Five years of AA DRIVEN Car Guide COTY: it's been a real variety show
This is one diverse bunch of cars, that's for sure.
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Lamborghini holds steady on EV plans despite industry slowdown
The Italian company remains on track to debut its first EV before 2023.
Did Toyota just confirm a next-gen Celica is in the works?
Toyota drops its strongest indication yet that we could see a new Celica as early as 2025.
Range Rover Haast Edition: super-luxury SV Bespoke model just for NZ
It's loaded with everything, but you will need to be quick if you want one!
Suzuki Jimny is the best Lifestyle/Adventure car of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
For a blend of heritage, fashion and 4x4 function, it's hard to beat the Suzuki Jimny.
BYD Sealion 6 is the best Hybrid/EV of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
BYD's 'DM-i' plug-in hybrid technology adapts to you, not the other way around.
Suzuki Swift is the best Passenger car of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
Swift is already a classic, but the new model meets 2024 wants and needs head-on.
Honda CR-V is the best Family SUV of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
An impressive range of engine choices and sheer practicality make the CR-V top choice.
Toyota C-HR is the best City SUV of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
C-HR remains the most individualistic and appealing of Toyota's small SUV family.
Tesla Model Y is the Safest car of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
Another year, and nothing has surpassed the Tesla Model Y for a top ANCAP safety rating.
Ford Everest is the best Large SUV of 2024: AA DRIVEN COTY
It won in 2023 and now it's won again: no Large SUV has come along to better the Everest.
Toyota RAV4 is the People's Choice for 2024 (again!): AA DRIVEN COTY
You can't keep a good SUV down... or indeed away from our People's Choice award.
The BYD Sealion 6 is the best new vehicle of the year: AA DRIVEN NZ Car of the Year overall winner
A clever hybrid with plenty of character beat all-comers for our big award this year.
Mahindra BE 6e and XEV 9e EVs revealed: let's keep the concept-car styling after all
Mahindra's long-promised EVs have been launched, and yes - they look outrageous.
Elton John & Scott McLaughlin together at last (well, their cars are, for auction in Auckland)
Christmas Classic/Performance Live auction in Auckland features a couple of A-list cars.
All the new MGs for New Zealand: how Chinese brand plans to double its model range next year
MG plans to move away from 'price-led' to 'value-led' for NZ with... lots of new models.
Mercedes-benz shows off next-gen, high-efficiency EV drivetrains
German maker claims big gains in real-world efficiency from its new EV technology.
Ridden: Aprilia RS 457 is a sub-500cc bike with the Gigi factor
The Aprilia RS 457 might be sub-500cc, but it’s oozing with racing spirit.
The ABCs of ADAS: what do all those car safety acronyms mean?
Here's a handy guide to all the acronyms car maker use to describe their safety systems.
Lotus reconsiders all-electric future
The brand is now looking to high performance hybrids as well.
Buy a house, get a free Camry.
An Auckland real estate agent is offering free Toyotas.
Whangārei Heads residents sick of slow pace want quick change
Should local speed limits be relaxed during school holidays?
General Motors officially launches Cadillac Formula 1 team
GM is heading into F1 with a Cadillac works team and an F1 legend.
Mazda CX-60 SP first drive: is this New Zealand's cheapest new 6-cylinder vehicle?
Mazda's new entry level CX-60 is a slick six-cylinder delight.
The next Chinese EV brand for NZ is Geely, and you know its work already
Giltrap Group has confirmed it will be the official New Zealand distributor for the brand.
Is Jaguar's rebrand a confused mess or an act of genius?
It seems like everyone has an opinion on it. Which was the whole point of the exercise.
Mazda CX-80 SUV launched in New Zealand: as simple as 1-2-3 (with 7 seats)
Mazda's 3rd new 'Large Platform' SUV helps the range make far more sense.
Hyundai reveals Ioniq 9 electric people mover
Hyundai has whipped the covers off its biggest EV to date: the 3 row, 7 seat Ioniq 9.
Toyota keeps diesel-electric hybrids on the radar
While diesel-powered hybrids haven't really taken off, Toyota hasn't written them off yet.
2024 AA DRIVEN Car Guide NZ Car of the Year: vote for People's Choice and win $5k of fuel or charge credit!
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These were the biggest stories in the motoring world from DRIVEN Car Guide for the week!
2024 AA DRIVEN Car Guide NZ Car of the Year: vote for Peoples Choice and win $5k of fuel or charge credit!
Which is your favourite top-10 car of 2024? Vote now and you could win.
How long can you go with the fuel light on?
Do you fear the fuel light? Or embrace the thrill of it?
Desert Road between Tūrangi and Waiouru to close for repairs
Closure will last for two months, according to NZTA Waka Kotahi.