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New GWM Cannon ute for New Zealand powers up and tows more
GWM has added the 2.4-litre engine from the larger Alpha to its mainstream Cannon ute.
Lexus breaks global and New Zealand sales records in 2024
Lexus is on a roll with sales both locally and internationally.
LDV NZ launches 7-year warranty for entire new vehicle range
LDV is turning up the heat in the local LCV segment with a comprehensive new offering.
2025 Mazda3 range arrives in New Zealand
Mazda New Zealand's small car range goes hatch-only for 2025.
Porsche sculpture sells for more than the real thing
A sculpture of a Porsche 911 has sold for more than a real 911!
All-new Skoda Superb for NZ: cop this, it's even bigger now
New wagon is large and aims to be in charge of a very traditional segment.
NZ-bound 2026 Lyriq-V unleashed as quickest Cadillac ever
Caddy SUV has launch Control, customisable V-Mode and Competitive Mode.
Why BMW thinks oversized screens are bad for driving
Rhombus-shaped infotainment screen aimed at reducing distraction and enhancing usability.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado by Arctic Trucks: AT37 might be 4x4 heaven
Famed builder of the Top Gear Polar Hilux has created an extreme Land Cruiser Prado.
Volkswagen Golf R review: blue beat
The Golf R 8.5 hasn't changed that much, but still manages to be much better.
Audi turns Q6 e-tron into extreme off-roader
Outrageous off-road mods turn Q6 e-tron into a 'highly emotive' EV, says Audi.
Electric vehicles now matching petrol cars in lifespan, study finds
For each year of production, EV failure rates have declined by 12%.
Honda reportedly considering all-electric Type R
Japanese maker acknowledges the complexity of creating a proper R-experience with an EV.
MG ZS petrol for New Zealand: entry model still below $30k
MG's new petrol-only variants fit neatly underneath the existing Hybrid+ models.
Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 & GLB 35 MHEV first drives: mild updates
They're little but they're loud, and now Mercedes-AMG's baby SUVs have mild hybrid tech.
Ferrari & Hot Wheels: Italian maker shuns Formula 1, just wants its own toys
First collaboration between Ferrari and Hot Wheels for over a decade gets green light.
Toyota-backed flying car takes to the skies in Japan
It's the first time the "flying taxi" has been flown outside the USA.
When is it time to say goodbye to your old car?
When repairs outpace reliability, it might be time to upgrade.
Toyota GR86 Hakone Edition first drive: green means go
Toyota NZ has just 16 GR86 Hakone Edition models to sell. But what are you getting?
Hot Wheels launches full Formula 1 range (and a track!): racing is no small matter
Hot Wheels and Formula 1 have ramped up their big-bucks brand partnership.
Land Rover's all-electric Defender might not arrive soon
The Defender's supreme off-road capability is making the switch to electricity a challenge
Bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom celebrates 2024's Year of the Dragon
One customer is celebrating the Chinese New Year in style.
Why Lamborghini wants its classic cars to stay that way
Lamborghini has no intention to get onboard the 'continuation' train.
‘Catastrophic failure’: Luxury Mercedes-Benz owner wins payout after engine blew up
A man's $50,000 Mercedes was plagued by engine failure barely a year after purchase.
Ford Escape ST-Line X PHEV review: should you buy this instead of the normal hybrid?
Adding a plug brings a whole new side to the Escape. But it also loses something as well.
Disgraced car dealer sent customer photos of excrement & genitalia
The ex-dealer has had multiple rulings made against him by a vehicle disputes tribunal.
What are the best new cars you can buy in New Zealand right now?
Car of the Year has been and gone for 2024 and these are the pick of the bunch!