The BMW Neue Klasse iX3 Design Revolution – according to Oliver Heilmer
For a while there, it felt like every new BMW was locked in a battle for the biggest, boldest kidney grille. The online forums lit up, the memes flew, and the brand’s design direction became one of the most hotly debated topics in the motoring world. But with the reveal of the Neue Klasse platform […]
Mike Reichelt on why BMW’s Neue Klasse NEEDED to happen
Although we’re in Munich for the all-new iX3 global reveal, it’s fair to say that BMW is not just launching a new car; it’s launching a revolution. Dubbed the Neue Klasse (New Class), this is a ground-up reinvention of the Bavarian brand, marking what one of its lead architects calls the “start of a new […]
BMW’s ‘iFactory’ – A Fossil-Fuel-Free Glimpse Into The Future Of Car Building
As we’ve discovered, BMW’s Neue Klasse is a top-to-bottom reinvention of what it means to be BMW. But while we’ve all been wowed by the slick concepts and promised tech, the real revolution runs much deeper. It’s a fundamental rethink of how a car is conceived, planned, and built. We got the inside line from […]
Mercedes Just Killed the Dashboard – Here’s What’s Inside the New Electric GLC
Forget everything you thought you knew about car interiors. Mercedes-Benz is using the IAA MOBILITY 2025 show in Munich to unveil the all-new electric GLC, and it’s not just another EV, it’s a revolution on wheels that starts the moment you open the door. This vehicle is the first production model to feature the next […]
The BMW Neue Klasse iX3 is Here and it’s a Game-Changer
BMW has just pulled the covers off what it calls its “biggest future-focused project,” the first model of the Neue Klasse, the next-generation iX3. Presented at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, this fully electric Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) isn’t just another EV; it’s a technological leap, and the dawn of a new era for […]
Snake Bite – Dodge Viper GTS Review
During the 1980s, Chrysler Corporation experienced a significant resurgence. Under the leadership of Chairman Lee Iaccoca—well known for his role at Ford Division and his involvement with the Mustang—Chrysler began generating profits after a prolonged period of financial difficulty. The introduction of the Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth K-cars, as well as the development of the […]
MINI and Deus Ex Machina Forge Two Wild JCWs – For The Surf & For The Track
In a collaboration that feels both surprising and perfectly natural, MINI has teamed up with the iconic lifestyle brand Deus Ex Machina to create two exclusive, one-off John Cooper Works vehicles. This isn’t just a simple sticker pack; it’s a deep dive into the shared cultures of motorsport heritage, creative design, and a love for […]
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 […]