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Cheapest Tesla EV to start production in June
On the back of plummeting profits Tesla has firmed up plans for an affordable model.
Watch out, Toyota: Chery unveils Himla ute brand for global markets
Chery has revealed a new ute and yet another brand to sell it under.
Lexus ES revealed: hybrid and electric but BYO phone
New ES still based on Toyota Camry, but branches out into pure-electric power.
Geely EX5 Inspire review: SUV superiority
Geely's experience in premium EVs (Volvo, Polestar) really shows in the $55k EX5.
New Zealand’s newest car brands: what you need to know
Confused about all the new carmakers in NZ? You won't be after reading this.
'Didn’t think I had a face': Former England cricketer opens up on horror Top Gear crash
Flintoff suffered serious facial injuries and broken ribs while filming in 2022.
Lexus LBX Morizo RR review: a tiny upgrade
Littlest Lexus gets a big injection of Toyota GR performance.
Mercedes-Benz confirms steer-by-wire for production by 2026
System eliminates traditional mechanical link between steering wheel and front axle.
Haval H6 GT Ultra PHEV review: frugal and ferocious
One minute you're driving an eco-car, next you're doing 0-100km/h in 4.9sec.
BMW Vision Neue Klasse shows off drift-ready EV tech
Concept shows how future-focused EV architecture can still deliver classic RWD theatrics.
China’s Lotus takes over UK’s Lotus: is that good or bad?
Since 2023 there have been 2 separate Lotuses, or maybe 3 depending on how you look at it.
Audi RS 3 first drive: five alive
The key thing about the new RS 3 is that it still has the classic-RS 5-cylinder engine.
Mercedes-Benz’s Vision V might be the ultimate luxury people mover
Not a van: Vision V positions itself as a fully electric luxury limousine.
Suzuki Swift AllGrip FX is a rugged hatch with urban grit
More over Porsche 911 Dakar? Swift FX AWD is for light adventuring.
Mercedes-Benz taps global creators for all-new CLA art cars
‘Class of Creators’ kicks off with a bespoke CLA art car by American rapper Ice Spice.
Chery is coming back to New Zealand (although it’s kind of here already)
How will the Chery Tiggo 4 fit in with the sister Omoda and Jaecoo brands?
Hyundai Tucson II Hybrid N Line Limited review: playing a long game
Why is the facelifted Tucson hybrid suddenly longer than the old one? It's complicated.
Next-gen Nissan GT-R R36 confirmed as hybrid, launching by 2030
Original plan for pure-electric GT-R now rejected as 'not authentic'.
Mini delays EV-only plans, will keep petrol cars beyond 2030
Timeline has now been revised as ICE models continue to be in demand.
Rolls-Royce builds a chess set, and of course it’s exquisite
Not just a game: a fully engineered product, complete with ceramic pieces.
GWM Cannon Lux review: friendly fire
GWM has refreshed its Cannon ute with less chrome, but a much better engine.
Kia EV3 named 2025 World Car of the Year as EVs sweep awards
Kia's latest entrant into the NZ market just scored a big international win.
More local details revealed for Kia Tasman ute
Just after announcing pricing, Kia NZ has revealed spec details for its upcoming ute.
Kia reveals aggressive pricing for Tasman ute
Kia becomes the latest entrant into the ute segment to undercut the Ford Ranger.
Would you convert your EV into a hybrid? This new engine makes it possible
In a new twist, there is now a compact hybrid powertrain can be retrofitted into an EV.
Here’s a severe weather checklist to help you stay safe on the roads
If you can't avoid driving in this weather, at least be as safe as you can: here's how.
Limited Mercedes-Benz G-Class evokes 1980s nostalgia
The 'Stronger than the 1980s' Edition G-Wagen is very limited, very retro and very awesome