Ever heard of a Fordite watch?

Not too long ago, when returning from filming a review with Dave and Matt, we were nerding out on watches, more specifically, ones made with stone dials. Long story short, we ended up talking about Fordite, which is as automotive-y as it sounds. Today, after reading a brief history piece on these watches on Time […]

BMW Teams Up with Humanoid Robots – Are Humans Now Obsolete?

Figure Ai robots and BMW

From the land of lederhosen and luxury vehicles comes a bizarre yet fascinating story. In what can only be described as a sci-fi thriller plot ready for Netflix adaptation, the BMW Group is dabbling in the future—humanoid robots in production. Yes, you heard that right. Forget autonomous cars for a minute; BMW is tossing metal […]

Boxy 5-Door Suzuki Jimny Now has a Box

Suzuki Jimny 5 door first drive NZ

Suzuki has taken the phrase “thinking inside the box” to charmingly literal heights with its latest accessory for the five-door Jimny. In a move that might sound familiar to owners of Toyota’s LandCruiser Prado, the five-door Jimny Nomade (the Japanese market version) now offers an optional 10cm-tall boot box to give the SUV’s cargo floor […]

Nissan’s Ariya Crowned Best Pre-Owned EV

Nissan Ariya NZ launch and price

In a stellar achievement for Nissan, their 2023 Ariya has been crowned the best pre-owned electric vehicle (EV) of 2025 by the respected team at Recurrent. This accolade cements Ariya’s position as a top choice for EV enthusiasts, excelling in key areas such as value retention, cutting-edge technology, and overall performance in the pre-owned market. […]

Trucking planet saving – JAC EV N60 Truck review

JAC EV N60 Truck review NZ

The JAC EV Electric Light Truck is an advanced commercial vehicle tailored for environmental sustainability and functionality, however, it’s also a bloody good truck in its own right. The lineup offers variants like the N60 EV and N90 EV, with key differences in specifications, such as wheelbase length and gross vehicle weight (GVW) – I […]

Steve Kenchington, New CEO of Giltrap Group, Charts a Strategic Course for the Future

Steve Kenchington - Giltrap Group

In a revealing conversation, Steve Kenchington, recently appointed as the CEO of the Giltrap Group, shared his vision for navigating the evolving automotive industry. The discussion touched on transformative trends, electric vehicle (EV) adoption, and the company’s plans to solidify its position in the luxury vehicle market while addressing market challenges brought on by rapid […]

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