CUPRA Formentor VZ5 – 5-Cylinder Powerhouse Confirmed For NZ
CUPRA has confirmed what performance enthusiasts in New Zealand have been waiting for: the arrival of the Formentor VZ5, the brand’s most ferocious, emotional, and exclusive combustion model yet. Limited to just 4,000 units worldwide, this flagship performance SUV has finally been engineered in right‑hand drive for the very first time, unlocking availability for New […]
70 Years, Millions Saved – Volvo Unveils the Future of Seatbelts
Volvo has always been synonymous with safety, but 2026 marks an especially historic milestone: 70 years since the company first introduced seatbelt technology that would go on to save millions of lives worldwide. And true to form, Volvo is celebrating not with a look back, but with a thrilling leap forward, the debut of the […]
Kiwis Lose Over Eight Days a Year to Commuting
For many New Zealanders, the daily commute isn’t just a ride, it’s a ritual. Whether it’s the morning rush along Auckland’s motorways or the winding suburban routes of Wellington and Christchurch, the drive to work sets the tone for millions of Kiwi mornings. And according to a new global study from Autotrader, New Zealanders are […]
Jurassic World – Nissan Patrol V8 Review
You tune in today for the latest installment in my narrative arc of moving up Nissan’s SUV hierarchy. Starting with the Nissan X-Trail, stepping into the more grown-up Nissan Pathfinder, and eventually landing here, at the Patrol V8, it might seem like just a progression in size, price, and capability. But, in reality, it feels […]
How the Nissan X‑Trail Became an 8‑Million‑Unit Global Phenomenon
For 25 years, the Nissan X‑Trail has carved out its place as one of the world’s most trusted and best‑loved family adventure SUVs. Since its launch in 2001, more than 8 million units have found homes across 95 countries, making it one of Nissan’s most successful global models and a staple of driveways from Africa […]
Ice, Electricity, and Evolution – The BMW i3 Neue Klasse Takes Shape in Sweden
In the far north of Sweden, where frozen lakes stretch into the horizon and the air itself seems engineered for extremes, BMW is finalizing what may become one of its most defining EVs yet: the fully electric BMW i3 Neue Klasse sedan. As prototypes carve across the icy testing grounds of Arjeplog, engineers are putting […]
Mazda’s Best-Seller Levels Up – Specs for the All-New CX-5 Range for NZ
Mazda has released spec details of the all-new third-generation CX-5 for New Zealand, bringing with it a striking redesign, upgraded tech, and a premium-on-wheels driving experience that builds on the SUV’s long-standing reputation as a Kiwi favourite. Set to launch in the second half of 2026, the new CX-5 arrives with four sharply distinguished grades […]
The Pantera Editions Arrive – CUPRA’s Most Striking Models Yet
CUPRA New Zealand has dropped the curtain on something special, and something noticeably darker. The newly unveiled Pantera Editions bring an exclusive, sharpened identity to four of the brand’s most popular performance models: the Formentor V, Formentor VZ, Leon V Sportstourer, and Leon VZ Sportstourer. With stricter limits on availability and a raft of factory-fitted […]
Dongfeng 007 Long Range Sedan Review – A New Hero EV
With sleek sedan proportions, a technology-forward cabin, and performance credentials that brush up against established sport sedans, the 007 looks determined to make its mark on Kiwi roads, and all at a compelling price point. What’s more, I have to say, it’s a vehicle I wanted to like, especially after my first taste at the […]
Nissan Z Nismo revizit – The GrinZ returnZ
The Nissan Z returnz to my driveway… and honestly, I’m glad it did. Having a second stint with the Nissan Z NISMO revealed even more of its motorsport‑infused personality, peeling back layers I didn’t fully appreciate the first time around. Where my initial encounter left me grinning, this revisit proves the NISsan‑MOtorsport formula has depth […]