Swindon Powertrain and Walkinshaw TWG – The Power Duo Behind Toyota’s Supercars Debut
As Toyota prepares to storm into the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship with the all‑new GEN3 GR Supra, a powerhouse partnership has emerged behind the scenes, one that blends British engineering pedigree with iconic Australian motorsport muscle. Swindon Powertrain, a name steeped in race‑winning heritage, has been appointed the official engine partner for Walkinshaw TWG Racing, […]
FULL SEND for CSR2 with Bentley Supersports #199
Bentley has always been synonymous with luxury, craftsmanship, and unapologetic performance, but its latest collaboration pushes that prestige into the palms of millions of mobile gamers worldwide. With the introduction of the Bentley Supersports #199 from the action‑packed “FULL SEND” film into CSR2, Bentley and Zynga’s NaturalMotion studio are giving fans a rare chance to […]
No Yoke – New Lexus RZ goes steering-by wire
Lexus has kicked off 2026 in electrifying fashion with the arrival of the all‑new Lexus RZ in New Zealand, introducing a bold new take on luxury EV motoring. Fresh from its first public appearance at the ASB Classic, the updated RZ range brings advanced performance, next‑generation steering technology and a renewed focus on driver engagement, […]
New Zealand Overhauls Graduated Driver Licensing System – What Drivers Need to Know
New Zealand’s Graduated Driver Licensing System (GDLS) is getting its biggest shake-up since 2011, with the Government announcing a suite of reforms aimed at making licensing cheaper, simpler, and more aligned with international best practice. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says the changes are designed to modernise a system that has become “expensive, outdated and no […]
2026 BMW X1 and X2 updated with X1 getting a PHEV
BMW Australia is gearing up for a landmark mid-2026 refresh of its popular X1 and X2 model ranges, bringing with it new powertrains, cleaner emissions tech, smarter electrification, and a higher baseline of standard equipment. Most notably, the lineup now welcomes the X1 xDrive25e plug-in hybrid (PHEV), a significant addition that broadens BMW’s electrified portfolio […]
BAIC Accelerates into New Zealand with X55 and B30
New Zealand’s SUV market is about to welcome a bold new contender as BAIC, one of China’s longest-standing automotive manufacturers, officially launches its first models on Kiwi soil. Backed by more than 68 years of engineering expertise and a footprint spanning over 90 global markets, BAIC’s arrival marks a significant expansion for the brand, and […]
Andrew Gao takes GWM ANZ helm
GWM has kicked off 2026 with a major leadership shake‑up for our part of the world, announcing Andrew Gao as the new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, a move that signals big things ahead for the fast‑growing brand. Gao steps into the role after nearly 15 years with GWM, including a decade‑plus embedded […]
New Jaguar GT’s got chills that are electrifying
Jaguar is embracing the deep freeze as its all‑electric luxury four-door GT prototypes take on the Arctic Circle, facing brutal temperatures as low as –40°C. It’s all part of the most demanding development programme in Jaguar’s history, a global validation push designed to sculpt the most powerful and technically advanced Jaguar road car ever built. […]
Tudor Watches Partners with HERO-ERA as Official Timekeeper
When two brands built on heritage, precision, and a spirit of adventure join forces, the result is a partnership that feels not only natural but inevitable. That’s exactly the case with the newly announced alliance between Tudor Watches and HERO-ERA, the world’s leading historic endurance rally platform. The three-year partnership sees Tudor become the Official […]
Mazda CX-5 hits 5 Million Units
Mazda has kicked off 2026 with a milestone worthy of celebration, the Mazda CX-5 has officially surpassed five million units in global production and sales, cementing its place as one of the brand’s most influential nameplates. Announced by Mazda Motor Corporation, the achievement positions the CX-5 alongside the legendary Mazda323 and Mazda3 as only the […]