5-Stars for the New Kid – MG’s MGU9 Ute Aces ANCAP Safety Test
The dual-cab ute market is arguably the most fiercely competitive battleground in the Australian automotive landscape, and a new contender has just thrown down the gauntlet. The highly anticipated MGU9 ute from MG has stormed onto the scene, immediately securing a 5-star ANCAP safety rating, signaling that it’s here to play for keeps. For a […]
Zeekr 7X Lands in NZ – Swedish Style, Supercar Speed, and a Sub-$70k Starting Price
The air at the Giltrap Group Starship Supercar Show was thick with the scent of high-octane fuel and the buzz of exotic machinery, but one of the most significant reveals wasn’t a traditional supercar at all. Amidst the cacophony of V8s and V12s, a new brand made a powerful, yet silent, statement. Zeekr, the premium […]
Four Rings, Three Stripes – Audi and adidas Ink Landmark F1 Deal for 2026
The countdown to 2026 is officially on, and the buzz around Audi’s entry into the Formula 1 circus just hit a new fever pitch. In a move that screams German precision and performance, Audi has announced a landmark, multi-year partnership with iconic sporting goods manufacturer adidas. This isn’t just a sponsorship; it’s a blockbuster collaboration […]
Scania Super-Charges the Future – New Combustion and PHEV Powertrains Revealed
With fluctuating fuel prices, tightening emissions laws, and the ever-present demand for greener travel, the life of a bus or coach operator is anything but simple. Navigating this complex landscape requires flexibility, efficiency, and a solid plan for the future. Well, it seems Scania has been listening, and they’ve just unveiled a powerful two-pronged attack […]
Big Brother On Wheels – NZTA Unleashes Unmarked Speed Camera Trailers
Just when you thought you’d learned to spot the fleet of camera-equipped SUVs, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is rolling out its newest tool in the war on speed: mobile safety cameras housed in trailers. If you drive in Auckland, get ready to see the first one in action this week. A New Chapter […]
Speed camera lottery – When Fake News Stories Are a Good Idea
Let’s be honest, you’ve probably seen it. A colourful meme pops up on your social media feed, sandwiched between a video of a cat falling off a couch and your cousin’s holiday snaps. It tells a wonderful story, in Stockholm, Sweden, there’s a “speed camera lottery.” If you drive at or under the speed limit, […]
Kiwis Have Spoken – This is Officially New Zealand’s ‘Least Cool’ Car Brand
What does your car say about you? More than you might think, according to a massive new global study that has pitted the world’s biggest automotive brands against each other in a battle for road-trip royalty and car-park credibility. The results are in, and for New Zealand drivers, the verdict is both surprising and decisive. […]
Honda to display EV Concepts, a New Prelude, and F1 Royalty at Japan Mobility Show 2025
Honda is clearly tired of playing it safe. The brand is set to crash the gates of the 2025 Japan Mobility Show with an arsenal of new metal and tech that screams ambition. Forget the typically subdued corporate announcements; Honda is rolling out everything from futuristic EVs and legendary race cars to V8-powered marine engines, […]
Latest ANCAP Crash rating has MG 3 and Suzuki Swift seeing stars
Here in Aotearoa, we love a compact and cheerful hatchback. They’re perfect for the daily commute, a dash to the supermarket, and navigating our increasingly tight city streets. But while we love a bargain, we also want to know our chariot is more tin ‘can-do’ than, well, just a tin can. The Australasian New Car […]
Ferrari Dusts Off a Legendary Name – Is the 1050hp 849 Testarossa Spider Worthy?
Just when you thought Ferrari’s naming department had run out of winds, mountain passes, and internal codes, they’ve gone and rummaged through the history books. Get a load of this, the Ferrari 849 Testarossa Spider. Yes, that Testarossa. The name that defined the 80s, plastered on bedroom walls and driven by guys in white linen […]