Cardle of the Day for Tuesday 30 June 2026
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up one of the most unlikely performance saloons ever to wear a mainstream badge — and it took us until clue five to nail it.
JLR Signals Confidence in China as European Premium Rivals Struggle
While BMW and Porsche have faced significant headwinds in China, JLR used its June 2026 investor day to strike an optimistic tone about its prospects in the world’s largest car market.
Land Rover Classic Adds 110 Double Cab Pick-Up to ‘Colour-Changing’ Defender Range
A single client’s commission of four matching colour-changing Classic Defender V8s has prompted Land Rover Classic to open up two new body styles — including the long-admired 110 Double Cab Pick-Up — to its Works Bespoke customisation programme.
Polestar and University of Oxford Launch Study to Measure the Thrill of Driving
Polestar has partnered with the SDG Impact Lab at the University of Oxford to conduct scientific research into whether the physical and neurological experience of driving excitement can be measured and analysed.
Volkswagen NZ Confirm Polo is returning to New Zealand this September
Small hatchbacks may have become an endangered species in New Zealand, but one of the segment’s biggest names is preparing for a welcome comeback. After disappearing from Volkswagen New Zealand’s showroom in 2022, the Volkswagen Polo is set to return later this year, giving Kiwi buyers another stylish European option in the compact car market. […]
Stellantis, Lotus and Mercedes-Benz Among Brands Reinstating V8 Engines as Regulations Soften
A combination of buyer reluctance around electric vehicles and a more permissive regulatory environment in the United States is prompting a wave of V8 revivals across the automotive industry.
BMW M4 GT3 EVO Wins Gold Cup at Spa 24 Hours as Overall Challenge Falls Short
ROWE Racing’s BMW M4 GT3 EVO claimed Gold Cup honours at a gruelling 24 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, though BMW’s bid for overall victory failed to materialise despite strong driver and team performances.
New Series! Cardle of the Day
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up a Maranello masterpiece — and it took five clues before we were ready to commit.
Z Energy Opens First Destination Public EV Charging Site at Auckland’s WestCity Shopping Centre
Z Energy has launched its first off-forecourt public EV charging site at WestCity Shopping Centre in Waitākere, marking a shift in how the fuel retailer is building out its charging network.
Suzuki Adds DR150 to Its Farm Bike Line-up for New Zealand Rural Riders
Suzuki New Zealand has introduced the DR150, a lightweight, air-cooled motorcycle developed specifically for farm work and rural property use.