Pedal to the Metal (Literally!) – Pedal car race awaits at Goodwood Revival!
Get ready to swap your Bentleys for… well, slightly smaller Austins. The most fiercely contested, and arguably most adorable, race of the Goodwood Revival weekend is offering a prize that’s pure, unadulterated childhood dream fuel. Forget Formula 1 for a moment, folks, because the real high-octane drama (at a considerably lower, and safer, velocity) unfolds […]
The Classic Defender V8 Soft Top Roars Back to Life
Not all legends wear capes—some wear canvas. Prepare to tip your panama hat, or simply roll up your sleeves, as Land Rover Classic has dusted off its toolbox (and perhaps a monocle or two) to resurrect an automotive icon: the Classic Defender V8 Works Bespoke Soft Top. This is not just a revival; it’s a […]
World’s first featherweight EV
Longbow (first-ever British electric sports car manufacturer) has unveiled the world’s first Featherweight Electric Vehicle (FEV), carving a unique niche in the automotive world with their ultra-lightweight electric sportscars, the Speedster and Roadster. This British automaker aims to deliver a driving experience that hails back to the golden eras of motoring, while embracing the future […]
Brits love Omoda & Jaecoo
In an automotive landscape filled with established players and fierce competition, the dual-brand powerhouse OMODA & JAECOO is rewriting the rulebook on how to break into the market successfully. Having only launched in the UK as recently as September 2024 (OMODA) and January 2025 (JAECOO), the brands have registered a staggering 2,561 car sales year-to-date […]
Aston Martin not paying off – 170 jobs go debt’s rise by 43%
In the ever-tightening race toward electrification, Aston Martin, the luxury marque famed for being James Bond’s ride of choice, is boldly driving down the scenic middle road like the quintessential contrarian. As the auto industry leaps into the future of electric vehicles (EVs) with a speed that would make even Q shake his head, Aston […]
None Shall Pass – Snakes Pass (Except Maybe a Few Bikes)
A57 Snake Pass, the UK’s most serpentine stretch of tarmac and a petrolhead’s pilgrimage, is facing an existential crisis. No, it’s not a sudden shortage of overpriced petrol or a plague of speed cameras. It’s geology. Apparently, the ground beneath this beloved ribbon of road is about as stable as a politician’s promise, resulting in […]
OMODA – JAECOO Introduce ‘Super-Hybrid’
OMODA – JAECOO has just unveiled their revolutionary ‘Super Hybrid System’ (SHS), redefining the future of plug-in hybrids in the automotive market. The cutting-edge hybrid platform, built on Chery Group’s third-generation hybrid technology, debuts with the flagship JAECOO 7 SHS, a premium SUV primed to deliver exceptional performance, efficiency, and sustainability. The JAECOO 7 SHS […]
When will the BYD Atto 2 arrive in NZ?
Looking for a budget-friendly electric SUV that doesn’t skimp on space or style? Say hello to the BYD Atto 2. With a starting price of around £25,000, the Atto 2 is poised to challenge rivals like the Vauxhall Frontera and MG ZS EV successor, bringing affordability and practicality to the burgeoning EV market. But when […]
Jaguar’s Bold “Woke” Rebrand Backfires Spectacularly
Jaguar Sales nosedive 27% – A Tyre-Skidding Makeover for the Ages The iconic Jaguar, once a symbol of British automotive luxury, has taken a detour so sharp it may have left its loyal fans suffering from whiplash. In its bid to revamp the brand for the electric age, Jaguar has ditched its growling feline emblem […]
Rolls-Royce NZ$600 million extension
In a move that screams “we’re not just flaunting wealth, we’re redefining it,” Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced a modest little investment of over £300 million to extend its Goodwood manufacturing facility. Yes, you heard that right, 300 million British pounds, or as their clientele likely call it, “the cost of a Tuesday.” This expansion […]