EV battery maker Northvolt goes pop
Swedish electric vehicle (EV) battery maker Northvolt, once hailed as Europe’s trailblazer in the mission to break Asia’s dominance in sustainable battery production, has met a grim fate: bankruptcy. Founded in 2016 with ambitions as lofty as the Arctic skies above its northern Sweden production sites, Northvolt seemed to embody a bold new European industrial […]
All-new electric Toyota C-HR+ unveiled
In a world increasingly dominated by electrification, Toyota has made yet another electrified bold move with the unveiling of their all-new C-HR+, an all-electric SUV designed to lead their EV lineup with style and innovation. Touted as a “core model,” the C-HR+ delivers on its promise of versatility, practicality, and sheer electric power. Here’s an […]
World’s first featherweight EV
Longbow (first-ever British electric sports car manufacturer) has unveiled the world’s first Featherweight Electric Vehicle (FEV), carving a unique niche in the automotive world with their ultra-lightweight electric sportscars, the Speedster and Roadster. This British automaker aims to deliver a driving experience that hails back to the golden eras of motoring, while embracing the future […]
Brits love Omoda & Jaecoo
In an automotive landscape filled with established players and fierce competition, the dual-brand powerhouse OMODA & JAECOO is rewriting the rulebook on how to break into the market successfully. Having only launched in the UK as recently as September 2024 (OMODA) and January 2025 (JAECOO), the brands have registered a staggering 2,561 car sales year-to-date […]
MAXing Out Value – LDV T60 MAX Plus Review
Few segments radiate with Kiwi new car buyers like Utes. Something to tow the boat, something for work, or something tough to transport your nearest and dearest, both of the human and animal fraternity, you really are spoiled for choice. It’s even more so these days with relative newcomers LDV joining the fray. LDV’s back […]
60 years since Honda’s first F1 victory
2025 marks a key milestones that underscored Honda’s impressive and enduring legacy in motorsports and automotive innovation. This year the Japanese powerhouse celebrates 60 years since its first Formula One victory and nearly 40 years of the Grand Prix Edition Honda Civic in Australia. Honda’s impressive evolution, from its early foray into F1 racing in […]
From Paris with love – Jaguar Type 00 spotted in the wild
Fashionistas, and car fanatics of all persuasions, take a moment to appreciate Jaguar’s latest contribution to the world of “what the hell is actually happening in car design these days”: the Type 00. Yes, you read that correctly, the Type 00—a matte aquamarine dream (or nightmare, depending on your loyalty to function-over-form) that stormed onto […]
California just got grander – 2025 VW Grand California
Volkswagen is inviting adventurers to embrace 2025 with their revamped Grand California motorhome – a mobile sanctuary that elegantly blends technology, comfort, and style. This updated camper van combines clever design with cutting-edge tech upgrades to ensure every journey feels like home on the go. The enhancements begin with a modernised dashboard and digital cockpit, […]
Leadership changes at Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. recently unveiled significant changes to its senior leadership team as part of its ongoing efforts to achieve short- and mid-term goals while laying the foundation for long-term growth. These changes, announced on March 11, 2025, take effect on April 1, 2025, and include a refreshed executive lineup aimed at strengthening operations […]
BMW M and Shell Extend Partnership
Having already completed a successful decade together, the two brands are looking into the future!