Omoda E5 – The EV that can take the heat
The results of extensive heat testing have shown the Omoda E5 that launched in New Zealand in April, passes battery safety and performance standards with flying colours. While electric vehicle uptake continues to grow, Omoda acknowledges – as with any new technology – there may be concerns about the safety and risks associated with electric […]
Meet the new Audi A5 model range
Audi is opening the next chapter in its successful history in the mid-size segment with the new A5 family. Launching 30 years after the first Audi A4, the sharpened design language of the latest generation, now called the Audi A5, captivates with striking proportions. Both body styles, Saloon and Avant, perfectly embody the sporty essence […]
Nissan keeps putting customers first
In its latest round of vehicle safety ratings, EuroNCAP, the European New Car Assessment Programme, has published scores for Nissan’s Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) lineup – Townstar, Primastar and Interstar. Following robust safety tests, the Townstar and Primastar models have earned themselves a Gold rating, achieving an impressive safety assist performance rating of 78% and […]
New, but not all-new – 2024 Discovery Sport P250 Review
The latest iteration of the Discovery Sport (I don’t think we can call it Land Rover any more can we?) embodies a blend of rugged capability and modern luxury. It’s designed to appeal to a wide range of drivers looking for a versatile SUV experience and this ‘refreshed model’, combines a modern interior and state-of-the-art […]
A Moody Little Crossover – Lexus LBX Range Review
The all-new Lexus LBX, the smallest SUV ever from Lexus, is out to introduce a new audience to the brand with its compact and urban-centric design and attractive price point. This little crossover stands as a breakthrough model to the Lexus lineup, offering a unique blend of luxury, efficiency, and practicality. To help us delve […]
BMW debuts the all-new BMW M5 and BMW X3 at Goodwood
A highlight moment for BMW M at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed was the global debut of the all-new BMW M5. With 40 years of history, the legendary high-performance saloon from BMW M GmbH is entering its seventh generation with an electrified drive system for the first time. The combination of a high-revving V8 […]
Utter Joy – 2024 Mazda MX-5 GT Review
It seems like just about every year we get a refreshed Mazda MX-5. This is certainly not a bad thing, as every time this happens, we are reminded just how good the MX-5 and has been since the first edition, the NA, first turned a wheel in 1989. Where do we start? Its mechanical simplicity, […]
California (Ocean) Dreamin’ – VW California pt II
This post is part II of my recent road trip through the North Island with the Volkswagen California. If you haven’t seen part I, it’s available here. Now that you have, join me from Havelock North onwards. No visit to this town is complete without a climb of Te Mata Peak and by climb I […]
V12-like power – Mercedes-AMG C63 S PHEV review
The Mercedes-AMG C63 S, the brand’s performance luxury sedan, has taken a bold turn towards electrification, and horror of horrors has dropped 4-cylinders along the way. So the big question is, does it still perform the way a C63 should? The simple answer is – hell yes! Back in 2008, the AMG C63 debuted with […]
All-new MG HS SUV headed for New Zealand
Thrilling debut: All-new MG HS SUV unveiled at Goodwood Festival of Speed and headed for New Zealand. There is excitement building for the all-new MG HS in New Zealand after its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The global reveal brings an enhanced dedication to MG’s craftsmanship, technology, and performance, continuing to solidify its […]