rating, “This Safest Car award is of genuine value to a prospective buyer and is unique in its meaning to the New Zealand motoring public – which in my opinion makes it by far the most important award we could ever win.” 308 SAFETY FEATURES • Electronic Stability Control • Up to seven airbags – driver, passenger, side impact, front to rear curtain, drivers knee. • ABS (with EBFD & EBA). • Front and rear 3-point seatbelts. • Pre-Tensioning/force limiting seatbelts. • Force limiting outer rear seatbelts. • Isofix on front passenger and rear outer seatbelts. • Electric rear child door locks. • Fuel cut off inertia switch. • Wrap around front/rear head restraints. • Auto hazard warning lights. • Collapsible steering column. Up to seven airbags are included on the 308 – driver, passenger, side-impact, frontto-rear curtain and driver’s knee. 20 – 21 908 HDi Hybrid Peugeot life THE LE MANS SERIES THIS YEAR WILL INCLUDE THE PEUGEOT 908 HDI HYBRID UNVEILED IN 2008 AT SILVERSTONE. I t’s a little-known fact that the practice of spraying champagne after winning an F1 race actually began at Le Mans. In 1967 after the American team of Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt won this celebrated endurance race, Gurney stood on the podium with a magnum of bubbly. But instead of offering a toast and drinking it, he shook the bottle and sprayed it over anyone within striking distance, including Henry Ford II and team owner Carroll Shelby. The 24 Hours of Le Mans, otherwise known as the Grand Prix of Endurance, will take place this year on June14-15 and again Peugeot will be there, only this year Peugeot Total Team will race three 908 HDi FAP Hybrids (or 908HY) with the aim not simply to complete the race but to win it. The 908 HDi FAP Hybrid can be powered in either electric mode only (e.g. in the pit lane), internal combustion engine only or a combination of the two. Peugeot Sport profited from the final round of the 2008 Le Mans Series at Silverstone to unveil a 908 HDi FAP Hybrid equipped with a hybrid power plant, featuring a kinetic-energy recovery system. The 908HY was presented in a dedicated new silver-grey livery, providing a foretaste of what Peugeot’s next endurance racing challenge could resemble, although its use will depend on the regulations that govern LMP 1 cars from 2009. Since it was first staged in 1923, the 24 Hours of Le Mans has seen 117 drivers and 24 different makers taste victory. At the same time the number of spectators has grown to more than 200,000, while television coverage reaches more than 400 million viewers in 113 countries. In May, they will see the Peugeot 908HY, too. The 908HY technology enables a proportion of the kinetic energy produced under braking to be either recovered or stored. In the case of the hybrid, this energy is lost or simply dissipated in the form of heat via the brakes. When it’s harnessed, however, it enables the car’s efficiency to be improved in two ways. Firstly, performance is enhanced, with no increase in the amount of energy consumed, thanks to the combination of the stored mechanical energy and the energy produced by the internal combustion engine. This translates into an additional boost of 60 kW (80 bhp) for approximately 20 seconds a lap, either automatically when re-accelerating or when the driver chooses to make use of it. Secondly, fuel consumption is lowered by 3-5 per cent, thanks to the availability of stored mechanical energy. Le Mans is one of seven events planned for Peugeot Sport. The 2009 programme began in March at Sebring (US) with a 12-hour endurance Race. In April there are two 1,000km races at Barcelona and Monza, and in May the series moves to Belgium (Spa) for another 1,000km event before the team sets up camp at Le Mans in June. The two final 1,000km races are scheduled for Nurburgring (Germany) in August and Silverstone (UK) in September. Michel Barge, the Director of Peugeot Sport, has said: “The hybrid 908 HDi FAP is in perfect keeping with the overall mission of our endurance racing programme which covers not only the challenge of competing, but also the fact that we can use motorsport as a research and development tool for the Peugeot brand as a whole. Michel continues, “After innovating through the use of our HDi FAP technology in competition, running a hybrid car in endurance racing would give Peugeot a chance to gain extremely valuable experience that would benefit the development of production cars. Whether we use this technology or not in 2009 will obviously depend on the details of the new regulations published by the Automobile Club de l’Quest”. The Le Mans Series is just one side of Peugeot’s involvement with and commitment to research and development through competition. In March this year, the Peugeot 207 Super 2000 finished first and second in the IRC (Inter-continental Rally Championship) in Brazil. The 207 Super 2000 races in the IRC series and the European Championships. 22 – 23 Green Tyres THE NEW MICHELIN ENERGY SAVER TYRE FOR THE PEUGEOT 308 REDUCES CARBON EMISSIONS BY NEARLY FOUR GRAMS PER KILOMETRE. W hen people talk about the environmental impact of car tyres they’re usually talking about something else other than CO2 emissions. Engine and exhaust systems, not tyres, are commonly associated with global warming, but now Michelin has produced a tyre for Peugeot that reduces rolling resistance by as much as 20 percent more than the market average. What this means is that the new Michelin Energy Saver tyre cuts the amount of energy needed to propel a Peugeot and that’s one of the secrets to Peugeot’s superior fuel efficiency. Michelin and Peugeot have worked together for many years to achieve these kinds of goals. The Energy Saver tyre can generate a fuel saving of about 0.2 litres per 100 kilometres, resulting in a reduction in CO2 emissions of nearly 4 grams per kilometre. This represents about a one-tonne reduction in carbon emissions into the atmosphere over the life of the vehicle. The Energy Saver tyre leads to greater fuel Peugeot life Michelin and Peugeot have worked together for many years to bring the new Energy Saver tyres to the market. efficiency while delivering superior grip. It delivers superior safety and has arguably the longest lifespan of any tyre on the market. Graeme Mead of Tyreline Distributors, New Zealand’s Michelin distributor in Hamilton (www.tyreline.co.nz), told Peugeot Life exactly how the Energy Saver tyre works. With each rotation of the wheel, the shape of the tyre changes slightly under the weight of the vehicle. As the shape changes the tyre’s components heat up and some of the energy transmitted by the car’s engine is lost. This is what’s known as “rolling resistance”. Lowering rolling resistance lowers fuel consumption and that in turn lowers CO2 emissions. When it comes to lowering rolling resistance, all tyres are not created equal. Differences between two brands used on the same vehicle can be as high as 50 percent. In September 2007 at the Frankfurt Auto Show, Michelin convincingly demonstrated rolling resistance and its impact on fuel consumption. The test involved two Peugeot 308s running on two concave tracks (for rolling forward and back) but with different tyres. One car had Michelin Energy Saver tyres, the other a brand of tyre with the market-average resistance. Each vehicle was released from a height of three metres down a 20-degree slope. The vehicles were rolled forward and back again, propelled by their own weight. The car with the Michelin Energy Saver tyres continued to move forward and back significantly longer than the other car. A live demonstration of that test can be viewed online at www.youtube.com by searching “Michelin Energy Saver”. Graeme Mead told us: “For New Zealand roads and conditions we stock the Michelin Energy XM-1+ tyre which comes as a standard fitment on the Peugeot 308 AT-e. As part of the Michelin Energy range, the XM-1+ is manufactured to have a 25 percent mileage improvement from its predecessor the Energy XM1.” Michelin has invested considerable time and money over the last decade in developing a green tyre; that is, a tyre that solves two problems at once: fuel consumption and carbon emissions. For a more comprehensive understanding of this, readers are urged to visit www.michelin-green-meter.com, where they’ll find a number of testimonials from businesses which have saved a considerable amount of money by switching to the Energy Saver tyre. For now, one of the best testimonials the product could have is its endorsement by Peugeot, world leaders in environmentally respectful motoring. 24 – 25 Top of the Class PEUGEOT PROVES ITS FUEL EFFICIENCY AT THE 2008 AA ENERGYWISE RALLY. BY SELF-DECLARED “PEUGEOTPHILE” DONALD WEBSTER. T Above: The Peugeot team with the two 308 ATs. From left: Rhys Nolan, Donald Webster, Heather Mosley, Mike Marshall. he recently launched 308 AT-e came top of the Compact Car Class for lowest CO2 emissions and lowest fuel consumption in the 2008 AA Energywise Rally. The 308 AT-e produced a total emissions of just 106.03 g/km and came first in its class for using the least amount of fuel, with an overall consumption of 4.047 l/100km. Divisional Manager for Puegeot in New Zealand Simon Rose said: “We are very proud of this result. The Compact Car class is very competitive and is a growing sector of the market as it’s largely reflective of modern family consumer’s needs. Having the lowest CO2 emissions and using the least amount of fuel means a Peugeot 308 customer is winning on all counts.” The AA Energywise Rally is held every two years and is jointly organised by the AA, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) and Gull Petroleum New Zealand. Former NZ Rally Champion Mike Marshall and I drove in the rally on behalf of Puegeot. It’s been said often enough that there are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics. In the 2008 AA Energywise Rally, there were heaps of statistics (and a few lies) flying around. I was fortunate enough to be invited to drive a fabulous new Peugeot 308 HDi AT. This was a special treat for me because I come from a long line of Puegeotphiles. Through our companies