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Citroen Cactus
Driven Magazine Editor, Liz Dobson, tests the new 2015 Citroen Cactus. Photos by Ted Baghurst
Many kids still not restrained in cars
Almost 7 per cent of children under 5 are not properly restrained in cars, a survey shows, and police say more could be done to ensure children are safe.
The car tech we need so cycling isn't so dangerous
If vehicle technology has made it safer to ride in cars, should automakers now make it safer for people who don't even use cars to travel around them?
Apple car? Don't hold your breath
The Apple rumour of the moment is that the tech giant is stretching its wings and getting into the automotive industry.
Praise for cops after sinking car rescue
"I'd say she'd probably only had maximum probably another minute, minute-and-a-half if she hadn't got out," said an officer who helped woman from car.
Saved from sinking BMW
Two police officers who dragged a 63-year-old woman from her sinking car at an Auckland wharf believe she was about a minute away from drowning.
Why Silicon Valley wants to be new car capital
Google is investing in self-driving cars, drones and satellites. Apple is developing an electric vehicle. Why is Silicon Valley so into cars?
Does new tech mean the end of fender-benders?
Today it's possible and relatively inexpensive for us to make cars and trucks that identify an imminent collision and automatically brake.