Mecum Las Vegas 2025 – $27.2M Two-Wheeled Gold Rush
Vegas Motorcycle Auction Shatters Records and Bank Accounts In what can only be described as the motorcycle equivalent of finding El Dorado, Mecum’s Las Vegas 2025 auction has just dropped jaws and emptied wallets faster than a quickdraw contest in the Old West. The event didn’t just break records; it absolutely obliterated them, raking in […]
2 wise men – and a Volkswagen California Ocean
I could tell you all about how the Volkswagen California Ocean (6.1) and the Grand California for that matter, are premium campervans. And with features such as 4MOTION all-wheel drive (AWD), adaptive cruise control, and an impressive 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, they promise reliable and safe journeys. I could go on to say that […]
GEELY appoints Jordan Haines to lead New Zealand Operations
To help reshape New Zealand’s automotive landscape, Geely has announced the appointment of industry veteran Jordan Haines as their New Zealand Brand Manager. Having cut his teeth in the automotive sector for 13 years, including a noteworthy stint as Volkswagen New Zealand’s National Sales Manager, Haines brings a wealth of experience to the role. “The […]
Is Aion Coming to New Zealand?
Kiwis with a penchant for cutting-edge EVs are likely buzzing with anticipation. Aion, the electric arm of Chinese auto giant GAC, is making waves with its global expansion plans, but will those waves reach our shores? The short answer is: maybe. Aion’s shiny new Global Version Aion V is making a splash, boasting a whopping […]
Ford to return to Le Mans for a new chapter in Endurance Racing
Ford is preparing to make a significant return to the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2027, marking a bold new chapter in its storied history of sports car racing. This move underscores Ford’s ongoing commitment to innovation and performance at one of the most demanding events in motorsport. Drawing on decades of racing […]
EV 2 all? VW teases ID.one as part of Future Plan
Volkswagen is setting the stage for its next generation of compact electric vehicles with the recent teaser of the 2027 ID.1 EV. This new addition to Volkswagen’s growing ID family promises to further democratise electric mobility, offering a blend of modern design and practical functionality that could appeal to a wide range of urban drivers. […]
3D Printing – From Boom to Bumps on the Road to Reinvention
The world of 3D printing has always been a head-turner, promising dazzling innovations and reshaping industries as we know them. But as IDTechEx’s latest report reveals, 2024 wasn’t exactly a red-carpet year for additive manufacturing. While the sector still holds plenty of potential to revolutionize manufacturing, a host of economic hiccups last year had even […]
Subaru goes Green(ish) with new Forester Hybrid
In a move that’s about as surprising as finding sheep in New Zealand, Subaru has finally jumped onto the electrification bandwagon with their first-ever U.S. Forester Hybrid. And boy, have they done it in typical Subaru fashion – by refusing to compromise on their “go-anywhere” DNA. The 2025 Forester Hybrid isn’t just another pretty face […]
Audi Backtracks on Vehicle Name Changes
The ICE powered A6 is back and more!
Nissan Sparks Curiosity with “E-Trail” Trademark
Could the Electric X-Trail Be Coming to a Dealer Near You? In a move that may signal Nissan’s electrified ambitions soaring into uncharted territory, the Japanese automaker recently filed a trademark for the term “E-Trail” with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The announcement has sparked rumors amongst car enthusiasts and EV evangelists alike, […]