PHEV BMW FTW? – BMW X3 30e xDrive PHEV Review
Whichever way you swing it, you cannot deny just how prevalent plug-in hybrids are now. The concept provides a solid middle ground between zero emission silent running and internal combustion with the ICE unit coming to play when needed to generate power for the batteries. BMW is certainly no stranger to this with most of […]
Return to Defender – Land Rover Defender 110 D300 SE Review
One can’t quite believe the current Land Rover Defender has been with us for half a decade already. The analogue icon was reimagined with bang-up to date off road technology and the latest infotainment toys and refinement. With numerous appearances in recent pop culture and its penchant for occupying the driveways of many who can […]
Plug In Pioneer: 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander VRX PHEV
The Outlander paved the way for PHEVs, a legacy now under threat from cheaper alternatives, can it still hold its own in 2025?
Namedroppin’ – MG MGS5 Review
MG has been on a steady upward curve for a while, and as someone that has driven pretty much every single car in their lineup, it is easy to see the improvements, even when doing facelifts and refreshes. So we naturally wonder how it would be with a new model, and that’s what we have […]
The Tech-Laden IM6 Premium EV – First Drive NZ
The New Zealand new car market is getting another new jolt of electric excitement, but this time it’s coming from a familiar family. MG New Zealand has officially pulled the covers off its new, premium stablemate, IM Motors. Short for “Intelligent Motion,” the brand is making its Kiwi debut under the MG umbrella, promising a […]
Mini to the Max: 2025 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works All4 Review
Mini’s hot new Countryman JCW might be the brand’s most characterful version yet.
Big Body, Bigger Value – Chery Tiggo 8 Review
When a brand offers a 7-seater SUV and claims to cover the family, commuting and weekend-escape duties in one package, it’s easy to be skeptical. After spending time with the Chery Tiggo 8, however, I found myself pleasantly surprised by how it delivers on that promise. It may not carry the gloss of premium brands, […]
Tailored for the Task – VW Tayron Tarmac Test
Not too long ago, I attended the launch and first drive of the new Volkswagen Tayron, and while there, my biggest takeaway was that VW had gotten a two for one in making their lineup easier to understand while also improving the product offering. Now, after spending more time with the entry-level version of their […]
Cupra Tavascan V & VZ First Drive Review – Spanish Obsession
For the past year, Cupra New Zealand has been on a mission of refinement. Their goal, as they put it, was to rationalize their range, ensuring every model is a pure expression of the brand’s core tenets: bold design, cutting-edge tech, and a driver-first experience. This isn’t a brand that designs by committee or softens […]
2025 Audi A5 Avant S-Line PHEV Review – The Perfect Quattro?
The search for the perfect car often feels like a quest for a mythical creature. We want a vehicle that’s stylish but practical, thrilling to drive but frugal on fuel, and packed with technology without being overly complex. It’s a delicate balance that few manufacturers ever truly master. Enter the 2025 Audi A5 Avant Plug-in […]