Campbell Motors and Motorworld, my family held the NZ franchise for Peugeot for nearly 30 years, from the introduction in 1952 of the 203 until 1981. We also built the assembly plant in Thames where the Peugeot 403, 404 and 504 were assembled. More recently I have driven in a number of endurance races for Peugeot, my wife and children drive Peugeots and in 2006 I competed in the Energywise rally in a 407 V6 HDi. Mike Marshall, meanwhile, is well-known for his impressive driving skills and now his sons enjoy rally driving as well. Mike has driven in three Energywise Peugeot life rallies with his partner Heather, and when he’s not rally-driving he’s managing his First Aluminium business in Penrose. In 2008, strangely for a fuel economy event, there was no winner for overall best economy, even though there were the usual awards for most efficient driver, best dollar per kilometre and lowest CO2 emissions. Held every two years, the 2008 event attracted 59 cars from different manufacturers. Some of the county’s biggest sellers were notably absent from the event, which was a pity. At the same time, some marques entered an extraordinary number of cars. Contestants were asked to drive 1,641 kilometres over four days, from Auckland to Wellington and back. Day one saw us drive through rush-hour Monday-morning traffic (1 hour 17 minutes to do 9km) down SH 1 to Hamilton, through the centre of town and on to Taumarunui for lunch. From there we drove to Wanganui over the Paraparas and into the busy evening rush hour at Palmerston North, a total of 532.5km. Day two took us to Wellington, for lunch on the waterfront, before a frustratingly slow journey out of the capital back to Palmerston North, a total of 351.2km. Day three was a punishing 523km to Rotorua on the Forgotten World Highway between Stratford and Taumarunui and a lovely lunch in the “Republic of Whangamomona”. The final day saw a simple trip home to Auckland and a last refuel at Gull Manukau, where all the lies stopped and the statistics took over big time. A three-minute/hour penalty was applied if you were too slow. That made it a realistic event which would replicate normal driving conditions. I did this event for Peugeot in 2006 in the sublime 407 V6 HDi 2.7-litre turbo diesel. This year I was fortunate enough to drive the new 1.6-litre 308 HDi turbo diesel 5-door hatch with their new Automated Transmission (AT). It’s a six-speed manual gearbox that has an automated clutch system. In practical terms that’s two pedals in the footwell. The paddle shifters behind the steering wheel were especailly good; right side for up-changes and left for down. Not that you needed to use them because you can select Auto Mode and it will do it for you. Over the 1,641 kms, I used 69.59 litres of diesel, which worked out at 4.24 l/100km or 66 mpg. That put me third in my class and fifth overall. My very good friend and long-time rally-driving legend, Mike Marshall, driving an identical car to mine (except that it had new silica Michelin Energy Saver tyres) used 66.40 litres of diesel, giving a phenonenal 4.04 l/100km. Mike was second, but while there were no prizes for that, there were prizes for best drivers. Peugeot quoted 4.7 litres/100km for my car and 4.5 for Mike’s, but we both bettered those figures by about 10 per cent. A Holden Maloo V8 Ute won that with a whopping 39.5 per cent improvement. The next category was cost-per-kilometre. My 69.59 litres of fuel cost $83.44 and Mike’s $79.61, but we both had to add $59.07 of RUC (yes, that’s what we said!) to our figures, so our total cost was $142.50 and $138.68 or 87 cents per km and 85 cents, respectively. In the CO2 emissions sector, the better economy of the diesel-engined cars gave them the first four places, with Mike’s Peugeot 308 AT-e second, the Peugeot-engined Mini third and me seventh. Being a motorsport competitor, I don’t particularly like driving slowly, so this was a new challenge for me. You have to contend with all the other road users and watch your fuel consumption like a hawk. Looking ahead and anticipating the upcoming road conditions is really important. Anyone could have achieved the economy I did, as I did nothing special, so if you follow the four easy tips below, you can save heaps on your fuel cost, and treat it as a personal challenge. It’s not hard and is a lot of fun. • Never accelerate hard. Moving off from the lights or going onto a hill, let the car do the work, building up speed slowly. Leave passing traffic to others and relax more on your trip. If you have to pass, try and do it smoothly. • Change up gears as soon as you can. Be careful not to let the engine labour under too much lowspeed load. • Drive in your socks so you get a better feel of the accelerator pedal. • No need to speed – you accelerate down hills to build up your speed very economically. The Peugeot 308 is available in Euro Hatch, Sport Wagon and the newly launched convertible with a choice of either petrol or diesel engines and with manual or automatic transmission. It is priced from $33,990. The 308 AT costs from $40,990. 26 – 27 Peugeot 3008 PEUGEOT REDEFINES THE FUTURE OF THE FAMILY CAR WITH CLEVER PACKAGING AND TECHNOLOGY. Peugeot life I t’s not often a carmaker invents a whole new genre of vehicle. But Peugeot has done just that with the new 3008 crossover – so called because it crosses over into a variety of different segments and applications. The 3008, which will be launched in New Zealand in the next 12 months, gives a glimpse of the future of the family car. Designed for active people who want more out of their vehicle than the existing hatchback, sport utility or peoplemover categories can provide, the 3008 introduces a new concept and new technology to the world of mainstream motoring. It may be a new type of vehicle, but the styling and some distinctive design cues clearly mark it as a Peugeot. The streamlined headlamps are expressive and typical of the French maker’s design philosophy. The single front grille helps create the effect of a luxury off-roader. At the rear, the wings, with their structured curves, blend smoothly with the ruby-coloured rear LED lights. The use of a split rear tailgate boosts versatility and further stamps an outdoor spirit into the look of the 3008. As is often the case with Peugeot, the name tells you all you need to know about the 3008. The “3” means it belongs in the maker’s compact car range (a sister to the 308, if you like). The “00” is intended to indicate an original and innovative design, and make it distinct from Peugeot’s existing “0” cars. And the “8” specifies the generation within the current range. A spacious five-seat vehicle with a high driving position but hatch-like ride and handling, the 3008 is based on an existing Peugeot platform, to ensure 28 – 29 excellent rigidity and safety. To help reduce the vehicle’s weight – thereby maximising both performance and economy – laser welding was used instead of normal spot welding; the front overhang was kept to a minimum by the introduction of an innovative new type of impact absorber; a number of lightweight materials were used and the thickness of the panoramic glass roof was also reduced to just 5mm, while retaining the same level of safety as current roofs fitted to the 308 SW. The driving position of the 3008 resembles an aircraft’s cockpit – both ergonomic and functional. The roomy passenger compartment ensures comfort for every occupant; both passenger and driver benefit from a raised seating position, whilst rear passengers have ample legroom. By day, occupants also benefit from the light coming from the large glazed area, including the 1.70 sq m front windscreen. The panoramic roof has a surface area virtually the same as the 308 SW. The high-volume air-conditioning is distributed by four individual vents mounted in the fascia panel, heating ducts for the feet of the front rear occupants, and two adjustable vents for the rear passengers. Two levels of air-conditioning are available: manual or automatic. The latter can be adjusted individually by each of the front occupants and benefits from a new feature, the Air Quality Sensor (AQS). This function, linked to an air quality sensor located upstream of the passenger compartment air intake, automatically controls the closure of the air recirculation flap if it detects a high level of outside pollution. Inside, the 3008 offers occupants nearly 50 litres of storage space, three 12V power connections and a range of sunblind options. The lower section of the split tailgate can become a seat or be used to support up to 200kg. The load area, meanwhile, can easily be compartmentalised thanks to the cleverly designed floor with its three adjustable positions. On certain models the load-area interior light doubles as a rechargeable portable torch as in the 308 SW. The dynamic abilities of the 3008 are further strengthened through an innovative traction control system, Peugeot life called Grip Control. The system has five operating modes and special mud and snow tyres. This allows the driver to optimise traction on both front wheels, enabling the vehicle to overcome difficult situations where the wheels have little grip. It’s likely that diesel powerplants and front-drive will be the focus for the New Zealand 3008 lineup – at least at launch. But in keeping with the vehicle’s futuristic aspect, it will also eventually be the first car in Peugeot’s international range to employ Peugeot’s exciting new “Hybrid 4” technology. Hybrid 4? The name describes the hybridisation of a traditional engine with an electric motor, in an original layout in engineering terms, that also allows for the possibility of four-wheel drive. While the conventional engine is located under the bonnet and drives the front wheels, the electric motor is located under the load-area floor adjacent to the rear suspension. This technology not only represents a real breakthrough in terms of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions (a reduction of around 35 percent), but also in terms of four-wheeldrive operation. Another important benefit is that there are no mechanical connections between the front diesel engine and the rear electric motor: everything is controlled electronically. This left the designers free to create a spacious and useful cabin environment without compromise. Hybrid 4 technology was incorporated into the 3008 design programme from the very outset. Peugeot says it will enter production some time before 2011. Luckily, Peugeot customers will get their taste of the future long before that, with the arrival of the conventional – although the word hardly seems appropriate for this avant-garde machine – 3008 next year. Opposite page: Split rear tailgate and low load height means incredible boot area. Above, clockwise from top left: ergonomic and functional switchgear; Grip Control will optimise car’s traction; nearly 50 litres of internal storage; Head-up display could be an option. Orders being taken now at you local dealership. 