EVs an issue for Californian firefighters
Hollywood’s Latest Thriller: Electric Cars, Mansions, and Toxic Infernos In a bizarre twist of fate, the latest Hollywood drama isn’t playing out on the big screen, but in the smoldering remains of Pacific Palisades and Malibu. The protagonists? Celebrities, their opulent homes reduced to ashes, and an unlikely nemesis, electric cars, dubbed “toxic ticking time […]
BMW iX Overhauls Performance, Range, and Style
BMW has upped its game with the refreshed iX lineup, bringing increased power, sportier looks, and an extended electric range to the forefront. The new iX models – xDrive45, xDrive60 M Sport, and the top-tier M70 xDrive – promise refined performance, cutting-edge tech, and that unmistakable BMW flair. With a WLTP range of up to […]
A Porsche ‘Sculpture’ sells for $400,000!
SMH! So, get this: a tubular wireframe “car” that won’t start, can’t drive, and doesn’t even have cupholders just sold for a jaw-dropping £201,000. Yep, that’s triple the price of an actual, driveable 1979 Porsche 911 Turbo, which is frankly insulted by this comparison. The sculpture, a glorious metal skeleton of the legendary Porsche 934, […]
Top 7 Production Vehicles to Survive the Apocalypse
(Because the End of the World Deserves Style and Comfort) The Doomsday Clock, you know, the thing that warns the public about how close we are to destroying our world with dangerous technologies of our own making, has been moved to 89 seconds before midnight, the closest it’s ever been – so we wondered what cars […]
Ferrari Returns to Hot Wheels
It’s been more than a decade since the last Hot Wheels Ferrari was made.
NZ’s Need for Speed Returns
In a move bound to excite lead-footed Kiwi drivers and industry advocates alike, New Zealand’s National-led Government has hit the accelerator on reversing what it deems “illogical and untargeted” speed limit reductions implemented under the previous administration. Starting tonight, the first stage of the speed limit rollbacks will take effect on SH2 between Featherston and […]
Škoda Unveils the All-New Superb, and it is!
Škoda has raised the bar yet again with the all-new Superb, a car that marries sleek design with advanced technology, enhanced safety features, and a commitment to sustainable materials. Announced on January 29, 2025, the vehicle boasts more space, improved aerodynamics, and an array of innovative functions that promise to redefine comfort and efficiency. A […]
From Molecules to Magic – NVIDIA’s ALCHEMI NIM
Basically, 96% of goods, from your snack wrappers to solar panels, rely on irreplaceable chemicals, and the quest for innovative materials is no small feat. But fear not, the wizards at NVIDIA have brewed up something extraordinary. Enter the ALCHEMI NIM microservice, a revolutionary AI-powered platform that’s turning the slow grind of materials discovery into […]
What Should You Do if an Earthquake Happens While Driving?
Imagine cruising down a scenic New Zealand road when, suddenly, your car jolts as though hit by an invisible force. The world shifts around you—trees sway unnaturally, cracks spider across the road, and dust plumes rise in the distance. You’ve just found yourself driving through an earthquake. While daunting, knowing how to respond can keep […]
Volvo car to get 2 tech upgrades
Volvo Cars has unveiled two transformative technological updates to enhance both in-car experiences and charging convenience for its upcoming models. These upgrades will become available across a range of popular models, including the XC40, EX40, EC40, V60, and V90, and signify a strategic push towards a more seamless, responsive, and driver-focused automobile environment. Volvo Car […]