2026 Audi Q4 e-tron – Smarter, Sharper and Ready to Give Power Back
Audi’s refreshed 2026 Q4 e-tron tightens the gap between everyday usability and premium EV tech, longer range, faster charging, an all-new digital cabin and the brand’s first bidirectional charging capability make it a genuinely more versatile compact electric SUV for real life. Why this mattersThe update isn’t just a facelift. Audi aimed this upgrade at […]
New JAC T9 PHEV Ute embarks on a proper Kiwi thrashing
New Zealand drivers keen on a rugged, efficient workhorse have something new to watch, JAC has started pre-launch testing of its T9 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Ute across New Zealand, putting the vehicle through hundreds of hours and a full gamut of Kiwi conditions from tarmac and gravel to mud, snow and river crossings. The move […]
GWM’s ‘5 Step’ Coffee Pilot Intelligent Driving System explained
Imagine a future where your car doesn’t just take you from A to B, but actively assists, anticipates, and even learns your driving habits. This future is rapidly becoming a reality with GWM’s Coffee Pilot (CP) intelligent driving system, an ambitious roadmap of AI agents designed to transform your journey. From basic cruise control to […]
Toyota’s GR Yaris Gets Track-Ready Aero Treatment – What is it and how much?
Toyota New Zealand has added a focused, motorsport-derived option to the GR Yaris line-up: the Aero Performance Package, a limited-run set of aerodynamic upgrades and driver-focused tweaks designed to sharpen stability, airflow management and driver feedback on both road and track. Priced from $61,990 driveaway and available to pre-order now in New Zealand, this package […]
Honda Prelude Returns to New Zealand -2026 Price and Specs
Honda has officially brought back the Prelude to New Zealand showrooms on 1 May 2026, reviving a celebrated coupe nameplate with a modern hybrid drivetrain, sharper driver engagement, and clean, contemporary styling. This return blends Honda’s e:HEV two-motor hybrid technology with new driver-focused features designed to make the Prelude both efficient and fun to drive. […]
Toyota Still New Zealand’s Most Trusted Car Brand – 21 Years Running (and Counting)
Toyota has just secured the top spot in Reader’s Digest New Zealand’s Most Trusted Car Brand for the 21st year in a row, a streak that speaks to more than just marketing, but to long-term reliability, local presence and a clear multi-pathway approach to lower-emission driving. Why Kiwis Keep Picking ToyotaKiwi owners voted in a […]
The ID. Polo is finally here, and it might be a big shift for VW
After years of teasing affordable electric cars, Volkswagen has finally pulled the covers off something that I was personally very keen on seeing: the all-new ID. Polo. And unlike a lot of other concepts we’ve been shown before, this one looks pretty much market ready and good to go. The Polo name carries some serious […]
Freelander 8 Unveiled in China (and it’s kind of a Chery)
The Freelander name is back, reimagined as a premium, technology-forward SUV aimed at global markets, and the production‑intent Freelander 8 has just made its global debut in China. The reborn brand is a joint venture between Chery and Jaguar Land Rover, with the vehicle built at Chery Jaguar Land Rover’s Changshu plant, signalling a cross‑continental […]
80 Years In, Vespa Revisits the Archives with New Editions
There’s a tendency for anniversary editions to lean heavily on nostalgia and little else. Vespa’s 80 year milestone avoids that trap by introducing new models scaffolded in actual history, a surrounding line of accessories and plenty to talk about. April 23rd, 1946 marks the official birth of Vespa, when the first scooters rolled out of […]
GWM’s Multi-verse
Following its prominent display at AutoChina 2026, GWM hosted a media briefing at its R&D Centre in Baoding, China, to further explain the foundational technological pillars and strategic vision underpinning its next generation of vehicles. Nicole Wu, CTO of GWM, presented a comprehensive overview of the company’s advancements, signaling a transformative trajectory in smart mobility. […]