30 – 31 CRUISING ON Peugeot life CELEBRITY CRUISES HAS INTRODUCED A NEW CLASS OF SHIP BRINGING A NEW SOPHISTICATION TO CRUISING. T oday we drive, we fly and, with luck and good fortune, we cruise the high seas in comfort and style. Just as the automotive industry has re-engineered itself to produce more fuel-efficient, environmentally respectful cars like the Peugeot 308 HDi; just as the airline industry has introduced larger, quieter and more comfortable planes, like the Airbus A380, so too is cruising steering itself into a new world of concept and design. Condé Nast Traveler magazine surveys consistently reveal Celebrity Cruises to be one of the best cruise lines in the world. Celebrity has a fleet of nine ships covering nearly 150 destinations, or ports, and after introducing the first of its two new stars, Celebrity Solstice, in Florida late last year, the company sets sail this year with the second of its new-look ships, the Celebrity Equinox, in London in July. The new Solstice Class will include four ships by the end of 2011 and each will reveal a new sophistication in cruising. What strikes anyone who has never taken a cruise, or who hasn’t done so for some time, is just how sophisticated cruising has become. The extraordinary growth of cruising in the last 10 years is due in part to the Boomer generation finally letting go of family and career enough and trying something different. But mostly, it’s not changes in demographics that have made cruising so popular as much as changes in the quality of the experience, from the service to the food and drink to the stops along the way. The sophisticated Celebrity Solstice at sea. 32 – 33 Celebrity Cruises is rated highly because of the changes it has made, starting with its unrivalled attention to detail when it comes to looking after its guests and allowing them to tailor their cruise in any way they like. Perhaps the single most important change to cruising in recent years has been the introduction of more choice. Passengers today have so many more options, from where to dine to onboard activities and choosing from a host of onshore excursions. On Celebrity Solstice, for example, you can dine in any of 10 restaurants and cafés, ranging from Murano, with its floor-to-ceiling windows, white tablecloths, Riedel stemware and gleaming silverware, to the poolside Mist Grill & Bar. Dietary preferences are happily satisfied. But it’s not just the number of options that matters, for quantity alone is not what discerning travellers today are after. Like a number of other cruise lines, Celebrity has employed the talents of the world’s most successful designers to lift the standard of onboard dining to a new level. Adam Tihany, the creator of Jean Georges, the best French restaurant in New York, and the chic Mandarin Bar in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Hyde Park in London, is responsible for the look and style of the two-tier Grand Epernay dining room, the Tuscan Grille steak house and the Oceanview Café and Grill aboard Celebrity Solstice. Where once a passenger liner might have had no more than three to five options for accommodation, the Celebrity Solstice Class, typical of modern ships, has 11 possibilities to choose from. Passengers also have more choice on how many nights they remain on board – between seven and 14 nights are common. When it comes to shore visits and sightseeing, cruise lines are usually given priority for group ticketing, making life easier for passengers by eliminating those long queues. But passengers can also tailor onshore excursions to suit their own interests. With the wider range of options comes more freedom to get exactly what you want. Onshore excursions, for example, no longer have to mean being part of a large group and invading a museum en masse. The new Celebrity Solstice Class has introduced the AquaClass – a new category of staterooms and accompanying services designed for passengers wishing to look upon their time aboard as a wellness retreat. AquaClass staterooms (130 in all, each a double occupancy) are located on the same deck as the spa and are set up to promote improved wellbeing with healthy menu options, relaxing music, plush bedding and daily access to the spa. The spa, of course, is open to all passengers, but some may wish to spend more time there than others. Truth is, no matter where guests choose to stay among the 1,425 staterooms aboard the Solstice Class ships, their room will be 15 per cent larger than on other Celebrity ships and, from the comfort of each bed to the soft, earth-toned colour schemes, designed to maximize comfort and relaxation. From the adults-only solarium to the Martini Bar; from the kids-only Fun Factory to regular onboard exhibitions of fine glass-blowing and a lawn made of real grass, the four ships of the Solstice class are setting still a higher standard in cruising – a sector of the travel industry where the standards are already high. Peugeot life More details of the Solstice Class ships can be found on the Celebrity Cruises website or by calling the New Zealand agents, Cruise Holidays, on 09-523 7788. Below are two European Celebrity Solstice itineraries that caught our eye. Prices are in New Zealand dollars. • A 10-night cruise of the Eastern Mediterranean that departs from Rome on June 5 and includes stops at the Greek islands of Rhodes, Santorini, and Mykonos, returning to Rome, from $3,325 per person. • An 11-night cruise departing from Rome on June 15 and including a stop at Alexandria, Eygpt, before returning to Rome, from $3,465 per person Celebrity Solstice, the largest ship in the Celebrity fleet, is the product of cutting-edge design. From artist’s illustrations to computer-generated renderings that involved the world’s leading architectural and marine design firms, life aboard this ship – the first in a new class, to be followed by the Celebrity Equinox later this year – is truly the “experience of a lifetime.” Opposite page: Aqua Spa reception area where guests are welcomed to the spa for treatments. Above: The Solarium, one of two onboard pools. Left: The first real lawn at sea, perfect for a game of bowls, croquet or even a picnic. www.celebritycruises.com or www.cruiseholidays.co.nz 34 – 35 Peugeot life A NEW WAY TO FLY WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF THE A380, EMIRATES HAS SETS A NEW BENCHMARK FOR COMFORT AND SUSTAINABILITY IN THE AIR. O n the road, at sea and in the air, travel is more exciting than ever when you consider new technologies and designs like those introduced by Peugeot and Celebrity Cruises, for example. Now Emirates Airline, flying the A380 “double-decker” completes what could be described as the perfect trio. The new A380 has all the features we’ve come to expect in an age desperately in need of lower fuel consumption and carbon emissions while at the same time delivering unprecedented comfort and services along the way. The Emirates A380 currently flies three times a week from Auckland to Sydney and Dubai, where it connects to an Emirates A380 flight to London. On May 1 it becomes a daily service. Emirates has ordered a total of 58 A380s, making it the largest customer for the new aircraft. That’s about 30 per cent of all orders received by Airbus from 16 customers and an investment of $19 billion dollars. The A380 best meets the airline’s need for higher capacity and lower operating costs. The A380 also satisfies Emirate’s demand for high-efficiency performance standards (see overleaf). The A380 has the widest cabin of any aircraft in the world and it’s versatile. It will operate in three configurations depending on the route: a low-density, long-range three-class arrangement of 489 seats; a low-density, medium range three-class mode with 517 seats; and a higher-density, medium-range twoclass setup of 604 seats. The aircraft serving Auckland have the 489-seat longhaul configuration. First Class passengers occupy 14 private suites, each 2.08 metres long, with seats that convert to flat beds. Each suite is equipped with an electronic door, a mini-bar, reading lights and a work desk with a built-in illuminated vanity mirror. They have “room service” on request and share two bathrooms, each with a spa shower complete with beauty products from Timeless Spa and Bulgari. First Class is located on the upper deck, of course, and so are the 76 Business Class seats. Each Business Class seat is housed in a shell with built-in amenities including a personal table, laptop, shoe and book stowage and a mini-bar. Seats operates by touchscreen technology, highlighted by a 17-inch LCD screen linked to the in-flight entertainment system. Business Class seats also transform into flat beds when it’s time to sleep. Meanwhile, if you’re one of those who does not sleep on a plane, take note: all seats including those in Economy Class, are linked to an entertainment Opposite page: an Emirates A380 makes its first touchdown in Dubai after its delivery flight from Europe (top) and (below) the first Emirates A380 flight into Auckland provides an interesting comparison in size with a 1930s Tiger Moth at the new pier at Auckland Airport. 