Born NOT to be mild – Mercedes-AMG A45 S review
Aside from those in the ‘supercar’ area, on the whole, vehicle manufacturers create models to appeal to some sort of mass-market, especially when it comes to Hatchbacks. After all, in New Zealand, the ‘hatch’ segment itself is losing ground to all manner of SUVs so why wouldn’t they. Then, to make them ‘hotter’ they hand […]
The 730hp new Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series
The most powerful AMG V8 series engine of all time, the most expressive design, the most elaborate aerodynamics, the most intelligent material mix, the most distinctive driving dynamics and I doubt we’ll see it in New Zealand. For the new Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series (combined fuel consumption 12.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 292 g/km), […]
First-ever BMW iX3 set for NZ launch in mid-2021
Shhhh, in a press release, we’re told that the all-new iX3, BMW’s first fully-electric X model will arrive in New Zealand by mid next year. The iX3 blends emission-free driving pleasure with BMW’s renowned sporting ability and the multi-faceted functionality of a Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). The new BMW iX3 also embodies BMW’s strategic “Power of […]
This year’s NZ Staycation sorted – all-new VW Grand California
Meet the Kombi’s big brother – the all-new Volkswagen Grand California due in NZ this Spring Having felt a little penned in over the last few months, it was a welcome sight to see that the New Zealand release of the all-new VW Grand California is imminent. The California has embodied a ‘freedom’ vision for […]
One Spicy Meatball – Abarth 595 Competizione Review
To make the perfect Italian dish takes a mixture of loving ingredients, traditional cooking and a family recipe that’s been handed down through the ages, in many ways much the same as what has gone into creating the NZ new Abarth 595 Competizione. Sure there’s no sun-dried tomatoes or extra virgin olive oil that’s been […]
Trick Pony
It is a turbocharged Mustang but this old horse has learnt some new tricks
My MBUX Mercedes-Benz gets even more personal
Have a quick look the presentation on the way to the Auckland office and discuss minor changes with your assistant by telephone conference? Or while away the long journey to your New Zealand holiday home with the latest online films as your brother next to you listens to his favourite audiobook? Introducing the new S-Class […]
Sophisticated Thug – Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S review
Admittedly, there are a fair number of vehicles I’m looking forward to getting behind the wheel of this year, however, the 2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S ranked very high up in the list. So when Mercedes-Benz New Zealand asked if I had some room in my calendar, you can be damned sure I said yes. […]
Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron breaks cover
Under strict embargo, Audi’s new e-tron, the Q4 Sportback has now shown its face to the world but you’ll still have to wait a bit to see it in New Zealand. From a technical perspective, the Q4 e-tron and Q4 e-tron Sportback are identical twins, but in terms of their shape, they each have their […]
And. All. That… Jazz – Honda Jazz RS review
It’s probably very cliched, however, from the moment Honda New Zealand called to see if I would be interested in taking the new Jazz RS for a spin, all I could think about was the song from the 1975 musical Chicago. Now, I’m not exactly what you’d call ‘a musical type of guy’ but I […]
