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We’ve seen a lot of hyperbole in the supercar world, but it would appear that sometimes the marketing actually delivers. Aston Martin’s just dropped the
Mahindra just threw down the gauntlet in the global pickup market. The company has unveiled the Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler, a globally-engineered pickup that’s set to
There is something inherently honest about ice driving. When you strip away the safety nets, turn off the traction control, and leave only the driver
If you thought electric vehicles were solely the domain of Tesla fanboys and Scandinavian minimalists, think again. Qatar is about to launch its first dedicated
BMW will use Monterey Car Week 2026 to stage North American premieres of two concept vehicles, mark 40 years of the M3, and unveil the next chapter of its Kith collaboration.
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up one of the most beloved hot hatches of the 1990s — and it took until clue five to seal the deal.
Formula E has signed a multi-year deal with Sennheiser to integrate professional audio and three-dimensional sound technology across its broadcasts and live events.
Wednesday’s Cardle puzzle served up Lotus’s last petrol sports car, and it made us work for every pixel before giving the game away on clue five.
More EVs, more chargers, fewer excuses New Zealand’s public EV charging network is about to get another shot in the arm, with the Government announcing
Today’s Cardle puzzle put the Jaguar XE through its paces, and it took until clue five before the cat was well and truly out of the bag.
Jaguar has unveiled the inside of the Type 01, revealing an interior that is every bit as radical as the exterior of one of the
A standard-bodied Škoda Octavia RS, tuned to over 600 hp, set a class speed record of 365.45 km/h at the Bonneville Salt Flats in August 2011 — a record the brand still holds today.
Remember when electric cars were all about compromise? Well, BYD’s just thrown that rule book out the window. The all-new Atto 3 Evo has landed
Suzuki has confirmed the 2027 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750 supersport motorcycles, introducing two new colour options and special 40th Anniversary Edition trims for both models.
The Electric Revolution Just Got More Accessible Here’s something that’ll get petrol heads and eco-warriors equally excited: Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand is bringing the all-new
When you’re chasing the automotive holy grail (that sweet spot where cutting-edge technology meets timeless luxury) there’s really only one nameplate that consistently delivers, the
The BMW i4 has been with us for a wee while now. I can remember first testing one back in 2024, and this was around
Today’s Cardle served up one of Japan’s most beloved rear-wheel-drive coupes — and it made us work for every pixel.
Breaking Through Barriers on the Salt Flats In a stunning display of engineering prowess and sustainable innovation, JCB’s hydrogen-powered Hydromax streamliner has shattered expectations on
Google has expanded its Ask Maps feature with agentic capabilities that can order food, search hotels, and display live transit delays, with Gmail integration offering personalised suggestions based on existing reservations.
BMW has begun series production of the fully electric i3 at its historic Munich plant, marking the second Neue Klasse model to enter production and cutting manufacturing costs by a further 10 per cent.
Power Meets Practicality in Mercedes-AMG’s Hottest New Entry If you’ve been waiting for a proper electric performance car that doesn’t compromise on thrills, Mercedes-AMG just
Škoda Auto has started series production of its new Peaq electric SUV at its main Czech plant, sharing a single assembly line with the Octavia, Elroq, and Enyaq.
Bentley’s new Torcal uses a system called the Curation Engine to coordinate lighting, sound, climate, and air quality into four distinct cabin environments designed around occupant mood and wellbeing.
For Waaaay too long, Ute buyers have faced an impossible choice. Want serious towing and off-road grunt? Go diesel. Prefer lower running costs and refinement?
The Hype is Real – And New Zealand Gets It First When a high-performance machine arrives in a market before it even hits European showrooms,
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up a proper British hot hatch — and it took us until clue five to nail it.
MINI has confirmed its first-ever entry in the Rebelle Rally, an all-women off-road navigation competition held across the American West, where it will campaign an as-yet-unnamed new model variant.
Czech modeller Petr Seemann has completed an 18-month project to build a 1:10 scale paper model of the second-generation Škoda Kodiaq Sportline, featuring functional lighting, steerable wheels, and hand-stitched fabric upholstery.
Wednesday’s Cardle puzzle served up one of the most dramatic Lamborghinis ever made — and it made us work for every pixel.
