Iveco has launched an all-makes range of European truck, trailer and bus spare parts in New Zealand.

Iveco Trucks NZ has partnered with German-based Diesel Technic, a global supplier of aftermarket commercial vehicle parts, to offer a full range of parts through NZ's 20 Iveco parts dealers.

Diesel Technic carries around 30,000 parts, ranging from electrical fittings to major engine and suspension components.

Iveco Trucks NZ parts business development manager Elliot Barnard says the company had "noted a gap in our local product range in NZ" – and after extensive market research had decided that parts quality, range and competitive pricing made Diesel Technic the right partner.

The parts supplier, which has been in business for over 45 years, operates in more than 150 countries. Its parts carry a 24-month guarantee.

An initial stock of almost $100,000 worth of parts is now stored at Iveco Trucks NZ's Auckland HQ, ready for distribution to dealers. Monthly stock orders are already in place and any parts not initially in stock are being airfreighted in as required.

Iveco Trucks NZ dealer development manager Kristi Walker says that the company has been focusing on growing and strengthening the dealer network for the last two years.

"We're proud to have one of the largest networks in the country and are pleased to be able to provide another revenue stream to our partners. This also is a win for Kiwi operators, who'll be able to see their vehicles serviced, regardless of brand, with quality parts in a cost-effective and timely manner."

GM Ian Walker says: "This is only the beginning of a very exciting time for Iveco and Diesel Technic. As we expand our product range and move into our newly built facility in Q3 we're making leaps forward in the commercial vehicle parts market, which ultimately reflects in better product, better quality, better pricing and a better customer experience for all."