Clean Car Standard to face significant fee reductions amid EV struggles
The New Zealand Government is moving to sharply reduce the fees associated with its Clean Vehicle Standard, in a step it argues is essential to prevent imported car prices from ballooning out of control. Transport Minister Chris Bishop says the changes will help protect consumers from steep cost increases, especially at a time when many […]
The Quiet Confidence of True Luxury – Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d Roadtrip Review
Some cars impress with technology. Others with design. But every now and then, a car lands in your driveway that feels like the product of a deeply experienced brand doing exactly what it does best, with absolute confidence. The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450d is one of the latter. And, with a long trip coming up, I […]
Delivering more than just stuff – LDV Deliver 7 Review
Be it intentionally or not, it seems I have become TarmacLife’s official van reviewer. While Matt’s out there with the new Golf R and Dave is enjoying the Mazda CX-80, I’m spending my week behind the wheel of the LDV Deliver 7. It’s honest work that someone’s gotta do, right? This time, that means a […]
Diesel do just nicely – Holden diesel review
Holden Diesel Review New Zealand Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past couple of years, you’ll have noticed that the face of Holden has changed somewhat. The car brand’s ‘Westieness’ has given way to a more global visage. It’s a mind shift that hasn’t pleased everyone but by dipping into their overseas […]