Volkswagen to Revive ‘Scout’ Brand in the USA

The plan is to electrify the iconic nameplate.
Are your eyes really on the road?

PRESS RELEASE OPSM Research reveals Kiwi drivers are prioritising snacks over safety when embarking on road trips. Research released by OPSM reveals that despite the fact that six out of seven New Zealanders are planning to take a long road trip this year, over 95% of drivers do not consider the risks associated with having […]
Bentley Unveils New Bentayga Extended Wheelbase

The luxury SUV becomes the brand’s new flagship.
The Three Rs – VW extend their R Range

When I attended school (on the odd occasion), the importance of the three Rs (Reading, wRiting and aRifmatic) was incessantly drilled into me and for obvious reasons. Well VW have now released their own 3 Rs (Golf, Tiguan and T-Roc) which are equally important from a brand point of view, but as we found out […]
We pre-viewed the 3rd Generation Range Rover Sport

Upon approach, there was a hazy, mystical fog that covered Dubai as I looked out of the window from my Business class seat and the moment the wheels gently touched the ground the captain informed us that he’d used the plane’s auto-pilot to ‘bring us home’. As it turned out, this mix of luxury and […]
That F-PACE SVR is so hot right now

I’ve driven many a stunning car over the years, but some extraordinary rides still catch me off-guard. The past week with the Jaguar F-PACE SVR has been a truly special motoring experience that took me to an unexpected place in both my head and my heart. It was also the very first time I’ve gone […]
Nissan Ariya EV Wins Red Dot Design Award

Nissan’s new electric crossover wins the brand their seventh Red Dot Award.
Ford New Zealand Confirms All-New, All-Electric E-Transit Custom

PRESS RELEASE Ford New Zealand today confirmed the all-electric E-Transit Custom is due to arrive in New Zealand by early 2024 as part of Ford’s plans for at least seven electrified vehicles in New Zealand by the end of 2024. E-Transit Custom will join the New Zealand electrified line-up alongside the already available Transit Custom PHEV, Escape PHEV, and […]
Skoda Fabia Wins Red Dot Product Design Award

This is the third time the Fabia has collected the accolade.
Lounging Around: 2022 Fiat 500 Lounge Review

Few cars can charm the birds from the trees like the Fiat 500. The spiritual descendant from Dante Giacosa’s original Cinquecento masterpiece for the masses still has all the charm and appeal of the classic Bambina. Today the 500 family is bigger than ever. With the hot Abarth models still going strong and selling well, […]