‘Plug-and-Play’ EV Conversion Kit for Mazda MX-5
Electrogenic, the global EV technology company, has unveiled its latest game-changing ‘plug-and-play’ electrification kit: a cost-effective and fun package that converts the Mazda MX-5 (Miata) to clean, punchy, all-electric power. The kit leverages Electrogenic’s market-leading, proprietary powertrain technology and integration software suite to create a thrilling, nimble, rear-wheel drive EV. Thanks to Electrogenic’s clever packaging […]
CUPRA Formula E season 2024/25 with Kiro Race Co
CUPRA starts a new chapter in Formula E by joining forces with Kiro Race Co. The new CUPRA KIRO team will fight for the podium in the world’s most prestigious e-racing competition. The unconventional challenger brand will bring its racing DNA to the new team, led by Dan Ticktum and David Beckmann, reinforcing CUPRA’s commitment […]
Nissan launches inclusive sports documentary ‘Dare to Defy’
Nissan has launched a groundbreaking inclusive sports documentary on Prime Video. The three-part series features British Paralympic gold medallist and marathon world record holder Richard Whitehead MBE, alongside LGBTQ+ advocate and broadcaster/DJ turned marathon runner Adele Roberts. Together, they challenge stereotypes and explore barriers that underrepresented communities face when attempting to participate in sport. Episodes […]
Putting the oh in Jaguar’s Type 00
The Electrifying Future of Luxury Automotive Design Jaguar has declared war on mediocrity. Or perhaps it’s at war with carbon emissions. Or historical design conventions? Or maybe just on anyone who doesn’t think pairing brass, travertine, a butterfly door, and “Miami Pink” sounds like the kind of fever dream worthy of an electric vehicle debuting […]
Toyota NZ Sustainability Report recommits to carbon reductions
In its just released 2024 Sustainability Report, Toyota New Zealand has recommitted to carbon reduction targets across its business, from its operations to the lifetime carbon emissions of the new vehicles it sells. Toyota is serious about its responsibility to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gases from the transport sector. It has set a […]
Toyota NZ Sustainability report 2024 lunch
(Aka – Pt 1. Paddy Talks Climate Change) Toyota NZ has released their Sustainability report for 2024 and the 40+ page document is worth taking the time to read. Anyway, to help with its release we were invited to a spot of lunch and entertained by a varied cast of brand and brand ambassadors to […]
The Swagger’s Back – VW Golf GTI Mark 8.5 review
The hot hatchback category has always been synonymous with one name: the Volkswagen Golf GTI. Since its debut in 1974 (ok the GTI was in ‘76), the GTI has been the yardstick by which all other hot hatches are measured. Now in 2024, we celebrate 50 years of Golf greatness with the arrival of the […]
Maserati Turns 110
The famous Trident brand celebrates more than a century of Italian luxury performance.
Heart and Soul – Rebuilding Jaguar Perfection
What happens when your heart desires a vehicle with the timeless, sculpted silhouette of Jaguar Mark 2, but your head wants all the drive and features that a modern jaguar can provide – well you call Beacham Special Vehicles of course. Not only do they restore and modernise the classics, but more importantly, their vehicles […]
Star gems at Sunday Drive Xmas Auction
Car enthusiasts across the country are undoubtedly marking their calendars for one of New Zealand’s most anticipated automotive events, The Sunday Drive Christmas Classic and Performance Live Auction. With an impressive roster of rare vehicles, celebrity-owned gems, and nostalgia-packed classics, this event promises to bring 2024 to a roaring close. Set to culminate on Sunday, […]