The Flash of Light – Subaru WRX Senko Review
Whenever I’m starting the write up for a car review, I try to put myself in the shoes of the person that’s likely to buy it. Sometimes, this is incredibly hard, as I can only LARP so much about the life of someone cross shopping 250k luxury vehicles, but some other times, I feel like […]
Honda Super-One First Drive – Small Car, Big Personality
There’s a certain magic to the ‘Kei car’ philosophy. It’s a uniquely Japanese approach to motoring that merges clever, compact packaging, urban agility, and, above all, personality. For over 60 years, Honda has been the master of this craft, turning the humble compact car into a canvas for world-class engineering and (heaven-forbid) genuine fun. Now, […]
Loadsa Qash – 2026 Nissan Qashqai Review
The Nissan Qashqai has long been a cornerstone of the crossover segment since its inception in 2007, and the 2026 model year refresh proves why this Japanese warrior continues to lavish driveways across the globe. With a midcycle update that’s given it “more of everything,” according to Nissan’s philosophy, the new Qashqai arrives as a […]
The EV Dillema – Lexus RZ500e and RZ550e F Sport Review
When the Lexus RZ first arrived, it found itself carrying more baggage than most new EVs. Not because of anything it had done wrong, but because of the controversy surrounding the Toyota bZ4X that came before it. Fast forward to 2026, and with this revised model year for the RZ, and it’s clear that Toyota […]
The Kia PV5 All-Electric Cargo Van – launch and First Drive
Let’s face it, when compared to the plethora of SUVs out there, the commercial van segment is somewhat utilitarian. It’s a world of white paint, spartan interiors, and “get the job done” functionality. Some would say that’s the nature of the beast, but Kia has a different point of view on the matter – Enter […]
All-new Foton Tunland V Series ute – NZ Launch and First Drive
When a nine-person development team arrived in New Zealand from Foton back in 2018, they had a deceptively simple mission, and that was to understand what the local market wanted in a ute. Eight years later, that homework has apparently paid off – big time. We were invited to Foton NZ Hamilton HQ to find […]
Porsche Cayenne Electric ‘Teaser Time’ At Hampton Downs
There are moments in the automotive world when you realise the EV rulebook has been quietly shredded. When it comes to Porsche, the first time was when they showed us the Taycan, it rewrote what an electric sports sedan could be. Then the Macan Electric proved to us that EVs could (thankfully) still have a […]
MG’s Strategic Shift and the All-New MGS6 SUV First Drive NZ
If you’ve been paying attention to the sales charts, you’ll know that MG is no longer just a participant in NZ’s ever-changing automotive industry, they are a driving force. At the NZ launch of their latest addition, MG’s Country Manager Dean Sheed pulled back the curtain on their current market trajectory and unveiled the vehicle […]
GAC AION UT Review – Big Style, Smart Tech and Compact Urban EV Appeal
It’s no secret that Chinese car manufacturers have found their stride. What started as value-focused offerings has rapidly evolved into a genuine challenge for the established automotive giants. Every month it seems that another impressive electric vehicle arrives, and the latest contender, the GAC AION UT, is perhaps one of the most interesting yet. Rather […]
2026 Volkswagen T-Roc Price and First Drive Review
A New Chapter in Compact VW SUVs – Volkswagen has officially unveiled the all-new T-Roc in NZ, marking a significant evolution for the brand’s entry-level SUV. Designed in Germany and built in Portugal, this second-generation model aims to strike a unique balance, compact yet commanding, premium yet accessible. Since its debut in 2018, the T-Roc […]