36 – 37 Above: First Class passengers toast each other across a lowered divider between their suites. Below: A passenger enjoys the amenities in one of the First Class Spa showers. system wired for more than 1,100 in-flight audio, television, movie and games channels. To be more specific, all A380 passengers have 190 movies to choose from. Losing sleep has never been so much fun. Emirates has embraced the A380 more than other airlines because it remains one of the fastest growing airlines in the world. Established 23 years ago, it continues to expand its capacity and reach. As recently as March this year it launched new A380 routes from Dubai to Bangkok and Toronto and in December it will open yet another A380 route, from Dubai to Seoul. As the Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates, HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed AlMaktoum has said: “The A380 will be instrumental in helping Emirates meet its growing passenger demand using one of the most efficient, quietest and greenest aircraft ever produced.” Peugeot life A380 Performance Facts • The A380 burns up to 20 per cent less fuel per seat than today’s next largest aircraft. • The A380 is more fuel efficient than a small family car, offering a fuel economy as low as 3.1 litres per 100 passenger kms – better than a popular Japanese hybrid car that gets only 4.4 litres per 100 vehicle kms. • The Emirates A380 uses the Engine Alliance GP7200 that will save the airline an estimated 500,000 litres of fuel per aircraft per year. • The A380 produces only 75g of CO2 per passenger. That is almost half the European emissions target for cars manufactured in 2008. • On take off the A380 generates less than half the noise of a Boeing 747-400 and it comfortably meets EU Stage Three and Stage Four noise level standards. • The A380 has a maximum cruising speed of Mach 0.89 and a range of up to 15,000 kms. Top left: The onboard lounge bar available to both first and business class passengers. Top right: Business class seats have their own “pods”. Above: Some of the beauty products on board. Left: Emirates crew welcome the first aircraft on delivery. 38 – 39 Peugeot life TOURING FRANCE PEUGEOT EUROLEASE WAS THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR OUR FRENCH HOLIDAY. BY ANDREW STRANGE AND JAN HALL W e had been planning our holiday to France, including the 2007 Rugby World Cup, for some time – with the emphasis on enjoying La France Profonde (the culture of French provincial towns). With our friends Peter and Sally Jackson, we searched for a rural property that had good access to the southern cities where many of the World Cup matches were being played. Eventually we chose Manoir Rognes, a 19th-century farmhouse 10 minutes from the village of Rognes, which is 16 kilometres northwest of the delightful city of Aix-en-Provence, and based ourselves there for all of September 2007. Because of our rural location, independent transport was essential to the success of our holiday. And as an enthusiastic Peugeot 407 owner, opting for a brand-new Peugeot under their EuroLease scheme was an easy choice. Comprehensive documentation, including depot location maps, arrived well before departure.The pickup from Marseille was simple: after completing the paperwork, and familiarizing ourselves with the car and its GPS system, we took possession of our two new Peugeot 407’s and embarked on our adventure. September is a wonderful time to visit Provence. The European holidaymakers have gone home, so the roads, towns and tourist attractions are not crowded. And the weather is warm and pleasant. We found that the best way to enjoy the experience was to completely embrace the French way of life. Actually, in Provence there is little choice. Even in the larger towns, shops and tourist attractions close by 12.30pm and do not reopen before 2pm. In our village of Rognes the shops did not reopen until 4pm. Our general strategy was to select a nearby town or locality to visit for the day. After morning sightseeing we would find a local restaurant and enjoy a leisurely lunch. This is often the main meal of the day for the French. We found that the threecourse fixed-price menu, which is standard in virtually all café-bars, brasseries and restaurants, was very good value – sometimes as little as 25 euros – and invariably included regional dishes. After lunch, more sightseeing, then home to Manoir Rognes to compare notes on the day’s experiences. On some days we simply went to a local restaurant and enjoyed a leisurely lunch. A perfect example was La Touloubre, near Salon, an archetypal Provencal restaurant with a vast outdoor terrace shaded by plane trees and excellent food prepared by the chef/proprietor. Within an hour’s drive of our Provencal home we could visit Avignon (Palais des Papes), the Luberon hill towns (Gordes, Roussillon, Goult, Apt, Bonnieux) Aix-en-Provence is a town of art, and a heritage that has been well preserved. 40 – 41 and the Alpilles region, with the notable towns of St Remy-de-Provence and Les Baux-de-Provence. A little further away was Arles, with its impressive Roman and medieval buildings, and Orange, home to one of the finest Roman theatres in Europe. Closer to home we frequently visited Aix, which has a daily food market, and Salon-de-Provence, a typical Provencal town with a medieval castle at its centre. Not to forget the notable wine town of Chateauneuf-du-Pape, which lies between Avignon and Orange. The Mediterranean was further away, but we did manage to spend a day at St Tropez and the delightful canal and river-based fishing town of Martigues. Amidst all this, the four of us undertook a fourday tour, using just one of our Peugeots, through the Dordogne region, the Lot valley, and the major Southwest city of Toulouse. We crossed the amazing Millau viaduct, then experienced one of those unexpected highlights, which only arises when travelling independently. We were looking for a hotel in the town of Figeac but there was nothing suitable. Armed with our trusty Michelin Red Hotel & Restaurant Guide we continued on to the tiny village of Grezes (population 133) where we found Hotel Le Grezalide. The principal rooms and some guest rooms were in a 17th-century Chateau. That night we dined in a magnificent vaulted dining room on a splendid regional meal prepared and served by the husband-and-wife proprietors. They were pleased to meet us, too. As is typical in rural France, the hotel closes in mid-winter and they were planning to holiday in Australia and New Zealand! After spending the next night in the medieval town of Cahors, we drove on to Toulouse, where the GPS really came into its own! When we were not driving our 407s around Provence, we made the most of the village of Rognes (population 4,000) and Manoir Rognes. We became great friends with Pierre the butcher, probably because we seemed to be spending more on meat than the locals! Pierre also had a range of what we would call delicatessen products, including pre-prepared regional dishes. Of course, one of the delights of French village life is fresh bread, which is baked twice daily. Even our small village had two boulangeries. We were Peugeot life also fortunate to be staying in Rognes during the annual fête. The town square was closed to traffic and the local bar-café filled it with tables and chairs so everyone, mostly families, could enjoy the entertainment. With all the touring, we generally stayed “home” in the evenings, sat around the pool, shared our experiences of the day and generally enjoyed the ambience of the Provencal countryside. We usually had a light supper or a barbeque, but on special occasions Raymond, a local chef, came and prepared dinner for us. The food was exceptional, of course. Finally, and reluctantly, we left Rognes and headed to Beaune in Southern Burgundy. This is the capital of the famous Côte D’Or wine region. We spent two nights at the exceptional Hostellerie de Levenois, a Relais & Chateaux hotel with a Michelin-starred restaurant. A highlight of our visit to this area was a visit to Vezelay and the Basilica Ste-Madeleine, one of the most famous religious sites in Europe. We also allowed plenty of time to visit the wine cellars of the Beaune region! What of the Rugby World Cup? Well we saw quite a few games but, given New Zealand’s performance, thank heavens we didn’t go just for the rugby. Vive la France! There is no doubt that Peugeot’s EuroLease scheme enhanced a wonderful holiday. We had the use of brand new cars which allowed us to be truly independent in our extensive touring. Our diesel 407 performed excellently but on reflection we would have been just as happy in a 308. It would have made driving through the narrow French streets a little easier. One of our cars had GPS, the other didn’t. GPS certainly came into its own in the larger cities and in navigating the more complex motorway interchanges. And when we handed our cars back, with a few minor battle scars I must admit, there were no problems as one of the benefits of the Peugeot EuroLease scheme is the comprehensive, no excess, insurance policy. We simply handed the cars over, signed a receipt and walked away! The Provence region, in the South of France, is known for its beautiful landscapes and wonderful local markets. For more information on Peugeot EuroLease visit www.eurolease.co.nz 42 – 43 Peugeot life CUTTING THE MUSTARD FRENCH RESTAURANT AND FRENCH CONDIMENTS COME TOGETHER IN THREE STUNNING DISHES. BY CONNIE CLARKSON. I t was 11am on a sunny Saturday morning when, fortified only by an espresso and the anticipation of a tasting of three masterpieces crafted by the hand of a masterchef, I pressed the doorbell of Antoine’s in Parnell. We were to sample three fine dishes complemented by three fine French mustards, perhaps with wines to match. All this, and the opportunity to sit at the table of one of Auckland’s most colourful raconteurs, was a compelling proposition. Beth and Tony Astle opened the doors to Antoine’s in Parnell in 1973. “I like it here” he says and I suppose after 35 years in the same place there must be something to that. Someone once said of Antoine’s that “The rich don’t come here, the powerful do”. It’s true, so the powerful must like it, too. Many a deal has been struck, important and consequential conversations carried