GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T is a 300kW Luxury PHEV Ready to Conquer NZ
GWM is continuing its electric assault on the New Zealand market, and this time, it’s aiming for the top. The all-new GWM Tank 500 Hi4-T Plug-in Hybrid has been announced, promising to be a flagship large SUV that blends rugged off-road strength with premium luxury and, get this, a class-leading pure electric range. Scheduled to […]
The G 450 Diesel G-Wagen Returns in New Zealand
For decades, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, or G-Wagen, has been an undisputed icon, a vehicle that effortlessly blends military-grade toughness with opulent luxury. Here in New Zealand, the lineup has been a tale of two extremes: the thunderous, petrol-powered AMG G 63 and the futuristic, all-electric G 580. Now, responding to strong customer demand, Mercedes-Benz is […]
Smart Confirms All-Electric #2 to Revive the City Car King
It’s official: the plucky, parking-spot-perfect two-seater that defined urban cool is making a comeback. smart has confirmed that a new all-electric city car, the smart #2, is in development, set to reinvent the iconic smart fortwo for the electric age. For anyone who has ever navigated the tight streets of a European capital or squeezed […]
Hyundai Unveils Concept THREE, an ‘Aero Hatch’ Set to Redefine Compact EVs
Just when you thought the electric vehicle space couldn’t get more exciting, Hyundai has dropped a tantalizing glimpse into its future. Feast your eyes on the latest teaser for the “Concept THREE,” the first-ever compact EV concept from Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ sub-brand. This isn’t just another concept car; it’s a bold statement, wrapped in a […]
Party In The Front, Business In The Back – Škoda Reboots The Legendary Felicia Fun
Cast your mind back to the late 90s. It was a time of questionable fashion, dial-up internet, and some truly brilliant, oddball cars. Right at the top of that quirky list was the Škoda Felicia Fun, a pick-up so bright and cheerful it was impossible to ignore. Built for a good time, not a long […]
MG’s MGU9 Ute Aims to Blend SUV Comfort with Tradie Toughness
The ute market is a fiercely competitive arena dominated by long-standing heavyweights, is about to get a serious shake-up. MG Motor Australia has officially pulled the covers off more details for its all-new MGU9 ute, a vehicle that promises to deliver robust capability without forcing drivers to sacrifice the comforts of a modern SUV. Designed […]
Kia Unveils A Radically Redesigned Stonic
Kia has just pulled the covers off a significantly updated Stonic, and it’s clear they’re not playing it safe in the fiercely competitive compact crossover segment. Drawing inspiration from the brand’s bold ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, the new Stonic has been enhanced inside and out, packing in technology and features usually reserved for vehicles in […]
Chery’s New MY26 Tiggo 7 SUV Lands with Tech and Style
The mid-size SUV market is arguably one of the most fiercely contested battlegrounds in the automotive world, and Chery is doubling down on its offensive. The brand has just pulled the covers off its latest contender, the MY26 Tiggo 7, in Australia, signalling a significant evolution for the popular model. Packing a bold new design, […]
Ace’s High – 2025 Mini Aceman JCW Review
With all-electric versions of just about every aspect of their range, Mini is making no bones about a definite intention to be an all-electric brand. This intention has only recently become more apparent with the launch of the first Mini to be built on a bespoke EV platform. Called the Aceman, it’s the brand’s first […]
Polestar and GeoGuessr Want You to Explore the World – From Your Driver’s Seat
Finding yourself lost on a stunning, unfamiliar road can be one of motoring’s greatest pleasures. Now, Swedish electric performance brand Polestar is teaming up with fellow Swedes at GeoGuessr to bring that feeling of discovery directly into your car, with a unique twist. Polestar has launched a bespoke version of the global hit geolocation game, […]