BYD NZ launches 3,500kg-capable Shark 6 and 1,000km-range Seal 06 Touring
Built for work and play, the Shark 6 Performance cranks power to 350kW and torque to a hefty 700Nm, improvements that translate into stronger off-road capability and confidence when hauling heavy loads or tackling steep, rough terrain. Crucially for farmers and tradespeople, BYD has bumped towing capacity to a benchmark 3,500kg, a specification that positions […]
Open‑Top Opulence – Mercedes‑Maybach SL 680 Comes to New Zealand
The Mercedes‑Maybach SL 680 has quietly landed in New Zealand, bringing the highest echelon of open‑top grand touring to our shores. For anyone chasing roof‑down luxury with Maybach refinement, the SL 680 is now an option on Kiwi driveways and private collections. What makes the SL 680 a headline act? Why New Zealand should careNew […]
GWM ORA 5 EV SUV here soon — Big ambitions, small price tag
The ORA 5 SUV arrives in New Zealand soon with a clear play, pack as much real-world EV capability as possible into an affordable small‑SUV package. Scheduled to hit local showrooms from June, the ORA 5 is priced aggressively (the Lux from $36,990 RRP + ORC and the Ultra from $39,990 RRP + ORC) signalling […]
Loud pipes, louder message – The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride
There’s something slightly surreal about seeing hundreds of motorcycles roll through a city, ridden by people dressed like they’re on their way to a black-tie gala. It is certain to turn heads everywhere with the loud theatrics, but if that’s all you take away from the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, you might be missing the point. […]
Munich’s Mega Makeover – BMW’s Plant Reborn for the Neue Klasse
BMW Group Plant Munich has just completed one of the most ambitious industrial pivots of recent years, a complete modernisation to become a high-efficiency, highly digital production site for the Neue Klasse family, starting with series production of the BMW i3 in August 2026. The overhaul positions the 104‑year‑old site to operate as an “iFACTORY”, […]
5 Vintage Car Brands China Should Reawaken as EVs
The global EV market loves a good story as much as a long range figure. Legacy marque revivals combine instant brand recognition with a narrative (heritage, romance, and credibility) that new marques must sweat to earn. MG’s renaissance under Chinese ownership proved this: a storied British name reborn as a competitive, budget-friendly EV brand with […]
BMW iX3 Neue Klasse Wins 2026 World Car of the Year and World EV Double
BMW has just scored a major victory on the global stage as the iX3 was named the 2026 World Car of the Year and also took home the 2026 World Electric Vehicle title, cementing its role as the flagship launch of BMW’s Neue Klasse era and a clear statement of intent for the brand’s EV […]
Playing with Hamilton and Leclerc’s Helmets – LEGO ones of course
If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of modern Formula 1 fandom that sits proudly on your mantel and doubles as a conversation starter (or passive-aggressive shelf flex), LEGO has just handed you the keys to a very red kingdom. The LEGO Group has unveiled two new helmet display sets based on Scuderia Ferrari […]
GT Mk IV Claims Fastest-Ever U.S. Lap at the Nürburgring
Ford’s new monster: the GT Mk IV shreds the Nürburgring in 6:15.977 — fastest American, third-fastest overall Ford Racing’s GT Mk IV has just rewritten the record books at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, posting a blistering 6:15.977 lap driven by factory ace Frédéric Vervisch, the quickest time ever by an American-built, gas-powered car and the third-fastest […]
Wait, an MG Ute? – 2026 MG U9 Explore Pro Review
With such a strong presence in the Australasian new car market, it was inevitable MG would venture into other segments which many Kiwis, and Aussies for that matter, hold dear. The Ute for instance. While the idea of an MG badge adorning the front of a vehicle capable of towing more than three tonnes, sauntering […]