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Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.
MG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootout
We take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.
For the car enthusiast
Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.
MG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootout
We take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.
More car news
Audi resurrects 16-cylinder 'supercar' from the 1930s
Audi has unveiled a recreation of the Type 52 V16 supercar concept from the 1930s.
Polestar's Concept BST debuts as showstopping track star
Polestar has unleashed an aggressive racing concept based on the upcoming Polestar 6.
Ineos takes Grenadier 4x4 to new heights (literally) with wild prototypes
New concepts include an extreme 4x4 version and V8 petrol power.
New MG HS revealed: is a PHEV with 120km range on the cards for NZ?
MG NZ is still silent on specification, but the new HS SUV looks like a massive upgrade.
McLaren P1 hypercar back on sale, with a little help from Lego Technic
McLaren and Lego have collaborated on a painstakingly detailed 1:8 scale P1 hypercar.
New Volkswagen Tiguan pricing, specs for NZ: don't turn the switch on yet
Volkswagen NZ is playing it safe with the all-new Tiguan SUV.
Evoluto 355 revealed as ultimate Ferrari F355 restomod
Classic 90s supercar is transformed into the ultimate modern masterpiece.
Aston Martin astonishes with Goodwood 2024 lineup
Aston's ultra-luxury V-powered sports cars are coming out in force.
Hunt for the world’s most expensive car umbrella
There's a Nissan-branded umbrella worth more than a Rolls Royce's.
The new Ford Capri EV that's really a Volkswagen revealed for Europe
Capri name is back... attached to a mid-sized family EV.
New Zealand embraces the future of wireless EV charging
University of Auckland survey reveals huge support for charging system under the road.
New Honda Prelude hybrid sports coupe goes official
Tech details still under wraps, but we're betting on an e:HEV powertrain.
Limited Mercedes-AMG C 43 Edition R launched in NZ
Edition R includes AMG Dynamic Plus package, with performance-enhancing features.
BYD Seal Premium EV review: we might have found this sedan's sweet spot
Faster than one model, more balanced than the other, is the Seal Premium... just right?
McLaren celebrates Senna at 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Goodwood 2024 will celebrate Ayrton Senna's legacy and showcase McLaren’s history.
Perfect pairing: Maserati GranCabrio Folgore Tignanello
Maserati has teamed up with a winemaker to bring us a luxury EV convertible.
Hyundai hydrogen light duty truck on NZ roads: pilot programme for Mighty FCEV
Mighty is smaller than the Xcient hydrogen truck that's already covered 90,000km in NZ.
Government aligns CCS with Australia, lifts pressure on utes
The Government has revealed changes to the controversial Clean Car Standard.
New Santa Fe, MG3... and every other hybrid in NZ
Every hybrid on sale in New Zealand, right at your fingertips.
Mercedes-Benz celebrates 130 years of motorsport at Goodwood
Mercedes-Benz has a truly historic line up planned for this weekend's iconic event.
Trying to crash and failing at Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Insight
The German company recently held a hands-on showcase of its latest safety tech.
What is the correct way to hold a steering wheel?
Holding a steering wheel may seem simple, but many people still get it wrong.
Aston Martin unveils F1-inspired DBX707 AMR24 Edition
The British company's fastest SUV gets the F1 treatment inspired by its safety car role.
Mini Cooper 5dr prices, specification revealed for NZ (and why it's now unique)
New Cooper 5dr is now the sole petrol-only model in the Mini range.
BYD sets new sales record amid aggressive price cuts.
BYD has achieved a major milestone, setting a new sales record. But can it overtake Tesla?
BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic PHEV review: Chinese 'super hybrid' takes aim at RAV4, Outlander
Clever plug-in hybrid technology is key to the appeal of BYD’s new SUV.
Volkswagen ID.5 Pro+ long term review: the time is right
We embark on an extended real-world review of VW's ID.5 EV.
Super EV battery that can last 1 million km unveiled
Geely developed battery is also claimed to last an astounding 50 years.
Land Rover unleashes new Defender Octa
Fastest Defender ever also rides on trick '6D' chassis technology.
Ultimate BEV guide: every pure-electric car and SUV you can buy in New Zealand
Thinking of going electric? Here's your guide to every new EV available in NZ!
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid spec, pricing for NZ: $10k discount right out of the gate
Diesel is out, petrol-electric power in for bold-looking new Santa Fe.
Exclusive Urban Bamboo Porsche 911 Turbo S pays tribute to classic 959
‘Chromaflair’ paint options each command a six-figure premium.
This special edition Pagani Huayra comes with a manual gearbox
Epitome is a unique hypercar boasting several firsts for the storied Italian brand.
Ultimate PHEV guide: every plug-in hybrid electric car and SUV you can buy in NZ
Here's your guide to every plug-in hybrid new vehicle available here.
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT long term test: the final countdown
We say goodbye to our long-term Ford Mustang Mach-E GT. Will we miss it?
NZ new-vehicle sales June: falling for 4th month
Another blow for Kiwi new-car industry as it suffers its lowest sales month in a decade.
Meet the first EV you can charge to 80% in under five minutes
Nyobolt claims its battery charges twice as fast as current technology in the market.
Extreme E rebrands as Extreme H, ditches electric for hydrogen
Extreme H is designed to be a testbed for hydrogen in the wider motoring landscape.
Chinese cars poised for 33% of global market in 2030: report
This figure represents a dramatic leap from the current 21% market share.
Classic car gauges reimagined for next-gen Apple CarPlay
The next generation of Apple CarPlay could see some excellent customisation possibilities.