X-tra value – BMW iX1 eDrive20 review
It was a little over 6 months ago that I jumped behind the wheel of the boxy new iX1 xDrive30, BMW’s smallest X and it impressed me with both its style and practicality, well it’s back in eDrive form, making it an ideal entry into the world of premium electric mobility. In terms of looks, […]
The future of Jag and JLR’s ‘House of Brands’ range
With the automotive world arguably putting the handbrake on EV’s, Steve Kenchington · Chief Executive Officer at Motorcorp Distributors Limited (Jaguar/Land Rover in NZ) invited us for breakfast with Martin Limpert, Regional Director Overseas to discuss the future of JLR’s House of Brands – spoiler alert, it’s looking bright. The meeting was held at the […]
Omoda Jaecoo named the fastest growing automotive brand worldwide
Omoda Jaecoo has announced its new rank as the fastest-growing automotive brand in the world, setting new standards for excellence and innovation with a highly competitive fleet. The Chinese automotive giant announced their latest sales figures at the 18th annual Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (25 April – 5 May 2024), with Omoda Jaecoo global sales volume […]
Take a seat – Mercedes GLE 450d and AMG 63 S review
Whether it’s one of seven or a straight out HOT one, Mercedes’ new GLE is sure to have a seat that fits. The (optional) seven seat GLE 450d and the AMG 63 S SUVs have just landed in New Zealand and as luck would have it, Merecdes-Benz gave us both to try. The first GLE […]
Bentley Mulliner Announces Third Model
The upcoming Bentley Mulliner creation will add to the Bacalar and Batur.
Nissan Z NISMO unleashed on Lake Mountain
To celebrate the arrival [in Australia] of the most performance-focused model in the Z range, the Nissan Z NISMO took on one of the country’s most challenging and exhilarating hill climbs – Lake Mountain. Lake Mountain is one of Australia’s most-celebrated roads, and a favourite for performance-car testing, owing both to the number and variety […]
The Renault Symbioz – A new era in family mobility
The Renault Symbioz joins a proud line of family cars, almost 60 years after the launch of Renault 16 with its spacious and functional design, and 40 years after the revolutionary Espace, an adaptable vehicle just 4.25m long but able to carry seven people. Launched in 1965, the Renault 16 was designed to stand apart […]
The dawn of a new V12 era
Once in a generation a new Aston Martin powerplant arrives to shift the ultra-luxury paradigm and today we reveal just that in the shape of a fearsome new V12 engine. Aston Martin has committed to continuing its 25-year bloodline of V12-engined flagships with a technical masterpiece and a true leader in its class. A showcase […]
Love your ute? You’re not alone
New research reveals: Pick-up owners love their vehicles 21% more than car owners Isuzu UK, the leading name in rugged and reliable vehicles, unveils groundbreaking findings from its latest research study, shedding light on the deep affection pick-up, 4X4 or SUV owners have for their cars, compared to those who drive other vehicles. The study, […]
CUPRA unveils the new Formentor and Leon
The unconventional challenger brand has unveiled the new CUPRA Formentor and CUPRA Leon, redesigned and enhanced to continue the success story. The new CUPRA Formentor arrives to build on the great success the Crossover SUV has already achieved. The CUPRA Formentor is the company’s bestseller and becoming an icon of the brand. In a competitive […]