out, successes and occasions celebrated, behind the unassuming closed front door of Auckland’s best-loved dining establishment. After 10pm of an evening, Chef holds court to the hospitality community and supper seekers with glass of Côtes du Rhone in hand and many a tale to tell. He’d have an opinion on just about everything and he’s unafraid to air it, no matter what. The Antoine’s menu is distinguished by its attention to both the new and the traditional. The Nostalgia menu favourites of Traditional roast duck with Grand Marnier sauce, Oxtail braised in red wine with baby onions and mushroom caps and Chicken, leek and wild mushroom pie, are all classical gems that evoke comfort and the confidence that comes from never being disappointed. It’s a rare treat in these days of food alchemy, where things may not be what they seem. Tony branches out in the more adventurous Table and Specials menus and here we have the gorgeous offerings that make the most of mustard. Steak tartare rolled in beef carpaccio with pickled radish and a Dijon mustard truffle cream, and Oven-roasted lamb rack with a Dijon mustard herb crust served on aubergine, polenta and mint jus. The experts say that mustard should be entirely pleasant, somewhat acidic, not too salty, be wellbalanced, with no single element dominating. The texture should be smooth or, in the case of coarse- Opposite page: One of Auckland’s most colourful characters, Chef Tony Astle, prepares our dishes with meticulous care. 44 – 45 Above: Oven-roasted whole grain crusted lamb rack served with cherry tomatoes, baby leeks and carrots with a Maille Wholegrain mustard glaze. This is New Zealand lamb at its finest with the grainy textures of the mustard adding interest and taste contrast. If the 1982 Pétrus at a mere $12,000 is too rich, perhaps we could suggest the Château Lafite Rothschild Pauillac Haut Medoc, 1971 at a mere $2,300! Below: Get him talking and Chef Tony Astle’s sharp wit, knowledge and enthusiasm will leave you spellbound long after you’ve parted company. Peugeot life Above: A fillet of Regal Salmon with Foveaux Straight oysters, wasabi-infused flying fish roe, a saffron and Maille Dijon Original Mustard beurre blanc, topped with tempura seaweed oysters. We love oyster season because it brings out stunning molluscs the size of dinner plates which become even more beguiling sitting on a beautiful fillet of salmon. The Dijon Original beurre blanc was the perfect foil for the richness of the salmon and tempura oysters. Accompanied by the Guigal Condrieu La Doriane 1996 ($550), it would be difficult to pass up. Right: Steak tartare rolled in beef carpaccio with pickled daikon and a creamy duet of Maille Dijonnnaise and Dijon Originale. This has all the hall marks of a dish that will endure. It is succulent, juicy and refreshing. One bite begs for another and the mustard duet adds that essential piquant edge to the ensemble. We thought to wash it down with the 1964 DRC Richebourg, on Antoine’s library list at a mere $4,500. 46 – 47 grain mustard, pleasantly grainy, not gritty or hard. It should have a fairly thick consistency, so that it easily holds its own shape on a spoon, but it should not be so thick as to be cloying or tongue-coating. Even if it is hot, it should not burn the tongue and it should always have a pleasant after-taste and leave a harmonious finish on the palate as the flavours fade together. Chef ’s definition of great mustard is much more succinct: “If it vaporizes so that your eyes water and forehead sweats but you are eager for more, consider yourself lucky.” When Antoine Claude Maille founded his mustard and pickle company in 1720, I am sure he would have been most impressed with our Saturday morning offerings. Armed with pots of Maille Wholegrain, Dijionnaise and Dijon Originale mustards, Tony worked his magic, suggested wine accompaniments from his impressive library list and we loved it all. Left: Diverse and unusual, the wine list at Antoines’ never fails to surprise and delight. Below: The versatile range of Maille mustards which seem to work with almost everything. Jkhdj^[ehZ_dWho_dje[njhWehZ_dWho @kijX[YWki[?bel[Îd[\eeZZe[idÅjc[Wd?ZedÅjb_a[i_cfb_Y_jo"dÅ[ijY[fWi5 7ikddoZWoWdZ\WXkbeki\eeZi^Wh[Zm_j^\h_[dZi$CW_bb[]eeZd[ii 8WhX[Yk[»BWCW_bb[ Ij[f'$I[b[Yj_d]h[Z_[djie\j^[^_]^[ijgkWb_jo Ij[f($;d^WdY[oekh88Gm_j^CW_bb[ckijWhZi promotus1296B Ij[f)$Memoekh\h_[dZim_j^WjWij[i[diWj_ed DX`cc\ %K_\J\Zi\kkf>i\XkKXjk\J`eZ\(.+.% How to say “fore!” in French Peugeot life A NEW GOLF COURSE IN TAHITI CATCHES TOM HYDE’S ATTENTION. A fter a restful night in an over-the-water bungalow at the Sofitel Moorea Beach Resort in Tahiti, a driver turned up the next morning to take me to Tahiti’s newest golf course five minutes away. The Moorea Green Pearl has certainly added a new dimension to a Tahitian holiday for, until this course opened in 2007, Tahiti was never on anyone’s radar as a golf destination. It may not be still, but this course, plus one other in Tahiti, not far from Papeete, make it more so. I was aching to see what the Jack Nicklaus design company (not the man himself; he has never been here) had come up with on Moorea. My appointments were with the general manager, Jacques Maniette, and JeanLouis Gregori, the owner and man responsible for building the course, . Monsieur Gregori has a remarkable story to tell. He is the founder of Gregori International, a global landscaping and construction company noted for its golf courses and sports venues. The sheer volume of projects completed, under construction or planned by Gregori International is mind-boggling. The golf courses he’s built include the Four Seasons Nevis, the Abu Dhabi Golf Club and The Dunes Country Club in Morocco. Gregori International has built polo fields, cricket grounds, race tracks and now, returning to golf, the Moorea Green Pearl in Tahiti. The company’s website (www.gregori-international. com) reveals all. Suffice it to say, M. Gregori knew what he was doing when he built the Green Pearl. He hired the Jack Nicklaus design company to plan it, and though the Golden Bear has not been hands-on, the rolling fairways, bunker placements and tiered greens are signature Nicklaus. I met Jean-Louis Gregori for lunch in an open-air café 50 – 51 Above: Moorea is just a short ferry ride from Tahiti, but their ancient volcanic peaks and beautiful bays are just a part of an authentic island experience. Opposite: Typical over-water bungalows at the Sofitel Moorea Beach Hotel. overlooking the 9th fairway. The Moorea Green Pearl, he said, was his last golf course before handing over Gregori International to his son. He was proud of the course, not only for its quality as a golf course, but also because he built it on what was once little more than a neglected wasteland. M. Gregori was born and raised in Algeria. After serving his time fighting in the French Army and also in the Algerian Revolution, he returned to France and joined the family landscaping business. He still keeps a home in Toulouse, but since the business has grown from domestic landscaping to building some of the finest sports venues in the world, he has spent less and less time in France. Now, with the Moorea Green Pearl, he lives most of the year in Tahiti. He told me of plans to build two five-star hotels next to the golf course. That explained the on-going earthworks and dust in the distance, out beyond the front nine. After lunch I ventured down the steps to the pro shop, so new some apparel had yet to be unpacked and hung on racks. The club’s general manager, Jacques Maniette, shook my hand and gave me a Moorea Green Pearl golf cap, the first out of the box. Jacques was welcoming, although it was apparent there was still much to be done. After a brief interview he allowed me to choose from different sets of rental clubs, good quality all – recent Callaway, Mizuno, Titleist and TaylorMade among them – and a cart. He pointed the way to the driving range and the first tee and wished me luck, before disappearing out the door on yet another errand or two. The range was like nothing I had ever seen before. You hit special balls into a man-made lake, where they float. Jacques told me that kind of set-up was common. Maybe it is in France or Reunion Island (off the African Coast in the Indian Ocean), where he had last worked before coming to Tahiti, but not in New Zealand, Australia or the US. Surprisingly, though, it was a lot of fun watching balls splash down. The Moorea Green Pearl is just the second golf course ever built in Tahiti. The first is about 20 minutes from the capital of Papeete, at Atimaono. I had checked out Atimaono a few years before and found it to be a relatively flat, short and scratchy golf course, barely worthy of an international tournament. Peugeot life 52 – 53 Three of the holes on the back nine at the Moorea Green Pearl. Yet Atimaono is the site of the Tahitian Open, won at different times by the likes of Kiwis Simon Owen, Steve Alker, and popular Grange head pro, Stu Thompson. Perhaps inspired by the Green Pearl, the government has reportedly agreed to fund an upgrade of Atimaono and plans include a new island green at the 18th hole. Meanwhile, over on Moorea, the Sofitel Moorea Beach Resort is the first hotel in Tahiti to support golf by sponsoring the Sofitel Cup, an annual pro-am at the Green Pearl. Anyone interested in playing can contact the golf course or the hotel direct. What you will find should you play here is a front nine distinctively different from the back nine. The front nine is relatively flat, with small lakes, and the 7th hole plays directly towards the sea. The back nine crosses the main (and only) road and plays up into steep hills – steep enough to make a cart essential. Once you’re at the top, say on the 16th tee, the ocean views are spectacular. To what extent Tahiti will succeed with golf will, of course, depend on the costs involved. Stay-and-play packages and maybe a weight concession for golf clubs by Air Tahiti Nui were some of the inducements under consideration. Certainly, in one way or another, Tahiti has to come to grips with the fact that, for most Kiwis, holidaying there is