BMW brings M Concept Neue Klasse and Vision ALPINA to Monterey Car Week 2026
BMW will use Monterey Car Week 2026 to stage North American premieres of two concept vehicles, mark 40 years of the M3, and unveil the next chapter of its Kith collaboration.
Formula E Names Sennheiser as Official Sound Partner
Formula E has signed a multi-year deal with Sennheiser to integrate professional audio and three-dimensional sound technology across its broadcasts and live events.
Range Anxiety? New Zealand Is About to Get a Whole Lot More EV Chargers
More EVs, more chargers, fewer excuses New Zealand’s public EV charging network is about to get another shot in the arm, with the Government announcing a second round of concessionary loans worth around $21 million to help accelerate the rollout of public EV charging infrastructure. The ultimate goal? 10,000 public EV charge points across New […]
How a Modified Škoda Octavia RS Broke 365 km/h at Bonneville in 2011
A standard-bodied Škoda Octavia RS, tuned to over 600 hp, set a class speed record of 365.45 km/h at the Bonneville Salt Flats in August 2011 — a record the brand still holds today.
Mitsubishi’s ASX VR-e Is Coming to NZ – And It’s Worth Your Attention
The Electric Revolution Just Got More Accessible Here’s something that’ll get petrol heads and eco-warriors equally excited: Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand is bringing the all-new ASX VR-e battery electric vehicle (BEV) to our shores in late 2026, and it’s shaping up to be a serious contender in the rapidly expanding EV market. For Kiwis who’ve […]
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class – The Flagship Still Reigns Supreme
When you’re chasing the automotive holy grail (that sweet spot where cutting-edge technology meets timeless luxury) there’s really only one nameplate that consistently delivers, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. And the 2026 update? It’s absolutely knocked it out of the park. What’s New? Pretty Much Everything (And Then Some) Mercedes-Benz has delivered the most comprehensive update within […]
Recording 368.347mph – JCB Hydromax Smashes Speed Record
Breaking Through Barriers on the Salt Flats In a stunning display of engineering prowess and sustainable innovation, JCB’s hydrogen-powered Hydromax streamliner has shattered expectations on the iconic Bonneville Salt Flats. The vehicle, piloted by Wing Commander Andy Green OBE (the fastest man on earth at 763.035mph and the only person to break the sound barrier […]
Google Maps Gains AI-Powered Food Ordering, Hotel Search, and Real-Time Transit Updates
Google has expanded its Ask Maps feature with agentic capabilities that can order food, search hotels, and display live transit delays, with Gmail integration offering personalised suggestions based on existing reservations.
BMW Starts Series Production of Electric i3 at Plant Munich as Neue Klasse Rollout Continues
BMW has begun series production of the fully electric i3 at its historic Munich plant, marking the second Neue Klasse model to enter production and cutting manufacturing costs by a further 10 per cent.
Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupé – EV Thrills, Goosebump Sound
Power Meets Practicality in Mercedes-AMG’s Hottest New Entry If you’ve been waiting for a proper electric performance car that doesn’t compromise on thrills, Mercedes-AMG just dropped the answer. The new Mercedes-AMG GT 53 4-Door Coupé is here, and it’s absolutely awesome in every possible way. Raw Numbers That Don’t Lie Let’s cut to the chase: […]