Rivian going hands-free this year
Rivian has announced its “hold-my-beer” moment in the self-driving car race. By 2026, the EV automaker expects to roll out an “eyes-off” self-driving system—a bold move to snatch bragging rights from Mercedes, the only carmaker currently at Level 3 on the autonomous driving scale, for now anyway. Rivian CEO and part-time futurist RJ Scaringe, speaking […]
Beckham takes to the racetrack
In a move as electrifying as the vehicles they champion, Formula E’s Jaguar TCS Racing team has recruited none other than Brooklyn Peltz Beckham for their new “Evo Sessions” experience, proving that the Beckham legacy isn’t just about bending footballs—it’s now about cornering at insane speeds. This exclusive event, a motorsport masterclass for high-profile figures, […]
VW announce Wolfsburg to pioneer entry-level EV
Volkswagen is electrifying the road ahead with bold ambitions and a refreshing vision for the future. At a recent works meeting in Wolfsburg, the heart of the German automaker’s operations, employees were treated to an exclusive first look at the brand’s newest game-changer—a compact and affordable entry-level electric vehicle (EV) that promises to redefine accessibility […]
The AGTZ Twin Tail Takes a Bow and Breaks the Mold
Enchanté! Cue the orchestral fanfare, polish your finest monocle, and prepare for a slice of automotive decadence as the 49th Rétromobile exhibition plays host to the début extraordinaire of the AGTZ Twin Tail — a classic car enthusiast’s fever-dream love child between Italy’s legendary Atelier Zagato and Poland’s buttoned-up collector car dealer, La Squadra. This […]
Nissan rejects initial Honda merger proposal
In a dramatic turn of events, Nissan has reportedly decided to reject Honda’s terms for a proposed merger that would have created the world’s third-largest automaker. The news has sent ripples through the markets, with Nissan’s shares taking a significant 4.87% hit while Honda’s stock surged by 8.19% in early trading. Nissan CEO Makoto Uchida […]
Nissan ups the Warranty Ante
Nissan Australia has disrupted the automotive industry with the announcement of its Nissan MORE ownership program, spearheaded by an unprecedented 10-year/300,000km warranty – the longest in Australia, exclusive to customers who service their vehicles regularly with authorized Nissan dealers. This bold move sets a benchmark in customer care and ensures peace of mind for both […]
Honda Civic SR e:HEV – The Devil is in the Details
The 2025 Honda Civic e:HEV continues Honda’s storied legacy of reliability, innovation, and performance while embracing forward-thinking design and hybrid efficiency. With a range of cutting-edge features and improvements, this 11th-generation model shines in the compact hatch segment. as a follow up to the launch drive, Honda New Zealand shed a little more light on […]
January’s Gear Shift – New Zealand Vehicle Registrations Take a Dip
New Zealand’s automotive sector has hit the brakes to start 2025, with Motor Industry Association (MIA) data showing new vehicle registrations totaled 10,863 units in January—a 14.1% drop compared to January 2024 and a 13.0% decline from January 2023. The figures, released by MIA Chief Executive Aimee Wiley on February 5, highlight ongoing challenges for […]
Fiat’s Grande Panda is grand – Retro Cool and Sustainability Swagger
Fiat’s Grande Panda rolls onto the scene with the poise of a Milan fashion model and the grit of an 80s arcade hero. Reviving the legacy of the iconic 80s Panda, the Grande Panda is anything but “grande” in size, but its ambition? Enormous. Fiat, having sold over 23 million vehicles in Europe, is churning […]
Grandpa ‘Jezza’ Clarkson’s U-Turn to pilates after health scare
Jeremy Clarkson in Gym Shock: Radioactive Pilates and Sniping Death Bullets! Jeremy Clarkson, the man who once declared cycling a pastime for Lycra-clad lunatics and thought yoga was an awkward game of “try not to fart while looking at someone else’s bum,” has made a remarkable U-turn. Following a dramatic health scare last October, which […]