Defender 130 V8 first drive
Not only is there a new, larger addition to the Defender range, namely the 8-seater 130 but there’s also one with a V8 heart, and guess what, we got to drive the prototype in Dubai. Topping off what had already been an epic two day adventure playing in the vast and expansive sand pits that […]
Sunset for Dawn
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars signals the end of a glorious, glamorous era as it ceases production of its Dawn convertible. In this retrospective, the marque reflects on the best-selling drophead in the brand’s history as it takes its own unique place in the pantheon of great Rolls-Royce motor cars. “In reviving the Dawn nameplate, Rolls-Royce reinvigorated […]
New Alpine Sportscar Teaser Incoming
It will most likely be an electric hot hatch!
Toyota New Zealand CEO saddened by customer impact of Clean Car Discount announcement
Today’s announced changes to the Clean Car Discount (CCD) scheme has saddened Toyota New Zealand CEO, Neeraj Lala, due to the potential for it to affect affordability of low emission vehicle technology for customers. “Many of our customers have placed orders in good faith for both high and low emission vehicles with a clear idea […]
VW Amarok arrives in NZ
The much-anticipated all-new Amarok Ute range has arrived in New Zealand and is set to head straightto dealerships across the country for customers’ orders. Capable by their very nature, the Amarok is ready to tackle kiwi roads with refinement and sophistication plus, a 5 Star ANCAP safety rating with feature-impressive Volkswagen DNA both inside and […]
Bringing harmony to Bentley Azure, S and Speed
There’s a fresh new look for the Continental GT and GTC Azure – the members of the Continental family centred on wellbeing, comfort and luxury, diametrically opposed to the performance-focused S and Speed models. Taking inspiration from the pinnacle Bentayga EWB Azure, both Grand Tourers now receive a ‘Vertical Vane Grille’ design that remains elegant […]
Guilt-free decadence – BMW i7 xDrive60 review
The BMW 7-Series has essentially been the German premium automaker’s benchmark luxury nameplate from the moment it first rolled off the production line in ‘77. It’s often been the model that showcases the latest in technology and innovation, is the ultimate in comfort and above all, simply oozes upmarket desirability. So how do you improve […]
Ford Ranger Raptor to tackle Tatts Finke Desert Race
Ford Performance is proud to announce its race-prepared Ranger Raptor1 will compete in Australia’s Tatts Finke Desert Race, only months after conquering the 2022 SCORE-International Baja 1000. Continuing the global Ford effort that began with the Baja 1000, the Ranger Raptor will compete in the Production 4WD class at Finke, using the same race-prepared Ranger Raptor […]