Hino fined US$1.6 billion for falsifying emissions
Hino Motors, the truck manufacturing subsidiary of Toyota, has reached a significant settlement with U.S. authorities over falsified diesel emissions data. The company admitted to engaging in a multi-year conspiracy from 2010 to 2019, involving the sale of over 105,000 heavy-duty diesel engines in the United States that did not meet emissions standards. Hino falsified […]
2025 ZR1 Corvette sells for US$3.7million
“Supercharged Charity and Million-Dollar Moments: Barrett-Jackson 2025 Sets Records in Scottsdale” The automotive world witnessed history during Barrett-Jackson’s electrifying “Super Saturday” at the 2025 Scottsdale Auction on January 25, where adrenaline and generosity combined to shatter records and raise millions for charity. Headlining the day was the auction of the first retail production 2025 Chevrolet […]
3000% return from Tesla for Freeman
In a financial twist that almost sounds scripted by Hollywood itself, Morgan Freeman, the legendary actor whose voice could probably sell sand in a desert, has turned a modest Tesla investment into a jaw-dropping 3,000% return. The man behind the lens of cinematic masterpieces like The Shawshank Redemption and Million Dollar Baby apparently doubles as […]
Auckland FC 1-0 Western Sydney Wanderers Match report
Match Report brought to you by Cupra (Official motor vehicle partner of Auckland FC) To many late goals to be a coincidence! Running on determination and daring strategy, Auckland FC’s ‘race management team’ once again got across the finish line, snatching a last-gasp win over Western Sydney Wanderers in dramatic fashion. With seconds to spare on the game […]
Lamborghini Celebrates 20 Years of Police Service
Several models have served the Polizia over this time.
MG Motor NZ introduces VERY Affordable New ZS Lineup
MG Motor New Zealand has brought a fresh wave of excitement to the Kiwi compact SUV market by announcing the pricing for the all-new MG ZS range. With its perfect blend of modern design, practicality, and affordability, the ZS lineup adds a new dimension to the competitive world of compact SUVs. The latest petrol variants […]
Wagons roll for BYD
It looks like BYD is preparing to unleash its first-ever wagon, marking a bold step into territory traditionally dominated by European manufacturers. Spy shots recently emerged showing a mysterious longroof silhouette being transported through China, with the vehicle’s elegant proportions suggesting BYD means business in the premium wagon segment . Industry insiders suggest this isn’t […]
Honda Unveils New V8
These won’t be found in the next Civic Type R though.
Are uber-rich yachties feeling the pinch?
And do we care? In a devastating blow to the champagne-soaked world of luxury yachting, The Bahamas’ once-glittering Charter Yacht Show is experiencing what industry insiders are calling a “nautical nightmare,” with registrations plummeting by a whopping 40% . “Darling, it’s simply too taxing,” complained one broker, as attendance dropped from a robust fleet of […]
Summer Adventures – Ranger Wildtrak X-tended Review
Ahh, New Zealand Summers, a time of dodging rain and like sheep, following the rest of Auckland to Whitianga or the like. But not for me. Aside from the predictable precipitation and this year’s high winds, I instead chose to stay local and head out on mini adventures – aided by the tried and tested […]