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See the trucks
Get up close with the DAF XF, XG and XG+ and explore the New Generation range in person.
23 January – 26 February 2027
See New Generation DAF. Up close.
Five red trucks. Seven stops. Get inside the XF, XG and XG+ and experience New Generation DAF in person.
New Generation DAF Roadshow
New Generation DAF is coming to you.
From Bombay to Invercargill, the 2027 Roadshow brings New Generation DAF closer to operators and drivers around New Zealand. Step inside the trucks, try the simulator, see the new DAF merchandise range and talk directly with the team who supports DAF here.
5 trucks
New Generation DAF on tour
7 stops
Bombay to Invercargill
2 islands
A national Roadshow
XF · XG · XG+
See the range in person
Stop 1 · Public opening
The Roadshow starts at Bombay.
Join us at the Bombay Truck Show for the public opening of the New Generation DAF Roadshow.
DateSaturday 23 January 2027
VenueBombay Truck Show · Bombay Rugby Club
Location30 Paparata Road, Bombay
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Try the DAF simulator
Take a virtual drive in New Generation DAF around Eindhoven, the home of DAF.
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See the new DAF merchandise
Bombay will be one of the first places to see selected items from the new New Zealand DAF range.
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Talk to the DAF team
Ask questions, compare the range and talk through what New Generation DAF could look like in your operation.
23 January – 26 February 2027
Seven stops across New Zealand
The Roadshow begins at Bombay before heading south through the Southpac and authorised DAF dealer network.
Saturday 23 January
Bombay
Bombay Truck Show · Bombay Rugby Club
30 Paparata Road, Bombay
Directions ↗Tuesday 2 February
Hamilton
Southpac Trucks, Hamilton
36 Earthmover Crescent, Burbush
Directions ↗Wednesday 3 February
Waharoa
Heavy Diesel Ltd
56 Factory Road, Waharoa
Directions ↗Friday 5 February
Masterton
Commercial Fleet Services
14 Pakihi Road, Waingawa
Directions ↗Tuesday 23 February
Nelson
Southpac Trucks, Nelson
5A Fayette Lane, Stoke
Directions ↗Wednesday 24 February
Christchurch
Transport Repairs Ltd
357 West Coast Road, Templeton
Directions ↗Friday 26 February
Invercargill
Transport Repairs Ltd
8 Kinloch Street, Prestonville
Directions ↗Bombay Truck Show is the public opening. For details about the other Roadshow stops, contact your local Southpac or DAF team.
The DAF experience
More than a walk-around.
The Roadshow gives you time to get properly acquainted with New Generation DAF — inside the cab, behind the simulator and face to face with the people who know the trucks.
Get inside the trucks
Sit in the cab, compare the space and get a proper feel for the XF, XG and XG+.
Take a virtual drive
Try the DAF simulator and experience New Generation DAF around Eindhoven.
See the new DAF merchandise
Get an early look at selected items from the new New Zealand DAF merchandise range.
Talk to the people behind DAF
Meet the Southpac and DAF team, ask questions and talk about what suits your operation.
Why New Generation DAF?
Designed around the job and the driver
The Roadshow is the easiest way to see what the New Generation changes mean in the real world.
Efficiency
More from every kilometre
New Generation DAF is shaped around lower running costs, with aerodynamic cab design and an efficiency-focused PACCAR driveline working together to help make every kilometre count.
Safety & visibility
See more around the truck
Large windows, thoughtful cab design and integrated camera and safety technology help give the driver a clearer view of what is happening around the vehicle.
Driver comfort
A better place to spend the day
More space, practical storage, a quiet cab and a driver-focused layout make NGD a more comfortable place to drive, work and rest.
Built around the driver
Step inside New Generation DAF.
A quiet, spacious cab with room to drive, work and rest. The Roadshow is your chance to experience the NGD interior properly.
XF. XG. XG+.
Meet the trucks on tour
The XF, XG and XG+ share the same New Generation thinking, with different levels of cab space for different jobs and days on the road.
The efficient all-rounder
XF
Efficient, manoeuvrable and comfortable for regional distribution, general freight and operators who need versatility.
- Cab space
- 10.5m³
- Configurations
- 6x4 tractor, 6x4 rigid, 8x4 rigid
- Best suited to
- Regional distribution and general freight
The comfort step-up
XG
Extra space, headroom and storage for linehaul operators and longer days on the road.
- Cab space
- 12m³
- Configurations
- 6x4 tractor, 6x4 rigid
- Best suited to
- Linehaul and longer-haul freight
The long-haul flagship
XG+
The most spacious DAF cab available for drivers who live and work on the road.
- Cab space
- 12.5m³
- Configurations
- 6x4 tractor, 6x4 rigid
- Best suited to
- Premium long-haul operations
Southpac Backed
Backed from Cape to the Bluff
Southpac has supported New Zealand operators for decades. When you buy a DAF, you get nationwide parts and service backup, genuine PACCAR parts, trained technicians and a team that stands behind the product.
NZ Owned & Operated
No offshore call centres — real people, across both islands
0508 22 55 77
TRP Assist — dedicated Southpac support line
Nationwide
Branches and dealers, wherever the job takes you
Genuine
PACCAR parts and factory-trained technicians
Roadshow FAQs
What is the New Generation DAF Roadshow?
A seven-stop New Zealand tour bringing the DAF XF, XG and XG+ together with a simulator experience, new DAF merchandise and the Southpac team.
Is Bombay Truck Show open to the public?
Yes. Bombay Truck Show on Saturday 23 January 2027 is the public opening of the Roadshow.
How do I find out more about my local stop?
The Roadshow continues through Hamilton, Waharoa, Masterton, Nelson, Christchurch and Invercargill. Contact your local Southpac or DAF team for the latest details about the stop near you.
Which DAF trucks will be there?
The Roadshow is built around the New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG+. The exact vehicle mix may vary by stop.
Can I get inside the trucks?
Yes. One of the reasons for taking the Roadshow around New Zealand is to let people experience the cab environment, space, driving position and controls in person.
What is the DAF simulator experience?
The simulator gives visitors a virtual drive in New Generation DAF around Eindhoven, the home of DAF. No truck licence is required to have a go.
Will the new DAF merchandise be available?
Yes. The Roadshow will be the first place to see selected items from the new New Zealand DAF merchandise range before wider release.
Talk to the team
Talk to a DAF Specialist
Questions about a Roadshow stop or New Generation DAF? Tell us where you are and what you’re looking for, and the Southpac DAF team will point you in the right direction.
Southpac Trucks
96-98 Wiri Station Road, Auckland, Auckland 2104, New Zealand
09-262 3181