expensive relative to, say, Fiji, whether one plays golf or not. My Shot of the Day happened at the 420-metre par five 16th hole. I sliced the drive over a fence and into private property, nearly killing a chicken. I stepped over a sagging, rusty line of barbed wire and as I retrieved the ball an old woman sitting in the shade of a breadfruit tree stared me down. Later that evening, over a fine meal at the Sofitel, I recalled that errant shot to an acquaintance who spoke French. Next time, he suggested, you must call out: Gare devant! IT’S NOT A PEUGEOT WITHOUT PEUGEOT GENUINE PARTS. peugeot.co.nz 0800 PEUGEOT Peugeot life BEST OF THE BEST TWO BEAUTIFUL LUXURY RESORTS IN THE COOK ISLANDS OFFER PEACE AND TRANQUILITY. F or all the fabulous island escapes that we who live in the South Pacific have to choose from, none compares with Pacific Resort Aitutaki, if the 2008 World Travel Awards are anything to go by – and Peugeot Life believes they are. The Cook Islands has traditionally taken a back seat to other Pacific island destinations like Fiji and Tahiti but that’s changing and more so now that the Cooks can boast at least two five-star award-winning resorts: foremost the Pacific Resort Aitutaki and, on the main island of Rarotonga, Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa, also managed by Pacific Resorts. Ask any Kiwi familiar with the Cook Islands and more than likely they’ll tell you Aitutaki is the place to go in the Cooks. Feel free to take exception to that, but there’s no getting around the fact that Aitutaki is as seductive as the song of a siren; one of the most beautiful holiday destinations in the entire South Pacific. It begins the moment you approach Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s seven hectares of tropical forest and its amazing beachfront of pure white sand. It continues when you come upon the resort’s breathtaking lagoon, dotted as it is with idyllic islands framed by an azure-blue sea. It finally captures you completely when you reach your intimate, secluded hideaway among lush palm-filled gardens. Pacific Resort Aitutaki is no stranger to international recognition. It is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and that in itself is some measure of the refinement and romance the resort offers discerning international travellers. Here guests are enchanted by the lush tropical gardens, their fragrant flowers and lily-strewn pools beneath sparkling waterfalls. The resort has just 27 beachfront bungalows, suites and villas, but each is spacious and, when needed, airconditioned. But no matter which of the three accommodation options guests might select, all have their very own panoramic lagoon view. Each room features Polynesian-inspired art and architecture, a private sundeck, polished wooden floors, marble bathrooms stocked with Bulgari bathroom products and super-king-sized beds. For those who cannot entirely leave home amenities behind, all the bungalows, suites and villas here have a CD stereo, television, and wireless internet connection. Here, the tranquil island setting will soothe the soul, while fine cuisine from the resort’s signature restaurant, Rapae Bay, will light up the palate. Succulent seafood, international and pacific fare and a comprehensive list of world-class wines come together over a table with terrific views over Aitutaki Lagoon. Guests commonly enjoy the warm colours of a South Pacific sunset over a cocktail and/or a more casual meal at the beachfront Black Rock Café. Pacific Resort Aitutaki is an unparalleled setting for a wedding. The staff here go the proverbial “extra mile” to make the day a success for all involved and to ensure that the day is truly unique and memorable. Weddings are often held on the beach beside the lagoon at sunset or under swaying palm trees in the resort’s colourful tropical garden. With weddings in mind, we note that Aitutaki is also a popular honeymoon destination for New Zealand couples. Bury your toes in the sand and snorkel about the turquoise sea. Dance the night away then sleep in and have a tasty cooked breakfast delivered to your Opposite page: It should come as no surprise that Pacific Resort Aitutaki has scooped so many awards, including the World’s Leading Boutique Island Resort (World Travel Awards 2008). 56 – 57 Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa is a new concept in luxury accommodation and gives you the freedom to personalise your own leisure experience. Choose to be entirely self-sufficient or go for the full-service five-star experience. Te Manava gives you the best of both worlds. bungalow the next morning. Of course, you can hop on a scooter and cruise into town or visit any of the local villages for shopping and sightseeing. But then again, you might just find yourself being too laid-back to go anywhere else at all. Meanwhile, on Rarotonga, Pacific Resort’s Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa is well worth a night or two on your way to or from Aitutaki. Te Manava lies on Rarotonga’s stunning southeast coast and it offers an exciting new concept for the discerning traveller. The idea is simple: the resort has a base rate that gives guests exclusive access to a self-contained, elegant villa. They can then choose from a range of a la carte services as required, from daily housekeeping and bath products to a fabulous private meal prepared by one of the chefs. Guests pay for services as they want or need them. The villas at Te Manava are two and three bedrooms in either a beachfront or garden setting. Each includes a private swimming pool. The beachfront villas face Muri Beach, a picture-perfect white-sand strip that arcs for a full kilometre around the southeast end of the island. The lagoon here is perfect for snorkelling, kayaking, sailing or windsurfing and close by is a village with cafés, grocery stores and other shops. Te Manava is about a 20-minute drive from Rarotonga International Airport. www.pacificresort.com Forecasting Fashion Peugeot life KATE SYLVESTER, ONE OF AUSTRALASIA’S LEADING FASHION DESIGNERS AND LONG-STANDING PEUGEOT PARTNER, HAD AN EVENTFUL YEAR IN 2008. PEUGEOT LIFE CAUGHT UP WITH HER TO SEE WHAT SHE EXPECTS FROM 2009. R eaders of Peugeot Life probably do not follow the fashion industry day in and day out, so give us some perspective: the NZ fashion industry has grown considerably in recent years, but where does it really sit with the rest of the world? New Zealand fashion has a very niche place in the world but the great thing about globalisation is that you don’t have to be a giant multi-national to find a place for yourself on the global stage today. What are the general worldwide trends you expect to see in 2009? As a brand, Kate Sylvester avoids obvious trend-driven fashion. I have my own unique signature that our customers value. They don’t want to look like everybody else. However, the key word in fashion at the moment is ‘timeless’, which is an important part of my philosophy too. Women wear and love Kate Sylvester garments for years. It’s investment purchasing. What trends do you see here? I love the fact that in New Zealand all the designers have such different signatures. We’re too small a market to chase the same customer, so for Kate Sylvester, our Black Swan winter collection is based on black roses, swans and ballet, so is a mix of very strong graphic shapes in rich, dark colours and very feminine looks in soft ballet colours. You revealed your Royally Screwed collection at Australian Fashion Week recently. It was your first time there in three years. How did it go? We created a bit of unintentional furore with our use of war medals. In fact we made the cover of the newspapers two days running. After the dust settled, though, people were able to appreciate that it was actually a very beautiful collection. We are going back to show again in April. Opposite page: Award-winning fashion designer Kate Sylvester. This page from top: Black Swan menswear; Black Swan for ladies featuring organic cotton. 60 – 61 How did you come up with “Royally Screwed?” The collection was inspired by monarchy. Every season I work to a very strong concept. It ensures that our collections are uniquely Kate Sylvester and creates a story to go with the individual pieces. Your Black Swan collection is currently in the shops, what kind of reaction has it had? We have had a great response. In fact we’ve had our strongest launch ever, which is pretty amazing in the present retail climate. You have three boutiques – High Street, Auckland; Newmarket and Cuba Mall,Wellington – yet you also distribute widely through retail shops.What advantages are there to having your own boutiques? The great thing about having our own stores is we can present our entire vision. Department stores and boutiques only buy a selection of styles so they present their interpretation of Kate Sylvester. Your designs are sold in the US, Hong Kong, Singapore and you have a wide distribution in Australia. Do you have plans for an even wider overseas reach in the future? We’re always interested in new opportunities to export, however, all expansion has to work with my family commitments. If we were to take on all interested markets I’d spend my entire life travelling. My life is all about finding balance between family and work while growing strategically. You share environmental concerns with Peugeot. Describe your sustainability approach and, in particular, what is “eco merino” fabric and how do you use it? Our vision for sustainability is a holistic one, looking at all aspects of how we do business. So we take sustainability issues into consideration on all decisions – from who is our electricity supplier to how we print through to fabric choices and ensuring we aren’t producing “disposable” fashion. One of the first decisions I made was to trade in my petrol car for my beautiful low-emission diesel Peugeot 308 Sport Wagon. ZQ branded merino is New Zealand-produced merino that can be traced to specific farms. In simplest terms we know our merino is produced by “happy” sheep rather than being the product of dubious intensive farming practices we see overseas. Merino is a uniquely