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2025 Aston Martin DB12 Review

September 28, 2025

In its metamorphosis from DB11 to DB12, the Aston Martin GT moves to V8 power only but is quicker and its maker says it is a ‘Super Tourer’. Is it really? The Aston Martin DB12 arrives as both Coupe and Volante, and it takes over from the DB11, which was produced between 2016 and 2023. Despite the shared DNA, the “DB” badge, a V8 engine, and an eight-speed automatic, the commonality stops there. Aston Martin wants this latest creation to be regarded not as a GT but as a ‘Super Tourer’. That’s a bold...

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2025 KIA Tasman X-Pro vs Ford Ranger Wildtrak Comparison

The Kia Tasman has arrived, giving ute buyers yet more choice in a crowded market. How does it stack up...

by Alex Schultz

September 27, 2025

Mazda

2015–2023 Mazda CX-3 – ReView

The Mazda CX-3 is a small SUV that’s long been a popular choice for buyers wanting the height and style...

by Alex Schultz

September 26, 2025

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2025 Tesla Model Y RWD

School holidays, torrential rain, and a cross-country mission to take my daughter to the “exotic” Bay of Plenty town of...

by Alex Schultz

September 24, 2025

Nissan

2025 Nissan Patrol Ti Review

Nissan is now selling an updated Patrol, not that you’d know from a casual glance. Inside, however, is a ‘modern...

by Alex Schultz

September 22, 2025

MG Motor

MGU9 – First Drive, with video walkaround

Key Details • MGU9 Explore $60,990• MGU9 Explore X $63,990• MGU9 Explore Pro $68,990• 2.5-litre turbodiesel making 160kW and 520Nm•...

by Alex Schultz

September 22, 2025

BMW

2025 BMW M5 Touring Review

The M5 is back in Touring guise. Does this make for the most replete performance car for the modern age?...

by Alex Schultz

September 20, 2025

BYD

2025 BYD Sealion 6 Essential Review

by Alex Schultz

September 17, 2025

There’s been a bit of buzz around so-called super hybrids out of China lately. These pack a battery capacity that gives you more than just a semblance of engine-off driving, while they tout a touring range of over 1000km. BYD is keen to remind people its Sealion 6 super hybrid was here first, and in the face of new competition landing with aggressive pricing, BYD has added the Essential variant to its line-up. It’s essentially (soz) a new entry point to Sealion 6 ownership with a few less things on board. It has the same series hybrid set-up as the Dynamic...

Peugeot

2025 Peugeot 5008 GT Review

Peugeot renews its biggest SUV, the 5008, entering its third generation. But does its modest powertrain work in a large...

by Alex Schultz

September 15, 2025

Ferrari

2025 Ferrari 12Cilindri Ice Drive

We take to the ice in the latest V12 offering from the Prancing Horse. Is the 12Cilindri your next skid...

by Alex Schultz

September 14, 2025

Audi

2025 Audi SQ6 e-tron review

There’s a stronger Q6 e-tron available over the S-Line. Is the SQ6 worth the modest extra ask? SUVs are the...

by Alex Schultz

September 13, 2025

MG Motor

2025 MG QS Essence Review

MG has a new SUV amongst its ranks, and it’s big. The QS is a large seven-seater that lands with...

by Alex Schultz

September 12, 2025

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2025 Toyota GR86 Hakone Review

If you’re a fan of Initial D or Speedhunters, you might be familiar with the town of Hakone, south west...

by Alex Schultz

September 10, 2025

Electric

2025 Mini Aceman SE Favoured Review

The Aceman is something new from Mini. Think of this as the electric alternative to the ICE-powered Cooper 5-door, with...

by Alex Schultz

September 8, 2025

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