Tesla drivers report steering wheels detatching
Model Ys were delivered to customers with a missing bolt that holds the wheel.
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Wanganui Street Drags deliver drama, action and ‘a bit of fire’
A big crowd turned out for an exciting day's racing on Taupō Quay.
Huge demand for tow trucks stretches workers
Workers pushed to limit as frustration leads to some stress-related abuse.
'Far better than I thought': Monster truck redemption - crowds pack out Auckland show of maligned tour
The venue's promoter said the speedway wouldn't host the show if it wasn't confident.
Road rage horror: 14-year-old one of two charged with murder after minor car crash
One man dead after suspected road rage knife attack - two teens arrested.
‘So much blood’: Resident tried to save life of man stabbed to death after minor road crash; police locate black BMW
Police “urgently appealing for witnesses” to last night's incident.
Musk vows to take on petrol rivals with Tesla’s cheapest ever car - shares fall
EV maker to move from premium manufacturer to a mass-market producer.
Drag cars roaring back into Whanganui
The Wanganui Road Rodders is also celebrating 50 years as a club in 2022.
Turners confirms 'upward pricing pressure' on vehicles after cyclone
Auction firm says there may be a short-term imbalance in demand and supply of used cars.
Jarden Brief: Car battery wheeler dealers send lithium market into a flap
Upheaval in the EV market had far-reaching consequences for a mining company.
Who’s in charge? The battle for control of the Auckland port
When Mayor Wayne Brown told the Auckland port company what to do, the company said no.
Ram raiders hit West Auckland tobacco store
The Toyota hatchback used in the raid was left dumped in front of the Wicked Habits store.
Ferrari raises outlook after record-breaking 2022
Financial Times: As investors want safe-haven assets, could Ferrari be recession-proof?
Ford slashes Mustang Mach-E prices as EV battle heats up
Financial Times: Mustang move comes after Tesla reduced cost of electric vehicles in US.
Burma rally heads through Whanganui region
A wide range of vehicles from Ford to Chevy to Dodge to Alfa to Saab to Renault took part.
'The noise was unreal’: Hundreds of cars swamp Piha
It was difficult to drive around Piha yesterday, leaving locals far from impressed.
Big car, big dollars, big hopes for NZ offer at top US auction
Restored customised Mustang foots it with elite US muscle car builders.
Scientists 'confirm' penis size rumour
University researchers claim to have established a link between 'manhood' and sports cars.
Focus: Catalytic converter thieves caught red-handed as trend grows
Portage Cars in New Lynn has caught two would-be catalytic converter thieves in the last month that could the business and other victim motorists thousands to replace. Video / NZ Herald
Trouble at Tesla: The end of a golden age of growth?
Financial Times: The EV giant’s future is threatened by various factors.
Focus: New Zealand's 2022 road toll
New Zealand's 2022 road toll. Statistics / Te Manatū Waka - Ministry of Transport
Romania seizes more cars in Andrew Tate case; court next week
The divisive social media personality is detained on charges of human trafficking, rape.
Tesla says it sold a record 1.3 million vehicles last year
But a shortfall for Tesla came despite a major year-end sales push.
West Auckland liquor store targeted in overnight ram raid
West Liquor on Henderson Valley Rd is the latest victim of the ram raid crime wave.
One person confirmed dead after car fire in Taranaki
Police say they don't know how the fire started.
Watch: Is this NZ’s funniest car yard? Behind the scenes at the Auckland dealer going viral
Meet the team behind Portage Cars - the New Lynn dealer using comedy to sell.
Focus: Viral Auckland car yard using comedy to sell cars
Portage Cars in New Lynn have gone viral on TikTok using comedy to sell cars. Video / NZ Herald
Top Gear star Freddie Flintoff airlifted to hospital after horror crash
Former England cricketer airlifted to hospital from test track.
Hit-and-run death: Name suppression lapses for man charged with murder
Armed police responded to a Glen Eden car park last month where a man died.
$37m jump-start: Auto parts start-up stages record capital raise
Startup tackles a simple-sounding but actually fiendishly tricky problem.
Nearly 2700 WoFs invalid: Auckland mechanic suspended from performing checks for ‘improper’ inspections
Waka Kotahi telling vehicle owners with WoFs from Mr Q's Auto Henderson to get new checks.
Labour changes to car standards - this time with National support
National still opposes car standards after Labour introduces bill to delay them
Thieves ram raid, smash into five Auckland businesses overnight
A dairy, Subway outlet, restaurant, vape store and car yard have all been damaged.