Toyota brings the Celica back to the WRC with two teams and six drivers for 2027
What does a team do after six manufacturers’ titles in a row? Toyota’s answer is to split in two. Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) will run two separate squads with two different cars when the World Rally Championship’s new regulations arrive in 2027. One squad, Toyota Racing, will debut the GR Celica Rally1, […]
Out of the Park: 2026 Kia Seltos HEV New Zealand Launch & First Drive
Eden Park played host to its first ever car launch, Kia NZ’s super seller, the Seltos.
Nissan Patrol History-Making ‘Muster At Muriwai’
Nissan New Zealand is calling on Patrol owners to join the inaugural ‘Muster at Muriwai’ on Sunday November 15 and be part of history. “We are aiming for the event to be the biggest gathering of Patrols in one place at the same time in New Zealand,” said Sri Padmanabhan, Country Head of Nissan New […]
Subaru NZ adds underfloor spare wheel and towbar options for Trailseeker EV
Ask people who regularly drive out of town what bothers them about EVs, and range is rarely their only worry. Many also want to know where the spare wheel is and whether the car can tow. Subaru New Zealand has now answered both questions for its Trailseeker electric wagon. The local distributor has confirmed two […]
Defender Trophy – Global Finalists Revealed For Epic Adventure
Defender has revealed the finalists for the inaugural Defender Trophy, with competitors from around the world ready to take on the ultimate challenge. The 36 National Winners qualified via ten regional events, with competitors selected from more than 23,000 applicants. With people coming from all walks of life. Astronauts. Filmmakers. Firefighters. Now, they head to […]
Honda’s Next Big Thing – The All-New Avancier – Coming Soon
Honda is getting ready to turn the page, and it looks like the next chapter could be rather interesting. Meet the Avancier, the first model in a new generation of Honda vehicles, and one that promises to give us a glimpse of where the Japanese brand is heading. Honda New Zealand has lifted the covers […]