The best workplaces in NZ - as rated by employees - have been named, so we asked them what made it such a great place to work.

Police have begun deploying advanced roadside technology including gathering biometric data to better identify drink-drivers.

Police have begun deploying advanced roadside technology including gathering biometric data to better identify drink-drivers, including those who give false names. Police Minister Michael Woodhouse this morning officially launched the national roll-out of the "Booze Bus Biometrics (BBB) system". "The BBB system will enable police to confirm, within minutes, the identities of people in the system that they intend to charge with drink-driving offences by electronically scanning fingerprints, taking digital photographs and comparing the data to existing police records", Mr Woodhouse said.

McLaren have released photos of the upcoming P1 GTR testing in Bahrain, the first chance we've had to see what the car looks like in action. McLaren also have unveiled what the P1 GTR's carbon fibre clad interior looks like, including the new bespoke F1 inspired steering wheel. Photos / Supplied

Auckland drivers appear to strongly favour motorway tolls over rates rises - if they have to pay anything more to fill a $12 billion transport funding gap.

A man who can't use his legs has been charged with dangerous driving after being caught using a shortened walking stick to operate his car.

The prospect of cars travelling New Zealand highways with no one behind the wheel is moving closer says new Transport Minister Simon Bridges.

After a brilliant Bathurst, Nissan Motorsport are out to prove they've arrived as a major player on the V8 Supercars scene at this weekend's Gold Coast 600.

On October 19th 2014 an Audi RS 7 piloted driving concept raced the Hockenheimring driverless at the physical limit. These are the highlights of the event. Source: Audi Deutschland

Z Energy boss Mike Bennetts says the return of $2 a litre petrol could be on the cards if oil prices continue to plummet.

After being chased out of Argentina by an angry mob, you would think that Jeremy Clarkson would keep a low profile for at least a few weeks.

Since Bernie Ecclestone thinks nothing of holding tête-à-têtes with tyrants in his own image, he was asked in Bahrain last year if he would ever consider taking a grand prix to Syria.

Holden NZ are refreshing their range by adding a selection of Opel vehicles to the lineup. They will be badged as Holden's when they arrive in New Zealand next year. Photos / Liz Dobson, Supplied