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The fifth-generation BMW X5 adopts the brand’s new design language and will be offered with petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric, and eventually hydrogen powertrains from the same platform.
Ford has brought back hundreds of experienced engineers over the past three years after discovering that AI systems, without deep human expertise to train them, were not enough to resolve the company’s persistent vehicle quality issues.
While seemingly not as EV focused as some other manufacturers, BMW still maintains a solid lineup with plug-in capability, from PHEVs (Plug in Hybrid Electric
The prestigious Italian marque remains one of the oldest active carmakers in history!
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.
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.
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 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.
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
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.
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.
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up a Maranello masterpiece — and it took five clues before we were ready to commit.
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 New Zealand has introduced the DR150, a lightweight, air-cooled motorcycle developed specifically for farm work and rural property use.
ANCAP’s latest round of safety testing awards five-star ratings to the Toyota Hilux BEV, Subaru Trailseeker, and Subaru Uncharted, while the BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupé fall just short with four stars.
Defending WRC3 champion Matteo Fontana claimed victory at EKO Acropolis Rally Greece, strengthening his position at the top of the WRC3 standings at the halfway point of the 2026 season.
Sometimes, a brand’s legacy becomes so iconic that it deserves a place among the heavens. That’s exactly what Maserati has done with its audacious new
It’s been 8 years since the last Q3 and the new model is now here but is it too good for its own good?
BMW has released five short films for its second innovation campaign, using humour to demonstrate driver-assistance, voice, charging, and entertainment features in the iX3 and i7.
Toyota New Zealand is celebrating six decades of operation in 2026, having grown from a modest Christchurch assembly plant into the country’s dominant vehicle brand.
Bentley took over several Tokyo landmarks across multiple days to introduce the new Continental GT S and Supersports to the Japanese market.
Mercedes-Benz Opens Its Most Exciting Urban Space Yet in Sydney Sydney’s about to get a whole lot more luxurious. Mercedes-Benz Australia is bringing its bold
Another Day, Another Automaker Exits Stage Left Remember when Polestar was quietly making waves in the American EV market? Well, those days are officially over.
If you’ve been wondering what the future flagship of Škoda looks like, wonder no more. The wraps have officially come off the all-new Škoda Peaq,
How far can a tank of fuel really take you? Nissan New Zealand reckons a lot further than you might think. To mark the shortest
A Partnership Built on Precision, Innovation, and Ocean Passion In the world of competitive sailing, few partnerships have proven as enduring and successful as the
The Bugatti W16 Mistral ‘Le Retour du Jeune Prince’ is a bespoke creation inspired by a customer’s literary narrative, blending lunar motifs with the brand’s signature craftsmanship.
OMEGA, the official timekeeper of the Olympic and Paralympic Games since 1932, continues to play a pivotal role in sports timing technology.
Bentley Motors has launched a new public-facing visitor experience in Crewe, offering guided tours of its heritage-rich CW1 House and Lineage exhibition.
Ford Just Made Vehicle Ownership Way Less Stressful If you’re in the market for a new Ford Ranger or Everest, Ford New Zealand just handed
The fifth-generation BMW X5 completes its final calibration drives at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg in the USA, marking a pivotal step toward production and introducing five drive system technologies.
Bugatti Geneva officially opens its new showroom in Geneva, marking a significant step in expanding its presence in the region.
OMEGA has unveiled a new timepiece inspired by the James Bond film *No Time to Die* and the upcoming video game *007 First Light*, designed in collaboration with IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios.
And we got to meet it When it comes to high-performance motoring, change is often met with skepticism. We’ve seen it before, the shift from
Tarmac Life TV Show Roars Into Season 3 on SKY Channel 83 – Bigger Cars, Bigger Adventures, Bigger Stories. Season 3 Airs Every Thursday at
More Than Just a Logo on a Jersey When a vehicle brand and a regional rugby union shake hands, you might think it’s just another
From little acorns, giant oaks do grow. Such a saying could aptly describe the origins of AMG, the now iconic performance arm of Mercedes-Benz, though
Stellantis Pro One has unveiled the Smart Compact Van, a new entry-level trim sitting underneath the standard Compact Van range and sold under four separate
Tissues at the ready With the autoworld arguably now obsessed with digital nannies and autonomous driving, Boreham Motorworks has done something genuinely audacious, created a
Škoda has just dropped the curtain on something rather special, a sneak peek at the interior design of its all-new electric seven-seater flagship, the Škoda
There’s a particular moment in automotive journalism when a car is so monumentally brilliant that words simply fail you. Chris Harris, one of the industry’s
“Revolutionary drive system”, “Pioneering innovation.”, and “New chapter in our history.” are phrases we see all too often in the press releases we get as
More Than Just a Station Wagon Forget everything you thought you knew about estate cars. The fifth-generation Audi A6 allroad isn’t your grandpa’s family hauler,
The Motor Trade Association has delivered a stark message to the Government in its latest review: the proposed changes to vehicle Warrant of Fitness inspections
From the world’s first automobile to the world’s most advanced luxury sedan, Mercedes-Benz marked a significant milestone in New Zealand this today, celebrating 140 years
The EV Revolution Just Got Affordable If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to jump into electric vehicles without breaking the bank, today’s your
BMW Motorrad has officially expanded its legendary GS adventure family in New Zealand with the arrival of the all-new BMW F 450 GS, a motorcycle
What happens when a Czech automaker decides to push an electric SUV to its absolute limits? Škoda’s latest flagship model, the Peaq, has just completed
BMW just dropped something genuinely exciting at the 24 Hours of Le Mans: the BMW M Concept Neue Klasse, a radical reimagining of what a
I consider myself to be an untreated, unmitigated car person, but I’m also finding myself to be a car industry person as well. As much
Not all hero’s wear capes – Sylvester wears a canopy When it comes to volunteer rescue work, there are heroes, and then there’s Anton Romirer,
The Art of Getting Your Mark on the Biggest Stage Remember when you were a kid and dreamed of seeing your artwork displayed somewhere epic?
Bentley Motors has just unveiled one of the most significant developments in its storied history – a state-of-the-art Paint Shop that represents far more than
Momentum Building as ADHL Accelerates Growth Trajectory Auto Distribution Holdings is hitting the throttle hard at this year’s Fieldays, showcasing an impressive portfolio of vehicle
When JAC rolled into Fieldays last year with a bold orange prototype, they weren’t just showing off. They were listening. And after twelve months of
Audi has unveiled the third generation of the Audi Q7, a vehicle that promises to redefine what a premium family SUV can achieve. After more
GWM is making waves at this year’s Fieldays with an impressive Sales Stadium activation that’s sure to turn heads. One of NZ’s leading Chinese automotive
Subaru New Zealand has announced the arrival of the all-new Subaru Trailseeker. The cutting-edge electric SUV will join New Zealand’s automotive market in September 2026,
The world’s first diesel plug-in hybrid ute is heading Kiwi-side, and it’s set to shake up the dual-cab market. After months of anticipation, Chery has
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