Ice, Electricity, and Evolution – The BMW i3 Neue Klasse Takes Shape in Sweden
In the far north of Sweden, where frozen lakes stretch into the horizon and the air itself seems engineered for extremes, BMW is finalizing what may become one of its most defining EVs yet: the fully electric BMW i3 Neue Klasse sedan. As prototypes carve across the icy testing grounds of Arjeplog, engineers are putting […]
Mazda’s Best-Seller Levels Up – Specs for the All-New CX-5 Range for NZ
Mazda has released spec details of the all-new third-generation CX-5 for New Zealand, bringing with it a striking redesign, upgraded tech, and a premium-on-wheels driving experience that builds on the SUV’s long-standing reputation as a Kiwi favourite. Set to launch in the second half of 2026, the new CX-5 arrives with four sharply distinguished grades […]
The Pantera Editions Arrive – CUPRA’s Most Striking Models Yet
CUPRA New Zealand has dropped the curtain on something special, and something noticeably darker. The newly unveiled Pantera Editions bring an exclusive, sharpened identity to four of the brand’s most popular performance models: the Formentor V, Formentor VZ, Leon V Sportstourer, and Leon VZ Sportstourer. With stricter limits on availability and a raft of factory-fitted […]
Black Badge Turns Ten – How Rolls‑Royce Redefined Modern Rebellion
Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars is celebrating a milestone that reshaped the trajectory of modern luxury, the tenth anniversary of Black Badge, the brand’s daring alter ego that first appeared in 2016 and forever changed what a Rolls‑Royce could represent. More than a trim level or special edition, Black Badge became a philosophy, one that challenged long‑held […]
BMW Group Brings Humanoid Robots to Germany in a High‑Tech Leap Forward
The future of automotive manufacturing just pulled up to the factory floor, and it walks on two legs. BMW Group has officially launched its first European pilot programme integrating humanoid robots into real‑world vehicle production, kicking off at the company’s Leipzig plant. This is no sci‑fi spectacle. It’s part of BMW’s growing focus on “Physical […]
GWM NZ release specs and price of TANK 300 Hi4-T PHEV
The off‑road world is about to get a serious jolt, quite literally. GWM NZ has officially confirmed the full specifications and pricing for the all‑new Tank 300 Hi4‑T Plug‑In Hybrid (PHEV), and it’s poised to make a seismic impact on New Zealand’s SUV scene. Offered in two variants, Lux and Ultra, the Tank 300 PHEV […]
RIP Jim Moylan – Ford’s arrow inventor that’s saved countless embarrassments
The automotive world lost one of its quiet geniuses late last year. Jim Moylan, the Ford engineer behind the now‑ubiquitous fuel‑gauge arrow, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Naples, Florida, at age 80. His invention is so seamlessly integrated into daily driving that millions of people consult it without ever wondering who put it […]
BAIC in NZ – Pickups, Hybrids, and the Arcfox Timeline – What We Learned
Simon Rutherford Talks Hybrids, Off‑Road DNA & What’s Coming Next Auto Distributor Holdings’ CEO Simon Rutherford has laid out an ambitious and surprisingly transparent roadmap for BAIC and Arcfox in New Zealand, a plan that blends rugged heritage, hybrid practicality, and a push toward future‑proof tech. In classic Armstrongs fashion, the focus is on capability, […]
BAIC Arrives in NZ with Bold Vision, New SUVs, and Strong Local Backing
BAIC’s official arrival in New Zealand has been celebrated with high energy, heartfelt speeches, and a clear message: the Chinese automotive giant is here to stay, and to grow. With dignitaries, business leaders, and government representatives gathered in Auckland, the launch marks a significant milestone for New Zealand’s automotive landscape and signals deeper economic ties […]
Škoda Unleashes Dragon Skin for the Octavia vRS
Škoda UK is kicking off the Octavia’s 30th anniversary celebrations in true fan‑powered style, unveiling a daring new paint finish named Dragon Skin, a colour chosen directly by the brand’s followers across social media platforms. The bold new hue will soon join the Octavia vRS lineup, bringing an extra layer of attitude to Škoda’s performance‑focused […]