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Monday morning in NZ will be petrolhead heaven for TV viewers.
Fleeing driver in Napier hits parked vehicle, car spiked by police
Two people were taken into custody and police are still searching for a third.
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The woman was fined $18,000 for a similar crime in 2016.
Evacuated Whanganui couple hit by landslip while driving
"It was just a mass coming down the hill."
Person arrested after allegedly stealing car, fleeing 30km down Auckland motorway
Police responded to reports of a car being stolen on McClymonts Rd, Albany.
Formula 1: Silly season includes Kiwi Liam Lawson
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Crackdown on dangerous drivers: Fleeing drivers could lose cars for good
More fleeing drivers prompts tough legislation: cars seized and stronger penalties.
‘Nightmare’: Woman demands refund after sixth attempt to fix scratched Tesla
Tesla NZ to face the Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal for the second time.
Stars align for this weekend's International Rally of Whangārei
International Rally of Whangārei kicks off with ceremonial start in central city.
Revv-olting car loan debacle horrifies consumer watchdog
$30k loan for $7k car shows major car finance overhaul needed, Consumer NZ says.
Watch: Shocking near-miss on SH3 caught on camera
The truck driver said people don't realise how hard it is to see cars in bad weather.
Formula 1: Perez affirms championship aspirations after win in Baku
Don Kennedy on Formula One.
Details of late drug dealer’s operation revealed
Court allows four vehicles owned by late drug dealer to be sold.
‘Disastrous outcome’: Woman sentenced for running over man clearing drain
Jeffrey Ilott was on his hands and knees clearing out guttering when he was run over.
Premium debate: NZ's illegal street racing problem not just about boy racers
OPINION: Premium subscribers have their say.
Focus: Michael Wood on Clean Car Discount shake-up
Transport Minister Michael Wood says there are more Toyotas than Teslas being sold as the Government rejigs the feebate EV scheme. Video / NZ Herald
$80 million paid out on Teslas - Feebate EV scheme rejigged
The Government will hike fees and cut rebates as the EV policy is too successful.
Watch: Acting Prime Minister Carmel Sepuloni speaks with Mike Hosking
Acting Prime Minister Carmel Sepuloni speaks with Newstalk ZB's Mike Hosking as the Government rejigs feebate EV scheme and revelations that more than $300m in Auckland fuel tax has been left unspent. Video / Newstalk ZB
Classic car lovers descend on Bay of Islands for three-day auto event
Big crowds turn out to experience petrolhead heaven in Kaikohe, Kerikeri and Waitangi.
Joe Bennett: Far North road trip wasn't without challenges
We were into Northland proper and the Auckland money ran out.
Kerikeri road closure plan tweaked after outcry over GP access
Road closure would have also stopped some Kerikeri residents driving home.
Street racers need a 'safe, controlled' space, says 'petrolhead' ex-mayor, advocates
Community leaders support calls for safe venues after illegal street racing gatherings.
'Not genuine customers': Parking time limit for Trafalgar Square
Shoppers still have free parking for up to three hours in the main carpark.
Opinion: Street racing law blows a lot of smoke, but no real consequences
Opinion: It was hoped the threat of car crushing would be a deterrent to illegal racing.
Craig Cooper: Napier ram-raid solution is not a load of bollards
Opinion: The Aqua and Demio are the stolen cars of choice. How do we stop them ramming?
Rated and reviewed: The best NZ lollies to get at petrol stations for road trips
Which sweet snack is your on-the-road go-to?
Insurance company reveals the car most stolen
Drivers of Nissans in Northland, Toyotas and Mazdas elsewhere - lock your cars.
Reverse gear: Auckland Transport abandons plan to remove kerbside parking without consultation
Phil Goff called an earlier plan by AT "bloody arrogant".
Sean Sweeney: How the CRL will open up an entire rail network
OPINION: The Rail Link is more than improving transport, it's a transformative project.