New Zealand Car Reviews and News
LEXUS LF-30 EV Concept
The ED² team decided it was vital to start with the principles of L-Finesse, Lexus’ design philosophy built upon three thematic pillars: Seamless Anticipation, Incisive Simplicity, and Intriguing Elegance. Through
Why the RX-7 is an Icon
Launched in 1978, the definitive rotary sports car become a cult classic across three generations. The joy of driving, lightweight design and the rotary engine: three elements that define Mazda’s
Quick – Grab some crayons
‘Design your own Bacalar’ competitionBentley is also launching a design-your-own Bacalar competition via the @BentleyComms Twitter channel. Both adults and children are invited to download a blank template of both
The most expensive Bespoke Bentley ever
As the first product in Bentley Mulliner’s new Coachbuilt portfolio, the new Bacalar affords its 12 customers even greater opportunity to express their personal tastes in the form of the
Tarmac Experiences
Strangelove – the Depeche Mode Experience
‘I don’t even like frickin’ cover bands!’ was the thought that was annoyingly rattling around my brain as I jumped into my Skoda Scala press car and headed towards Auckland
Holden shows us how to tow 3.5 tonnes
The brochure on your Ute or SUV says 3.5-Tonne tow rating, so you can choose the big boat or caravan now right? Well not exactly. It seems that GVM, GCM,
5 Things I learnt from doing Targa Tour NZ
Targa New Zealand is the planet’s Ultimate Road Race and (thanks to Toyota NZ) I had the opportunity to take part in this year’s 25th anniversary. According to the Targa
BMW’s Lap of luxury
It’s always a plus when your BMW media invite begins with ‘Meet at Mechanics bay.’ This location generally means a Helicopter ride to an event that will undoubtedly be something
Tarmac Travel
Saddle up in New Caledonia!
Mountain biking is a booming sport in New Caledonia with tracks to suit all levels of riders throughout the island and more tracks appearing regularly. From the urban trails of
Two Hearts, beat as one.
Travel Experience Although, thanks to Mazda, we were in Japan to see the latest offerings in the automotive world at the Tokyo Motor Show, we still had plenty of time
The Most Terrifying Place in Thailand?
The way to happiness – Apparently, is by foregoing temptation, greed and desire; Oh and by crossing a bridge over hundreds of outreaching and grabbing hands! Yesterday we took a trip
Holy Moly – A Ferrari Experience
Ferrari at Bathurst 12 hour The Ferrari Australasia family invited me to spend four days with them in Bathurst sampling their cars, their racing team and their overwhelming hospitality; I
Socially awkward
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