MG QS awarded 5-star ANCAP safety rating
MG Motor New Zealand has announced that its all-new seven-seat MG QS has achieved a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, underscoring MG’s continued commitment to safety, innovation and value for Kiwi families. Available in dealerships nationwide, the MG QS has been designed from the ground up with families in mind. As a true 7-seater SUV – […]
Kiwi Drivers Embrace Tech as Collision Claims Drop
Modern safety tech is changing how we drive – but there’s a catch Picture this: you’re reversing into a tight park on Great South Road (Auckland’s collision capital, apparently), your palms are sweaty, and suddenly your car beeps, flashing warnings on the dashboard. Welcome to the world of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, or ADAS, the […]
The Art of Ultimate Vehicle Bespoking – Inside Rolls-Royce’s Mobile Bespoke Studio
Let’s get one thing straight, Rolls-Royce stands apart as the ultimate expression of automotive individuality. So when the marque’s Mobile Bespoke Studio recently touched down in Auckland for an exclusive one-day engagement, we grabbed the opportunity for a rare glimpse into a world where the phrase “bespoke luxury” takes on entirely new dimensions, a place […]
All-New Nissan Navara Global Launch – Nissan design, locally tuned
The air in Adelaide was thick with anticipation as Nissan pulled the covers off its next-generation Navara – (metaphorically speaking of course, as the event was massive). 40 Years In The Making, the All-New 2026 Nissan Navara Is Finally Here. For four decades, the Nissan Navara has been a cornerstone of worksites, a trusty companion […]
BAIC is Coming – A New Off-Road Focused SUV Brand is Landing in NZ
Just when you thought the Kiwi automotive landscape couldn’t get any more interesting, another major global player is set to make its mark. Armstrong’s, one of New Zealand’s largest and most respected automotive groups, has just announced it will be bringing the BAIC brand to our shores. Pronounced ‘Baik’, BAIC is a Chinese automotive giant […]
Phew, man still better than machine in A2RL Autonomous racing
Let’s all breathe a collective, slightly nervous, sigh of relief. For now, in the high-stakes, high-speed battle between human intuition and cold, hard artificial intelligence, flesh and blood still has the edge. But mate, the gap is closing, and it’s closing fast. The scene was the Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League, A2RL, an event that […]
First Look at the All-New Mercedes-Benz GLB
Mercedes-Benz is no stranger to building desirable SUVs, but its latest creation, the all-new GLB, seems poised to redefine the compact segment entirely. Before its official world premiere on December 8, 2025, Mercedes is giving us a tantalising glimpse into a vehicle engineered to offer a “Welcome Home” feeling, even in the most hostile environments […]
Dirty Dozen – New-Gen Toyota Hilux out to Reclaim its Crown
For nearly half a century, the Toyota Hilux has been more than just a ute in New Zealand; it’s a national institution. It’s the unbreakable workhorse on the farm, the dependable partner on the construction site, and the rugged companion for weekend adventures into the wild. Its legacy is etched into the Kiwi landscape, built […]
Munich’s BMW Museum will ‘bowl’ you over
The name BMW conjures images of performance, innovation, and pure driving pleasure. But to truly understand the soul of the Bavarian marque, you have to go to the source. In Munich, right next to the brand’s iconic “four-cylinder” headquarters, sits a temple to its storied past and exciting future: the BMW Museum. It’s an immersive […]
Wankel’s Back – Mazda Vision X-Coupe and X-Compact Redefine the Future of Driving
Mazda has pulled the covers off two stunning vision models, the performance-oriented MAZDA VISION X-COUPE and the AI-driven MAZDA VISION X-COMPACT, proving that the thrill of driving and a sustainable future can, and will, coexist under Mazda’s guiding theme – “The Joy of Driving Fuels a Sustainable Tomorrow”. And as if that wasn’t enough, they […]