highperformance yarn and is a key fabric in all our winter collections. The controversial but beautiful Royally Screwed collection show. What can we expect to see from Kate Sylvester in the second half of the year? Our big project ahead is opening our own retail shop in Australia. We’ll have a store in Sydney as soon as we find the right location. Temptations YSL New products for men from Yves Saint Laurent include a complete shaving tool kit (below) and skin care options (bottom, left to right) like Touches Eclat, Anti-Fatigue Treatment, and Healthy Look Moisturizer. Peugeot life Omega New Seamaster – Gents’ stainless-steel 41mm case and bracelet, fitted with calibre: Omega 2500 self-winding chronometer, Co-Axial Escapement. Power reserve: 48 hours. Waterresistant to 300m. Longines From the Sport Collection, the Grand Vitesse is inspired by the world of motorsport as it honours the memory of the fastest men in history. Patek Philippe Calatrava 5119 – With its round case, elegant dial, and guilloche bezel, the Calatrava Clous de Paris is one of the most emblematic ambassadors of the Patek Philippe style. The sublime elegance of the watch is complemented by a glossy black alligator strap with a prong buckle in 18ct yellow, rose or white gold. Partridge Jewellers Auckland, Wellington www.partridgejewellers.co.nz 64 – 65 Temptations NARCISO RODRIGUEZ Essence, the new signature fragrance from Narciso Rodriguez, celebrates the energy and spirit of modern women. JO MALONE Sweet Lime & Cedar Cologne for men and women was inspired by the diverse flavours of Thai cuisine. GIORGIO ARMANI Three fragrances, each representing an exotic kingdom, leave heady scents in a woman’s wake. BULGARI Light and fresh, Omni Green Jade is inspired by the idea of an early morning in spring. Peugeot life FABULOUS DIOR Dior Squareness Necklace This gorgeous Dior necklace shows its fine jewellery spirit and a retro design with its pure geometric shapes of oval, square and round. The sets of cabochons in turquoise are encrusted in sanded gold-tone metals for a sunny effect. Miss Dior I Couture Shoes Luxurious lizard finish calfskin shoes in soft purple tone. The shoes have a very discreet DIOR signature on the tiny buckle behind. Dior Boutique, DFS Galleria, Auckland. Ph: 09-356 6920 Grand Lady Dior bag Carry all your essentials while looking fabulous with the Grand Lady Dior in exquisite purple and patent lambskin. This bag was originally made for and inspired by Lady Diana. Lady Dior clutch bag The Lady Dior purple patent clutch features soft and luxurious patent lambskin. 66 – 67 Temptations PYLONES Founded in France in 1985, Pylones (pronounced pee-lone) produces a colourful range of designer gifts for those hard-to-buy-for family and friends who think they have it all. www.pylones-australasia.com or 277 Ponsonby Road, Auckland. The smiley faces on the eggcup and spoon are as much fun for adults as kids, and the doll-like cheese grater is not simply for decoration. Peugeot life These clocks brighten up the home all the time (pun intended). Treasure boxes for children makes keeping secrets more fun than ever. 68 – 69 Temptations EASTERN HiFi Contemporary home cinema and sound is easier than ever to use and, most of all, it is designed for people with a discerning sense of style. The system shown on the right includes KEF Q Series speakers. Pictured below is the Ultra Thin Hitachi flat-panel LCD screen, which combines leading technical innovation with superior design to produce a screen that is truly elegant and a perfect complement to modern interior décor. www.easternhifi.co.nz Peugeot life 70 – 71 THE VAN IS BACK. PEUGEOT IS ABOUT TO INTRODUCE THE FUN, PRACTICAL AND ECONOMICAL PARTNER VAN TO NEW ZEALAND. BY ROBERT BARRY. Robert Barry is the editor of NZ Company Vehicle magazine. This article was adapted from the February 2009 issue. For more information, please visit www.companyvehicle.co.nz. Peugeot S mall vans are making a comeback into the New Zealand fleet thanks to their compact size and versatility. Recognising this trend, Peugeot importer Sime Darby Automobiles introduced the Partner Van for market evaluation recently. “Peugeot has produced more than 1.3 million commercial vehicles internationally, so introducing the Peugeot Partner Van to New Zealand is a logical step forward for us here,” said Peugeot Divisional Manager, Simon Rose. “We are fortunate enough to have a brand with 120 years of heritage and credibility producing models that embody the values of flair and innovation. The light commercial Partner Van provides a good-looking, versatile and efficient solution for growing New Zealand businesses.” There are two models under evaluation, the standard length Van (L1) of 4380mm and the long length Van (L2) of 4628mm. Under the bonnet, both versions share a lusty yet quiet 66 kilowatt 1.6-litre HDi turbo diesel engine mated to a slick-shifting fivespeed gearbox. The Partner L1 offers up to 3.3 cubic metres of load space and 850kg of payload, while the Partner L2 offers 3.7 cu m of load space but a lesser payload of 750kg. With Peugeot’s new Multi Flex front seats fitted, the L1 has up to 3.7 cu m of load space and the L2 a whopping 4.1 cu m. The L2 gets two side-opening doors as a standard fit. The cargo doors lock automatically once the vehicle is in motion. The key fob will also lock and unlock the front and cargo doors separately, which is a very good security feature for tradesmen with valuable tools, or couriers with valuable cargo. A great deal of clever design has gone into the interior of this van to make it user-friendly. There is seating for three people up front and, despite the dash-mounted gear stick, a second passenger can fit quite comfortably by simply moving their legs slightly to the left. Should the second passenger seat not be occupied, the seat back can be flipped down to create a flat surface for the driver to use as a writing pad. Thanks to the multi-flex arrangement, the outer seat can fold flat into the floor to accommodate longer loads up to 3.25m in length because the lower bulkhead panel can be flipped down allowing ladders or the like to be safely stowed. Also, the bottom squab of the outer passenger life seat can be folded up so that tall objects such as pot plants can be ferried about in the cabin. This is one very cleverly designed vehicle that should please all drivers. Other amenities in the cabin include twin cup and bottle holders, a twin-shelf glove box, a map pocket in the dash in front of the passengers, ceiling shelves above the driver and passengers and another lidded compartment behind the instrument binnacle where the driver can hide a wallet and other valuables. Because of the 1.23m clearance between the rear wheel arches, a standard pallet can be loaded into the Partner and the rear doors open to 180 degrees to allow easy access for a forklift operator to do that. On the road, the Partner L2 displays the normal nimble road manners you would expect from a Peugeot, thanks to its McPherson strut front suspension and coil-sprung rear suspension with an anti-roll bar providing a comfortable ride. Like many other vans we have test-driven there is a bit of road noise which echoes through the rear cargo area when the Partner is not laden, but fill it up with boxes or other cargo and that noise disappears instantly. The turning circle is a very commendable 11m. Four-wheel disc brakes are fitted to the Partner as standard, so too is ABS braking with brake assist and electronic brake force distribution. ESC (or Electronic Stability Control) will be fitted as standard to all New Zealand-bound Partners, as will ASR traction control. These active safety features detect vehicle instability and automatically apply corrective measures to assist in accident protection. Peugeot Centres are now taking orders for the first arrivals for the Partner range. 72 – 73 Peugeot Around New Zealand Dealers of the Year T Above: Peugeot Divisional Manager, Simon Rose, presents the Supreme Dealer of the Year Award to John Hayes from Tauranga Peugeot while Dominique Monet from Peugeot France looks on. Below: Mayfield Motors director, Sturrock Saunders, receives the coveted Rural Dealer of the Year Award auranga Peugeot was named the Overall Supreme Dealer of the Year, the Provincial Dealer of the Year and was further awarded the Supreme Customer Service Award at the annual Peugeot Automobiles awards presentation. Peugeot has had a presence in the Bay of Plenty since 1998. This was the fourth successive year Tauranga Peugeot has won the award. It has been named the Provincial Dealer of the Year for the last five years in a row. Owner John Hayes said, “As a local family business our team works very hard to provide the best for our community. To receive the Supreme Customer Service award as well really is the icing on the cake for a busy year.” Peugeot NZ Divisional Manager, Simon Rose, added, “The awards Tauranga Peugeot have received are strongly based upon customer feedback and surveys. Consistently high levels of service quality have been shown by this dealership.” Meanwhile, Mayfield Motors, the local Peugeot dealer in Marlborough, won the Rural Dealer of the Year. Owner Sturrock Saunders said, “We are overwhelmed to receive such an honour. It’s been a busy year for us with the total redevelopment of our facility in Blenheim and with this has come a strong focus on doing things well, including a constant delivery of great customer service from our team. In a challenging market environment it shows that by having an excellent and committed team with great, innovative products, you can achieve outstanding results.” Last, but hardly least, Precision Automobiles in Takapuna was named Metro Dealer of the Year. Manager of the dealership, Shaun Mackle said, “This is such a vote of confidence from our customer base. We are so proud to receive this award and we are incredibly grateful to have such a dedicated team that operate our dealership professionally. We really are like a family business.” Peugeot Runner-up Dealer of the Year Waikato Motor Group, apart from being named Runner-up Peugeot Dealer of the Year, has been getting