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Why Mazda CX-3, Hyundai Kona and Kia Seltos buyers should take note of the new Ford Puma 2020

July 20, 2020

Due in September as the direct replacement for the already-forgotten EcoSport, both old and new Ford crossovers are based on the same Global B-Car platform that underpins the Fiesta supermini, so actually share significant mechanical and structural components. However, that’s where the similarities end. For starters, the JK-series Puma’s design and presentation could not be more different than the EcoSport, since the old car was created as a hardy, practical and inexpensive small SUV from Brazil (though ours were built...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Update

March 23, 2020

Warm Greetings from Wayne Phillis Ford. In the current climate of uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), I want to take the time to write to you to reassure you that our guests and team members wellbeing and safety is our utmost priority, now and always. Wayne Phillis Ford is closely monitoring the situation and is actively taking steps to comply with guidance from the South Australian Department of Health and Australian Government Department of Health,...

Manufacturer Service Survey Winner – July 2019

July 22, 2019

Our Manufacturer Service survey return winners for this quarter were Greg Bristow. The $250 cash prize draw was presented by Abby Mcbeath. Congratulations Greg Bristow on your win! The next draw will be in August and results published on our website on Saturday, August 16th. Don’t forget – if you receive and return a manufacturers survey after a visit to our Service Department, your Name will go into our Quarterly draw of $250....

Ford Ranger XLT 2019 review

July 2, 2019

Ford’s 2018 launch of its 2019 Ranger (or PX III) brought numerous upgrades and refinements, headlined by the availability of AEB and Ford’s new twin-turbo 2.0-litre diesel engine with 10-speed auto being available as an option in the upper-shelf XLT and top-shelf Wildtrak variants. This new engine and transmission made its Ranger debut in the Baja-inspired Raptor, which has earned widespread praise for its ‘desert racer’ chassis tuning and criticism of its underwhelming engine choice in equal...

News Update

April 11, 2019

Our Manufacturer Service survey return winners for this quarter were John and Mary MacMillan. The $250 cash prize draw was presented by Wayne Phillis. Congratulations John and Mary on your win! The next draw will be in July and results published on our website on Wednesday July 17th. Don’t forget – if you receive and return a manufacturers survey after a visit to our Service Department, your Name will go into our Quarterly...