Jeep Grand Cherokee LTD review – Jeepers it’s Mighty
When I started to write this review I assumed that it would be more of a car/weather match. You see, my friends at Jeep NZ kindly loaned me the Jeep Grand Cherokee during a particular Icy snap that Auckland had been part of (yes I know it was nothing like South Island weather) and hopping […]
Honda Civic Type-R – True XTC
It has be said (rather cruelly), that the best thing to come out of Swindon is the M4 (motorway). However, as I in fact hail from said city, (or is that sad city – I jest), this should be proof enough that this is not true. On top of this, we have the ‘Magic Roundabout’ […]
Holden Astra Sedan first drive – From Whoa to go
Deep in the heart of Henderson is Whoa Studios. Home of the Doods (not the Dobbin kind), it’s a highly interactive working studio that offers live entertainment, filming, great food, a kid’s playground and according to them; ‘millions of smiles’ – I’ll be the best judge of that thank you very much! On the surface, […]
Mazda CX-5 Review – Red, White and Blue
Now I’m not going to open the NZ flag debate again, (there has been far too much spent in terms of time and money on that) but what I will say is that our current Union Jack/Southern Cross one is in good company – most certainly when it comes to the colours. There are 192 […]
Ford SUV Review – the Great Escape
I recently read a list of ‘10 most re-watchable movies’ and as usual I basically disagreed with most of it. It consisted of things like the Sound of Music, The Wizard of Oz and Lord of the Rings (aka 10 hours of my life I’ll never get back) but it did have a couple that […]
Alfa Romeo Giulia first drive – An Italian Renaissance
There’s absolutely no doubt in my mind about the love that surrounds Alfa Romeo. Despite; or maybe even because of its faults and quirkiness, it’s a brand that inspires great passion and desire. Of course, it’s not without just cause, both design and performance are there with abundance, mind you; it’s fair to say that […]
Hyundai i30 first drive – a significant number
Call me diligent and hardworking but prior to attending the NZ launch of Hyundai’s all-new i30, I did a little research. Not on the car but on the other i30; Interstate 30 in the US. I was hoping to find some gem of information to regale and entertain you but as it turns out, it’s […]
Suzuki Ignis Review – You only live twice
Once again news that Idris Elba is next in line to play James Bond has surfaced. I’m not sure if it’s wishful thinking or if the Londoner does infact have chance to play the coveted role of the suave British Secret Agent (very probably the former) but his name alone got me thinking about the […]
Suzuki S-Cross Review – S-Blended
Although some people manage it naturally, as do certain animal or reptilian species (think Chameleon), blending in (be it in Art, business or social circumstances, or even way back at school) mostly takes skill and often a fair amount of forethought. Design, colour schemes, dress, approach and of course; a big dollop of attitude are […]
Open day with Mercedes-Benz
Let’s face it; winter isn’t generally the best time to showcase convertible vehicles, especially in NZ. However, in true Mercedes style; the sun shone brightly on a crisp and refreshing day and set the tone for the feast of frivolity (sorry I mean hard work) that was to unveil. Arriving at Mercedes head office in […]