A Puma Escapes from a glasshouse with an EV Transit
And it’s all thanks to Ford New Zealand. It’s not that often that you get invited to attend a car maker’s launch of three nameplates, but it looks like it’s been a busy year for Ford and they have a lot to talk about – so why not. At an intimate event at the Glasshouse […]
An Icon in the making – new Land Rover Defender
The much loved and much missed Land Rover family member, the Defender is back and it’s better than ever. We grabbed a taste of its off-road capabilities at Kauri Bay New Zealand, but does it live up to its iconic name? Well according to Land Rover’s Design Director Gerry McGovern not just yet. Wait, what? […]
A Guide to Weathering Storms
Driving through a ‘once in a lifetime’ storm has given me some insight which I am sharing to help you stay safe on the roads this winter.
Use your phone to start your Ford – FordPass
Forgot to lock your Ford? Or forgot where in New Zealand you parked it? Feel the need to start the engine or check the fuel level from the comfort of your office or home? Well now, thanks to the new FordPass app, you can. FordPass Connect has now arrived in New Zealand, With Ford Ranger, […]
Born NOT to be mild – Mercedes-AMG A45 S review
Aside from those in the ‘supercar’ area, on the whole, vehicle manufacturers create models to appeal to some sort of mass-market, especially when it comes to Hatchbacks. After all, in New Zealand, the ‘hatch’ segment itself is losing ground to all manner of SUVs so why wouldn’t they. Then, to make them ‘hotter’ they hand […]
The 730hp new Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series
The most powerful AMG V8 series engine of all time, the most expressive design, the most elaborate aerodynamics, the most intelligent material mix, the most distinctive driving dynamics and I doubt we’ll see it in New Zealand. For the new Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series (combined fuel consumption 12.8 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 292 g/km), […]
First-ever BMW iX3 set for NZ launch in mid-2021
Shhhh, in a press release, we’re told that the all-new iX3, BMW’s first fully-electric X model will arrive in New Zealand by mid next year. The iX3 blends emission-free driving pleasure with BMW’s renowned sporting ability and the multi-faceted functionality of a Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV). The new BMW iX3 also embodies BMW’s strategic “Power of […]
My MBUX Mercedes-Benz gets even more personal
Have a quick look the presentation on the way to the Auckland office and discuss minor changes with your assistant by telephone conference? Or while away the long journey to your New Zealand holiday home with the latest online films as your brother next to you listens to his favourite audiobook? Introducing the new S-Class […]
Sophisticated Thug – Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S review
Admittedly, there are a fair number of vehicles I’m looking forward to getting behind the wheel of this year, however, the 2020 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S ranked very high up in the list. So when Mercedes-Benz New Zealand asked if I had some room in my calendar, you can be damned sure I said yes. […]
And. All. That… Jazz – Honda Jazz RS review
It’s probably very cliched, however, from the moment Honda New Zealand called to see if I would be interested in taking the new Jazz RS for a spin, all I could think about was the song from the 1975 musical Chicago. Now, I’m not exactly what you’d call ‘a musical type of guy’ but I […]