ANCAP tests large pickup’s ADAS features
As the popularity of American pickups continues to rise in New Zealand, ANCAP has turned its attention to the safety performance of the segment’s biggest players. And the results show there’s still room for improvement. In its first-ever Large Utilities ADAS Safety Comparison, the independent safety body evaluated how well some of...
Read moreDetailsAprilia RS 457 GP Replica unveiled at EICMA
Aprilia has added extra flair to its popular RS 457 range with the launch of the new RS 457 GP...
Kiwi Motorsport Diary Nov 7 – 10
There’s another full weekend of motorsport action on the global stage with Kiwis racing in Brazil, Tasmania, Bahrain, Italy and Portugal. Liam...
Will BYD bring its tiny Kei EV to New Zealand?
BYD New Zealand is looking into introducing its first Kei-class electric vehicle, the recently revealed BYD Racco — if it’s...
Ford Ranger and Everest models lose bi-turbo diesel engine
Ford New Zealand has announced the popular 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel four-cylinder engine will no longer be available in the Ranger...
BYD claims price parity with $29,990 Atto 1
BYD has announced pricing for three new models bound for New Zealand, with the compact Atto 1 Essential achieving what...
Bruce McLaren’s Auckland gravesite vandalised in repeat attacks
The gravesite of New Zealand motorsport icon Bruce McLaren has fallen victim to a series of vandalism attacks. The repeat...
Priceless movie car collection heads to auction as museum liquidates stock
An incredible collection of vehicles that have graced the silver screen in the world’s biggest movies is heading to auction. The collection comes from the Paris-based Pop Central Museum, and is made up of 50 cars and 19 motorcycles. Hosted by Bonhams, the auction will be running online from November 21 to 28, allowing international buyers to compete for the priceless vehicles. Headlining the collection are four screen-used cars, from different corners of movie pop culture over the last...
Read moreDetailsBentley reveals details of its upcoming electric SUV
Bentley has announced more details of its first all-electric SUV, as well as giving us the first official glimpse of...
Bentley teases hardcore ‘Supersports’ Continental GT
Bentley Motors is resurrecting its iconic Supersports badge, with a hardcore new Continental GT model. Few details of this upcoming...
Updated Bullet 650 headlines Royal Enfield’s EICMA unveilings
Royal Enfield has celebrated its 125 anniversary by unveiling a handful of new two-wheeled offerings at EICMA 2025. Headlining these...
BSA enters adventure bike segment with all-new Thunderbolt
BSA has unveiled its first adventure bike offering at EICMA, touching down in the form of the Thunderbolt. Named after...
Dongfeng launching soon in New Zealand with three all-electric models
- Affordable Chinese EV brand targets Kiwi drivers with value, range, and advanced tech New Zealand’s electric vehicle market will soon...
Ford boosts Maverick’s performance with Mustang parts
Ford has unveiled a Maverick pick-up with increased performance at the brand’s SEMA display in the US. Dubbed the Maverick...
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