The Radical Philosophy Behind the New Cupra Tindaya Showcar
The automotive world is abuzz with talk of autonomy, of cars that drive themselves while we nap, work, or watch movies. But Spanish performance brand CUPRA is making a radical, disruptive statement in the opposite direction, and it’s embodied in their dramatic new creation: the CUPRA Tindaya Showcar. Set for a world premiere at the […]
BMW’s Green Revolution – Why The ‘Neue Klasse’ iX3 Is More Than Just Another EV
BMW is about to pull the covers off the iX3, the first vehicle from its revolutionary ‘Neue Klasse’. But this isn’t just a new model launch; it’s a fundamental shift in what it means to be the ‘Ultimate Driving Machine’. We take a look into what this radical new focus on sustainability means for the […]
Phantom of the Pop Charts – A Century of Rolls-Royce as Music’s Ultimate Ride
For 100 years, one car has stood above all others as the definitive symbol of making it to the top. It’s been the ride of choice for rock gods, rap moguls, and pop icons, a rolling canvas for their personalities and a statement that they’ve truly arrived. That car is the Rolls-Royce Phantom, and as […]
Nissan’s e-POWER Qashqai leaves range anxiety in the rear-view mirror
Let’s be honest, the romance of the open road is often rudely interrupted by the cold, hard reality of a flashing fuel light and the eye-watering price at the pump. And while electric vehicles promise a silent, guilt-free escape, the dreaded ‘range anxiety’ can turn a scenic drive into a nail-biting hunt for the nearest […]
MG’s Premium IM6 SUV is Coming to NZ, and It’s Packing Some Serious Tech
MG is shaking things up again. Not content with dominating the affordable EV market, the brand is launching its new premium electric sub-brand, IM, in New Zealand later this year, and the first model off the block is the seriously impressive IM6 SUV. Standing for ‘Intelligence in Motion’, the IM brand is a high-tech joint […]
KGM Gives The Rexton A Major Tech Injection For 2026
KGM (you know, the brand formerly known as SsangYong) is bolstering its presence in the competitive large SUV segment, announcing a significant update for its Rexton range for the 2026 model year (in Aus, NZ to confirm). The refreshed lineup brings a suite of modern technology and safety features as standard, aiming to make the […]
Crikey, the Crocodile Hunter’s LandCruiser is up for grabs
For fans of khaki, conservation, and legendary Australians, an iconic piece of history is roaring onto the auction block. The hard-working 1982 Toyota LandCruiser HJ47 Troop Carrier, once belonging to the one and only “Crocodile Hunter,” Steve Irwin, is being offered for auction. This isn’t just any old ‘Troopie’; this is the vehicle that once […]
NordEast revealed – Giltrap’s Game-Changing EV Power Play for New Zealand
The Giltrap Group has officially launched NordEast Vehicle Distributors, a groundbreaking new division poised to redefine the country’s relationship with electric vehicles. Dubbed “Northern precision meets Eastern energy,” what’s more, it’s the first time anywhere in the world that six powerful brands from the Geely Group have been united under one roof. So, who’s in […]
RAM launches their 1500 Rebel – with a cause
The Ram 1500 Rebel is officially landing in New Zealand, injecting a serious dose of off-road prowess and twin-turbo power into its local line-up. Arriving in showrooms at the end of August, this isn’t a limited special edition; the Rebel is here to stay as a permanent, and very welcome, part of the range. For […]
Fronx and Centre – 2025 Suzuki Fronx Review
It isn’t every day we get an entirely new model from Suzuki, so when we do, its kind of a big deal. The Swift, Ignis, Jimny and Vitara have been Suzuki namesakes for a generation, so to have a something like “Fronx” join the party, we all sit up and take notice. The name Fronx […]