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 […]
F1 Legend Unleashes a 900kg Can-Am-inspired Supercar
Legendary Formula One designer Steve Nichols just rolled up to Pebble Beach and reminded everyone what a proper supercar should be. Meet the Nichols Cars N1A, a Can-Am-inspired British screamer that just made its US debut. And if the name Steve Nichols rings a bell, it should. He’s the bloke who designed the single most […]
Gordon Murray Unleashes Le Mans Legends for the Road with New GMSV Division
Gordon Murray, the legendary designer behind the McLaren F1, has once again delved into his illustrious past to create something truly special. During the prestigious Monterey Car Week, the maestro pulled the covers off not just two new supercars, but an entirely new division: Gordon Murray Special Vehicles (GMSV). Think of it as Murray’s personal […]
Mahindra’s Global Gambit – Four New SUVs on a Radical New Platform
Indian SUV giant Mahindra & Mahindra has just thrown down the gauntlet, unveiling a bold new vision for its future that extends far beyond the Indian subcontinent. In a major announcement, the brand revealed its “Global Vision 2027,” showcasing a revolutionary new platform and four striking SUV concepts that are set to hit the market […]
MG’s New MGS5 EV, Set to Electrify New Zealand
Hot on the heels of the award-winning MG4’s success, MG Motor New Zealand is doubling down on its electric ambitions with the confirmation of the all-new MGS5 EV, an all-electric SUV expected to land on Kiwi shores in late August. Promising a compelling mix of dynamic handling, innovative tech, and family-friendly practicality, the MGS5 EV […]