Sleeping driver's epic journey
A woman with a sleeping disorder managed to drive from Hamilton to Mt Maunganui via Auckland overnight - an event which police say could've had a tragic ending.
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Minister's electric switch
Transport Minister Gerry Brownlee says his scepticism about electric cars has all but disappeared.
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Nissan has called on two of the company's leading international drivers to aid in the ongoing development of its Australian V8 Supercar program. Michael Krumm and Lucas Ordonez joined the four-car Nissan Altima squad at Winton Motor Raceway as part of the Nismo Global Driver Exchange. Source / Nissan Motorsport TV
Sneak Peak: Honda Civic Tourer
Honda has provided more information about the new Civic Tourer ahead of its official unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2013. The new Civic Tourer was developed and designed in Europe, allowing Honda's European R&D team to lead the creative and technical design process. The sleek and sophisticated profile of the Civic Tourer does not compromise the car's practicality. The Civic Tourer delivers exceptional versatility and functionality with class leading interior space of 624L (trunk volume with the rear seats up, measured up to the tonneau cover).
Sebastian Vettel's Soapbox Run
Triple Formula-1 champion Sebastian Vettel was guest at the Red Bull soapbox race in Herten, Germany and participated in the probably most extraordinary race in his career. Dressed up as Super Seb and in his own soapbox he raced down the 500 meter track. Video courtesy Red Bull
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Electric vehicles are still niche in the extreme, but right now in New Zealand you can buy externally rechargeable cars from Nissan, Mitsubishi and Holden.
Warrant of fitness changes announced
Changes to vehicle inspection rules will be introduced in two stages next year, Transport Minister Gerry Brownlee announced today.
Rally: See the fear in her eyes
Girl's eyes nearly pop out of her head during Auto Cross run in San Diego USA. Credit: Ethan Shepherd/NewsPoint
Car buying 101
A look at the challenges of shopping for the right car at the end of the year. Video courtesy General Motors