attention for other reasons, too. Its owner and sole director, Tracy Martin, is a woman operating in what’s traditionally been a man’s world and for that she is thought of as a pioneer. As she told HerBusiness magazine, “My gender is just not an issue for me or my team. Any woman can succeed in a traditionally male career as long as they can deliver the goods, go into it with their eyes wide open and understand that men don’t mean to be offensive – they’re just being men!” Waikato Motor Group was owned by Tracy’s father, Murray Nicholson. When he retired last year she bought the Peugeot franchise. She had worked for her father for a number of years on and off so the business was familiar to her. In fact, she was instrumental in turning the dealership around at one stage after it had experienced some hard times. That even led to her advising other dealers around the country on how to improve their business. She told HerBusiness, “It was really about listening to people, clarifying roles and establishing a good team spirit. The motivation was simple: make it work or we didn’t have a job.” Most dealerships, she says, need to make two basic changes: creating systems and improving communications with their teams and customers. She believes these are more important than ever now. Waikato Motor Group employs 30 people, five in vehicle sales. One key to its success is its involvement in the local community as a sponsor of four high-profile events: The Rev 120 Cycle event held in February, the Great Rowing Race, where a crew from Waikato University takes on a crew from either Cambridge or Harvard University, The Black Stumps Adventure Ride for mountain bikers and the True Colours Charitable Trust. Tracy is married with two boys aged 12 and nine. Looking at 2009, she told Peugeot Life, “I am very focused on managing Waikato Mogtor Group through the year ahead. We are all aware it is going to be a challenging year but it’s about working smarter, keeping team moral up and constantly looking for ways to improve our service.” life Tracy Martin, owner of Waikato Motor Group, Hamilton’s Peugeot dealer. Dealers on the Move – Takapuna and Wellington Precision Automobiles North Shore have recently moved from Hauraki Corner, Takapuna to 187 Wairau Road in order to better accommodate its growth in sales and service and the new range of 2009 models. Contact Shaun and the award-winning team in their bright, new showroom. Phone 09-486 8000 or visit www.precisionautomobiles.co.nz Armstrong Peugeot, Wellington have also moved recently. So recently, in fact, that their signage has still to be put up. The new, large premises bring sales, service and parts all under one roof. The friendly Peugeot staff is led by Adrian Harris. Go and say hello to them at 75-78 Cambridge Terrace in the city. Phone 04-385 9508 www. armstrongpeugeot.co.nz 74 – 75 Peugeot Around New Zealand Car Of The Year The Peugeot 308 HDi 2.0-litre Euro hatch was awarded Compact Class, Car of the Year at the 2008 AMI NZ Autocar awards. Editor of Autocar magazine, Paul Owen, chief judge for the awards, said afterwards, “The 308 range possesses the great French characteristic of an involving chassis, thus appealing to drivers while offering a distinguished ride, which ensures happy passengers.” Owen added, “Our pick, the 2.0-litre HDi diesel, costs $46,990, but if the price tag is too much there is a cheaper 1.6 version available. Here’s substance and style unmatched by its rivals in the compact class. The five-star Euro NCAP crash rating, its seven airbags and standard stability control make the 308 a safe family offering.” Well-known motoring journalist, Dave Moore, of The Press in Christchurch, said after a test drive of the vehicle, “I could have stayed on the track all day in this. Peugeot has really lifted its interior quality.” The category winners were selected by the judges from new models launched in NZ between November 30, 2007 and November 30, 2008. Peugeot Stands Alone Peugeot partnered with the popular Taste of Auckland food and wine festival held in March at the Ellerslie Racecourse. The event featured samples of cuisine from a number of Auckland’s best restaurants, wine-tasting classes and cooking lessons from leading chefs. Over four days, a selection of the city’s finest restaurants offered exquisite signature dishes in samplesize portions. It was a fantastic opportunity to try new restaurants, explore different cuisines and plan a whole year of dining out. Two new Peugeot models were on display at the event, the all-new 308 CC and the award-winning 308 Sport – which recently won Safest Car of 2009 at the New Zealand Automobile Association Motoring Excellence Awards. www.tasteofauckland.co.nz Peugeot life Peugeot Uses Auto Express Peugeot has recently reached an agreement with Auto Express, the vehicle logistics division of Toll Networks Ltd to transport new vehicles around New Zealand. Toll Networks is part of the Toll Group that maintains a presence throughout Australasia, Europe and North America. Its vehicle transportation services are currently provided to a broad spectrum of customers and they include a wide range of vehicle types, from new and used to rental and leased cars and trucks. Rail is the company’s preferred linehaul method – they utilise 14 GT rail wagons – because of the costeffectiveness of rail versus road and the protection offered by the wagons, which are fully enclosed and locked throughout transit. Rail services are also more frequent than coastal shipping and the environmental benefits of rail versus road have been independently verified. Toll Tranzlink was been acknowledged as a leader in safety and security innovation for its freight tracking, asset utilisation, and customer service technologies. To learn more go to www.toll.co.nz Peugeot WebTV a hit. In just 12 months online, Peugeot’s innovative WebTV has logged more than two million viewers, prompting the company to upgrade the site with a new version. The site now features a new console with six channels offering news, product range, concept cars, innovation, sport and an events channel. Its optimised navigation allows higher-quality viewing, with new functions such as full-screen or high-definition options. The new Version 2.0 debuted at the recent Geneva Motor Show which featured on the events channel, allowing users to watch videos of Peugeot’s news from the show, such as the global debut of the 3008 crossover vehicle, the press conference given by Peugeot’s managing director, Jean Philippe Collin, or even take a tour of the stand. Throughout the year, Peugeot WebTV’s schedules will include broadcasts of the marque’s highlights, such as the 24-hour Le Mans race and the Frankfurt Motor Show. www.tv.peugeot.com or www.peugeot.co.nz 76 – 77 Peugeot After Sales Quality + Passion = Great Service A 3-year, 150,000-kilometre warranty, 24-hour toll-free roadside assistance and repairs with only genuine Peugeot parts are a few of the after-sales services spelled out in more detail at www.peugeot.co.nz. But, really, service is not just about roadside support and genuine parts, it’s also about the sense of quality and passion Peugeot service people bring to their job everyday at any dealership around the country. Scott Bruhns, the national After Sales Manager, came to Peugeot two years ago. He drives the 2009 model 407 SW 2.7HDi. Like so many Peugeot customers, Scott’s passion for the brand is as personal as it is professional. “We place a large emphasis on getting after-sales service right,” he told Peugeot Life. Scott says, “We constantly measure the dealer network for their service delivery to the customer through contact calls, customer questionnaire mailings and dealer auditing. We always try to keep our finger on the pulse of service quality, because the one thing that always stands out with our customers is that they are as passionate about the brand as we are.” European manufacturers have always been at the forefront of advances in automotive technology and Peugeot is no exception. In fact, Peugeot has led the way when it comes to environmentally-respectful diesel engines. Scott says, “I have worked with European brands for the past 14 years, so I fully appreciate they can be expensive for the average motorist. But this is where Peugeot stands out from the crowd. They offer a top 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating [New Car Assessment Programme] with the 207 costing from just $26,990, for example.” Peugeot dealerships are required to call every service customer within 10 days of their service visit as a way of following up any work that was done and to make sure customers are satisfied. Also, a customer questionnaire is sent out after each annual service and after each maintenance or repair. Scott says, “I was always taught that it’s best to listen first and talk second when it comes to best understanding our customer’s needs.” Dealer auditing happens twice a year and in essence it is a viewing of the dealership through the eyes of a customer. Evaluation ranges from the signage in reception to the name badge of a sales person and customer parking. Peugeot uses this audit to help every dealer meet a higher level of Quality Assurance Standards required by the brand. “The Peugeot After Sales team is currently rolling out an 18-month training programme to all of our customer service consultants to ensure the highest quality of service,” says Scott. “Called the ‘Essentials’ programme, it is a nine-step path all customers follow when they deal with a Peugeot service department. For example, the ‘After Sales Welcome’ consists of service at an agreed time, protective covers are fitted and removed and the vehicle is carefully inspected – all with the customer present.” As Scott Bruhns notes above, Peugeot customers can be as passionate as technicians when it comes to quality workmanship. Quality work derived from passion for the brand, you could say, is a Peugeot mantra. peugeot.co.nz The new 308 CC. Become one of the first to experience the new Peugeot 308 CC, an exciting new benchmark in luxury open-air motoring. 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