A New Era of Eco-Smart Driving Audi has just dropped something seriously impressive into the New Zealand electric vehicle market. The A2 e-tron isn’t just
Nissan New Zealand has officially opened expressions of interest for the all-new Y63 Patrol, with the next-generation large SUV scheduled to arrive in local showrooms
Maggie Gyllenhaal partners with Genesis to direct a star studded cast in celebration of Marilyn Monroe’s 100th birthday.
Forget about hybrid power, digital screens, and autonomous features, Hennessey has done something genuinely radical, they’ve built a hypercar for people who actually want to
Bentley celebrated eight decades of manufacturing at its Crewe headquarters with a gathering of 107 customer cars and the unveiling of a bespoke one-off Continental GTC finished in an exclusive Purple Supernova Ombré.
Monday’s Cardle puzzle served up one of the most iconic nameplates in performance car history — and it made us sweat through four clues before we got there.
Five Chinese marques featured in New Zealand’s top 15 passenger car brands for July, as new registrations rose 14.8% year on year to 8,736 units.
Yes Friends – The X-TRAIL Just Got EVEN More Interesting The impressive Nissan X-TRAIL range is expanding with two exciting new additions and deals that’ll
How a Chinese Underdog Became a Global Heavyweight A Chinese automaker just quietly achieved what no other Chinese car company has managed before. Chery International
When you think about world-class manufacturing, you probably picture gleaming factories in Germany or Japan. But here’s the thing, one of the most impressive production
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up one of America’s most thunderous muscle cars — and it took until clue five to nail it.
When Carl Benz rolled out the world’s first motorised work van back in 1896, he probably didn’t imagine his creation would still be evolving 130
Saudi Arabia’s national airline Saudia is extending its Formula E partnership by sponsoring a dedicated simulator gaming zone at races in Shanghai, Tokyo, London, and Jeddah.
Saturday’s Cardle puzzle served up the car that invented the hot hatch — and it took until clue five to nail it.
A vehicle that could not be repaired, sold, or licensed has found a second life as a practical education resource at Toyota Kentucky’s 4T Academy programme.
Porsche is reflecting on the 50th anniversary of the 924’s development, a car that began life as a Volkswagen project and went on to reshape the brand’s engineering and commercial direction.
Thursday’s Cardle puzzle kept us guessing through four cryptic clues before the unmistakable silhouette of the Citroen SM finally gave the game away.
A Game-Changing Diesel Engine Rolls Into NZ and Aus This September This is for you Kiwi and Aussie petrolheads (and ute enthusiasts in general). GWM
Škoda New Zealand and the New Zealand Police have just extended their fleet deal, and it’s a refreshing reminder that sometimes the best stories aren’t
GWM Australia is transforming a disused Collingwood petrol station into a free public event on 2 August 2026, with three ORA 5 SUVs supplying all the electricity via Vehicle-to-Load technology.
Suzuki New Zealand has introduced the Jimny Horizon, a special edition of its popular compact 4×4 that bundles over $4,000 worth of accessories into both the three-door and five-door variants.
BMW Group has posted a significant fall in first-half 2026 earnings and announced a workforce restructuring programme as a steep decline in Chinese market sales weighs heavily on the business.
Škoda has turned its attention to Lake Como, highlighting the Italian region’s scenic roads, historic villas, and proximity to Milan and Monza as reasons for car-minded travellers to visit.
Today’s Cardle puzzle served up one of Britain’s most beloved icons, and it took until clue five to finally give the game away.
A major eight-year project to replace and strengthen critical fuel supply infrastructure serving the lower North Island of New Zealand is due to reach full completion later this year.
A team of Indian journalists drove a standard Škoda Kylaq compact SUV from its factory in Pune to Prague over 70 days, covering more than 19,000 kilometres through 13 countries without a single mechanical failure or bodywork scratch.
A camouflaged MINI Countryman special edition is currently being tested across the Rocky Mountains, with a world premiere confirmed for October 2026.
Audi has revealed the Q9, its biggest production vehicle to date, with a 5.31-metre body, seven-seat standard layout, and a V6 diesel powertrain available to order from late July 2026.
While the spotlight at the Australian and New Zealand launch of the all-new BMW iX3 naturally fell on the Neue Klasse SUV itself, BMW used
When you think of automotive manufacturing excellence, you might picture established factories with decades of history, but BMW Group Plant Debrecen evidently didn’t get the
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