It’s Not You, It’s Your Fuel – Polestar Wants You to Break Up With Petrol
Let’s be honest, we love our cars. They’re more than just metal boxes; they’re freedom, they’re passion, they’re part of the family. But what if that long-term relationship has turned… toxic? That’s the provocative question electric car maker Polestar is asking, and they’re not pulling any punches. If you were walking through New York City […]
Farizon’s SV Just Rewrote the EV Efficiency Rules
You see the brochure for a new EV, plastered with impressive range and efficiency numbers, only to find the real-world experience is, shall we say, a little different. It’s a common gripe, and one that has businesses rightfully cautious about electrifying their fleets. But what if a van not only met its official figures but […]
New Škoda Kodiaq RS – The Family Hauler That Thinks It’s a Hot Hatch
The age-old compromise for the driving enthusiast with a growing family is a tale as old as time. You need the space, the seats, and the practicality, but your heart yearns for something with a bit of poke, something that can put a smile on your face on a winding back road. For years, the […]
Toyota NZ Confirms Refreshed 2025 Corolla Cross Model and a Spicy GR Sport AWD
The Toyota Corolla is a nameplate etched into New Zealand’s automotive history, synonymous with reliability, practicality, and value. Now, Toyota is taking that trusted legacy and injecting it with a fresh dose of style and performance with the announcement of the refreshed 2025 Corolla Cross, and for the first time ever in NZ, a thrilling […]
BMW’s iX5 Hydrogen Hero – Far More Than Just Another EV
The battle for the future of the car has, until now, felt like a two-horse race: the familiar hum of the internal combustion engine (ICE) versus the silent surge of the battery electric vehicle (BEV). But what if there was a third contender? BMW seems to think so, and they’re not just hedging their bets—they’re […]
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Roars Into NZ with Record-Breaking Debut
The air in Dunedin was thick with the smell of high-octane fuel and the sound of pure, unadulterated horsepower this weekend. For the first time ever, the legendary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live tour landed on New Zealand soil, and its debut was nothing short of explosive. Forsyth Barr Stadium transformed into a glowing cathedral […]
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO – A Racetrack Weapon for Kiwi Roads
Mercedes-Benz New Zealand is turning up the heat in the high-performance sports car segment, announcing that the formidable new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ is now available to order for Kiwi enthusiasts. Pitched as the “sportiest model” in the AMG GT family by the brand’s top brass, this is a machine built for those who […]
Your EV Isn’t As Green As You Think – Toyota’s Psychological Trick to Fix It
So, you’ve taken the plunge into the world of electrified motoring. Good on you. Whether it’s a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) for the best of both worlds or a full-fat battery electric vehicle (BEV), you’re part of the future. You get home, plug it in, and wake up to a full “tank” of electrons. Simple. But […]
Fantasy Island – BRABUS Unveils Ultra-Luxury Villas in Ambitious Real Estate Venture
When you hear the name BRABUS, your mind likely conjures images of unadulterated automotive mayhem. We think of menacing, blacked-out Mercedes-Benz models tuned to within an inch of their lives, boasting physics-defying horsepower and interiors swathed in the finest leather imaginable. For decades, the German tuning house has been the undisputed master of turning luxury […]
5-Stars for the New Kid – MG’s MGU9 Ute Aces ANCAP Safety Test
The dual-cab ute market is arguably the most fiercely competitive battleground in the Australian automotive landscape, and a new contender has just thrown down the gauntlet. The highly anticipated MGU9 ute from MG has stormed onto the scene, immediately securing a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, signaling that it’s here to play for keeps. For a […]