Ford Australia Celebrates 100 Years – almost as old as Australia itself!
This week marks a historic milestone for Ford Australia as the automaker celebrates a century since its founding in Geelong, Victoria. Established on March 31, 1925, the Ford Motor Company of Australia Pty Ltd has played a pivotal role in shaping automotive culture and innovation, both locally and globally. A Humble Beginning with the Model […]
Chopstick holders and catnip seats – Omoda and Honda in playful mood
When it comes to automotive April Fool’s hilarity, both Honda and OMODA&JAECOO are clearly in the driver’s seat. From cat-themed convenience to noodle-friendly innovation, these brands are serving up a playful twist on functionality in their respective ways. Honda’s Catnip Car Seats: Honda has launched its “purr-fect” Catnip Car Seats, appealing to feline-loving drivers who […]
Serving a generous slice of Mini Pork Pie… For the right cause
If there’s one thing New Zealanders love more than a good pork pie, it’s giving back for a great cause—so what better way to combine both than the iconic Pork Pie Charity Run? This biennial event, running from April 4th to April 9th, 2025, promises not just a horsepower-packed nostalgia trip, but a journey that […]
Hybrid Hang up – Toyota’s Smooth Ride Meets a Bumpy Supply Chain
It would appear that Toyota has hit a surprising speed bump powered by its own success – hybrid vehicle demand. While automakers around the globe pour billions into developing fully electric vehicles (EVs), Toyota’s unlikely hero, the hybrid, has taken centre stage, vindicating the company’s calculated bet on staying the middle ground between traditional gas-powered […]
Plans hot up between Nissan and Renault
Renault Group and Nissan have announced significant updates to their strategic partnership under a new Framework Agreement, setting a trajectory for greater autonomy and collaboration tailored to meet their respective long-term goals. This move is aimed at bolstering efficiency, adaptability, and regional specialisation while preserving the benefits of their alliance. Key Developments in the Partnership […]
Outback to the Savanna -The Nissan Warrior’s Global Footprint Expands
In a world where rugged terrains test both man and machine, the Warrior by Premcar program stands as a testament to ingenuity, collaboration, and a downright refusal to settle for the ordinary. Born in Australia and forged in the fires of unforgiving outback roads, the Warrior series has captured the imagination of drivers who demand […]
EV sales set to overtake ICE by 2035
Is the era of internal combustion engines (ICEs) fast approaching its twilight? Electric vehicles (EVs), both plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and battery electric vehicles (BEVs), are zipping ahead, not just as environmentally friendly commuters but as pioneers driving humanity toward a greener future. According to IDTechEx, EV sales are on track to overtake ICE […]
Milan to meet Skoda Elroq vRS
Unveiling the Škoda Elroq vRS: Electrifying Power Meets Bold Design Škoda Auto has once again pushed the boundaries of electrified performance with the first teaser of its upcoming flagship SUV, the Elroq vRS. Combining cutting-edge design with electrifying performance, this most powerful variant of the Elroq will make its grand digital debut on 3 April […]
Ford NZ Celebrates Ranger’s Decade at the Top
The Ford Ranger has been New Zealand’s number one best seller for the past 10 years, and we were invited to Kauri Bay to help celebrate. Not only did we test out the capabilities of the Ranger and find out what made it so great, but were also treated to a digger competition, lamb on […]
Škoda’s Assemblage of Strategy, Synergy, and Sedans in Vietnam
Škoda Auto, in partnership with the Thanh Cong Group, inaugurated a state-of-the-art production plant that’s poised to shape not only Vietnam’s burgeoning automotive market but Škoda’s global strategy. With the debut of its local assembly operations, the plant has already begun assembling the Kushaq SUV, while the Slavia sedan will follow suit by summer 2025, […]