Cardle of the Day – Thursday 2 Jul 2026
Thursday’s Cardle puzzle served up one of Britain’s most overlooked post-war sports cars — and it took until clue five to crack it.
GAC AION UT Review – Big Style, Smart Tech and Compact Urban EV Appeal
It’s no secret that Chinese car manufacturers have found their stride. What started as value-focused offerings has rapidly evolved into a genuine challenge for the established automotive giants. Every month it seems that another impressive electric vehicle arrives, and the latest contender, the GAC AION UT, is perhaps one of the most interesting yet. Rather […]
Land Rover Adds Landmark Edition to Refreshed Discovery Line-Up
Land Rover has introduced the Discovery Landmark edition, a new mid-range variant sitting between the entry-level S and the flagship Tempest, bringing exclusive Tasman Blue paint and a range of distinctive design details.
Škoda Peaq Takes Over as Tour de France Race Director’s Car for the First Time
Škoda has built a heavily modified version of its new all-electric Peaq SUV to serve as the Tour de France race director’s mobile command centre, introducing a reversed panoramic roof and a bespoke communications system among its many changes.
Mazda CX-5, MG MGS6 EV, BMW X3 and Cupra Formentor Earn 5-Star ANCAP Ratings
Four SUVs spanning petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid and fully electric powertrains have each achieved five-star ANCAP safety ratings under the organisation’s 2023–2025 testing criteria.
Cardle of the Day — Wednesday 1 July 2026
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up one of the most recognisable silhouettes in automotive history — and we still needed five clues to be sure.
Sony’s digital future has a physical problem
Sony has confirmed that physical disc production for new PlayStation games will end from January 2028, meaning new releases on PlayStation consoles will be sold through the PlayStation Store and through retailers in digital formats only. Existing games, and titles already due to release on disc before that point are not affected. Sony says the […]
Michelin Guide Arrives in New Zealand With 15 Starred Restaurants Across Four Cities
The inaugural Michelin Guide New Zealand 2026 has recognised 110 restaurants across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, marking the guide’s first entry into Oceania.
Choyce – Google Maps Adds Kiwi Voice That Correctly Pronounces Māori Place Names
Google Maps has introduced a new navigation voice for New Zealand users that speaks English with a Kiwi accent and accurately pronounces indigenous Māori place names, developed in partnership with the Māori Language Commission.