Eastern Wind Rising – Dongfeng Expands Rapidly Across New Zealand

Eastern Wind Rising - Dongfeng Expands Rapidly Across New Zealand

Dongfeng Accelerates Its New Zealand Expansion with Fresh Models, New Dealers, and a Clear Mission Dongfeng (pronounced Dong-Fong) is wasting no time in accelerating its presence in New Zealand, following its late‑2023 brand launch and the introduction of its first local model, the Box. Although still new to Kiwi roads, the brand is determined to […]

MINI Fans Unite at Mount Panorama for 60th Anniversary of Historic 1966 Win

MINI Fans Unite at Mount Panorama for 60th Anniversary of Historic 1966 Win

Last weekend, MINI reignited one of Australian motorsport’s greatest stories, celebrating the 60th anniversary of its historic victory at the 1966 Gallaher 500 at Mount Panorama, Bathurst. The original triumph (where the mighty Morris Mini Cooper S, piloted by Australian Bob Holden and Finnish rally icon Rauno Aaltonen, claimed an outright win), remains one of […]

Over $8M Collector’s dream cars going under the hammer at Ayrburn Classic 2026

Over $8M Collector's dream cars going under the hammer at Ayrburn Classic 2026

New Zealand’s collector car world is gearing up for a landmark moment as the inaugural Ayrburn Classic 2026 Auction prepares to open its doors at the picturesque Ayrburn Estate in Queenstown. Hosted by Sunday Drive, this premium automotive event promises to blend rare machinery, curated hospitality, and the excitement of live bidding, an experience designed […]

Leapmotor Accelerates in NZ with Safer, Smarter, More Accessible B10

Leapmotor Accelerates in NZ with Safer, Smarter, More Accessible B10

Leapmotor is rapidly becoming a name New Zealand EV buyers can’t ignore. The Chinese EV innovator has announced a trio of major milestones that put its compact electric SUV, the Leapmotor B10, firmly in the spotlight, earning a coveted 5-star ANCAP safety rating, receiving fresh over-the-air (OTA) software enhancements, and expanding its dealer footprint across […]

Jeep Unleashes the Ultimate V-8 Wrangler – Meet the Willys 392

Jeep Unleashes the Ultimate V-8 Wrangler - Meet the Willys 392

The Jeep Wrangler has long held iconic status, equal parts adventure machine, cultural legend, and mechanical mountain goat. But for 2026, Jeep has turned the dial far past eleven with the reveal of the Wrangler Willys 392, a special‑edition model that fuses classic Willys DNA with the raw power of a modern V‑8. As the […]

The desire is strong – Singer Reimagines the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

The desire is strong - Singer Reimagines the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet

If you thought the world of air‑cooled Porsche reimaginings had reached its peak, Singer’s latest creation (the Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet Reimagined by Singer) arrives to prove there’s still more magic to be found in the beloved Type 964 platform. The California-based atelier has become synonymous with unmatched craftsmanship and obsessive attention to detail, and […]

BMW Alpina – New Badge, New Vision, Same Obsession with Excellence

BMW Alpina - New Badge, New Vision, Same Obsession with Excellence

BMW Stand-alone brand Alpina goes full throttle as they crank up their logo BMW ALPINA is charting a bold new chapter, one that blends its storied past with a fresh, future-focused identity. Following its January 2026 brand activation, the marque has officially stepped forward as an exclusive new brand under the BMW Group umbrella, unveiling […]

Ford New Zealand and Canoe Racing NZ Partnership is Oarsome

Ford New Zealand and Canoe Racing NZ Partnership is Oarsome

Ford New Zealand has officially jumped aboard with Canoe Racing New Zealand (CRNZ), becoming the organisation’s new vehicle partner, and the pairing is nothing short of oarsome. The move blends performance, innovation, and classic Kiwi grit, as Ford is supplying a fleet of Ford Ranger Hybrid Stormtraks to power CRNZ’s day‑to‑day operations, training missions, and […]

First Look – Aston Martin and Honda Unveil Striking AMR26 for 2026 Season

First Look - Aston Martin and Honda Unveil Striking AMR26 for 2026 Season

Honda and the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team have officially pulled the covers off the AMR26, their first fully integrated F1 challenger built for the sweeping new 2026 regulations, and it marks the beginning of a bold new chapter for both partners. Revealed ahead of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix on March 8, the […]

Luce – the new name for ugly interiors?

Luce – the new name for ugly interiors?

Ferrari has officially unveiled the interior of its first full‑electric sports car, the Ferrari Luce, and (depending on your level of caffeine intake) you’ll either call it minimalist genius or a very expensive Scandinavian AirBnB host’s fever dream. The Prancing Horse insists that ‘Luce’ (meaning light) is a vision, not a technology, which is a […]

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