From dream to reality: the 1972 electric T2 Bulli that inspired the new ID. Buzz
PRESS RELEASE In 1972, Volkswagen revealed a prototype T2 Bulli, which featured an electric motor in the rear. The arrival of the new Volkswagen ID. Buzz makes that 50-year-old dream a reality. The foundations for the all-electric ID. Buzz were first laid in 1970 when Adolf Kalberlah, Head of the Future Research Department, designed the […]
A New Dawn: 2022 Lexus UX300e Review
It was only a matter of time before Lexus would give us an all-electric offering of some kind. The brand has been going all-out in recent months and years with promoting their most fuel-efficient powertrains like their proven and capable hybrids. Now, with the UX300e, Lexus has their first plug-in BEV. Have they nailed it […]
Renovated Mazda Museum in Hiroshima to reopen in May
PRESS RELEASE Mazda Motor Corporation’s Museum, located in its Hiroshima headquarters, has undergone a full renovation. The museum showcases historic vehicles and exhibits of the company’s history since its foundation more than a century ago. Here’s how it was when we went there: Due to open to the public on the 23rd of May this year, […]
Lexus Takes Covers Off New RZ EV
This car marks the beginning of Lexus’ Electrified vision.
New Volkswagen Golf R now in New Zealand
PRESS RELEASE Volkswagen New Zealand’s highly anticipated 2022 performance R Range – that’s R for Racing – has landed and the new Golf R is hot on the tail of last month’s Tiguan R release. “Golf R represents new technology – ignited by driving passion,” says Greg Leet, General Manager of Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles. “The […]
First Drive of the all-new 5th Generation Range Rover
I took a trip to California to get a first taste of the new 5th generation Range Rover. The event got me behind the wheels of both the short and long wheelbase variants, three powertrains and included the First Edition, HSE and SV models – Luxury 4, 5 or 7 seat combinations. Fifty years of […]
The new BMW 7 Series
PRESS RELEASE With the new BMW 7 series, the latest generation of the brand’s flagship saloon, BMW is set to redefine the luxury segment with new levels of electrification, sustainability and digitalisation. The new BMW 7 Series represents a significant step up from its renowned predecessor, with an innovative specification designed to deliver incredible driving […]
Audi Unveils New Urbansphere Electric SUV
Designed for China’s megacities, the Urbansphere completes the Audi Sphere trio.
Lexus to Unveil New RZ EV Tonight
This is the car to spearhead Lexus’ journey to carbon neutrality.
$1bn NZ Auto Repair Industry Facing ‘Perfect Financial Storm’
PRESS RELEASE New Zealand’s billion-dollar collision repair industry is set to lose up to 15% of its revenue to offshore owned repairers within the coming year, according to experts. The projected loss of revenue comes at a time when the industry is facing a “perfect financial storm” of economic and environmental factors which will adversely […]
