Mini Cooper S Convertible Review – The Joy of Driving, Amplified
There are few cars on sale today that evoke as much pure driving joy as the Mini, and fewer still that double down on that emotional appeal with a folding roof. The new Mini Cooper S Convertible, in Favoured trim, does just that. It combines everyday usability with go-kart handling, stylish flair, and a well-judged […]
Mercedes-Benz’s Electric VLE Makes 1,100km Trip to Rome with 30 min Break
The great European road trip. It’s the stuff of dreams: winding Alpine passes, sweeping autobahns, and navigating the beautifully chaotic streets of an ancient city. But doing it in an electric vehicle? For many, that dream is still punctuated by the nagging hum of range anxiety. Well, Mercedes-Benz might have just silenced that hum for […]
Bentley’s New Wing Bling – More Falcon, Less Fluff
Hold onto your tweed caps, because Bentley, the grand old dame of British motoring, has done the unthinkable. No, they haven’t fitted a hatchback to the Continental GT. They’ve changed the logo. In the notoriously slow-moving world of century-old luxury brands, fiddling with the crown jewels is the equivalent of a corporate earthquake, and this […]
Omoda Unleashes a 395kW Hybrid Heavyweight for Under $70k
Just when you thought you had the Kiwi SUV market figured out, a new-ish player kicks the door down, turns the music up, and starts pouring drinks. OMODA JAECOO, the fresh-faced brand that’s been making waves, is now throwing its flagship into the ring. Say hello to the Omoda 9 SHS, a large, luxurious SUV […]
Ferrari’s New Amalfi – The Pointier, Angrier Roma
So you thought the Ferrari Roma was the prettiest Prancing Horse in the stable? A glorious return to elegant, front-engined GT form? Well, Ferrari basically said, “Hold my grappa,” and promptly replaced it. Say ciao to the Ferrari Amalfi, a car that takes the drop-dead gorgeous Roma concept and sharpens it, both literally and figuratively. […]
Range Rover Dives Headfirst into the Void with New Sport SV Black Edition
When it comes to automotive aesthetics, “murdered-out” is a well-trodden path. A bit of black trim here, some dark wheels there, and you’re good to go. But Land Rover’s special ops division has looked at the trend, scoffed, and decided to take it to its absolute, light-devouring extreme. Enter the new Range Rover Sport SV […]
Ford CEO’s Brutal Warning As China Dominates
Forget polite corporate rivalry. This is a five-alarm fire ripping through the halls of Detroit, and Ford’s own CEO is holding the megaphone. In a stunningly candid interview, Ford CEO Jim Farley admitted that the rise of China’s electric vehicle industry was “the most humbling thing I’ve ever seen”. Speaking at the Aspen Ideas Summit, […]
Y are Gen Z crash rates climbing – and how Street Smart can help
There’s a concerning paradox on our roads. Globally, Gen Z are getting their licences later and less often, yet their crash statistics are climbing alarmingly. In New Zealand, the numbers paint a stark picture, while young drivers make up only 13% of licence holders, they were involved in 30% of serious injury crashes and over […]
Pūhoi to Warkworth Motorway Officially Hits Kiwi Superhighway Speeds
Fire up the engine and get ready to stretch your car’s legs. For what feels like an eternity, Kiwi drivers have been waiting for more roads to reflect modern engineering capabilities. The wait is now over for the magnificent stretch of tarmac between Pūhoi and Warkworth. As of the 1st of July 2025 (so now), […]
City Slicker Special – Mercedes-Benz Unveils New EQA and EQB City Editions
Mercedes-Benz is bringing a fresh dose of electric sophistication to the urban sprawl (alas Not New Zealand we’re told) dropping the covers on its new EQA and EQB 250+ City Edition models. Tailored specifically for the rhythm and demands of city life, these all-electric siblings blend confident style with a clever equipment package, all while […]