The Australasian New Car Assessment Program or ANCAP has announced a refreshed rating criteria for new car safety that will be implemented from 2026. Arguably the most significant change for everyday drivers comes from the driver monitoring system updates. ANCAP acknowledges that some systems can distract drivers, stating: “They beep...
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When BYD first arrived in New Zealand, the Chinese brand stole the spotlight for two reasons; its reasonably priced all-electric...
Guangzhou Automobile Group Co, or GAC as it goes by, is displaying two of its all-new vehicles at an exclusive...
Land Rover is gearing up for the Dakar, unveiling a purpose-built Defender Dakar D7X-R that will take on the 2026...
Renault is set to open the doors to one of the most significant brand auctions in recent memory, with 100...
Stellantis chairman John Elkann has issued one of the strongest warnings yet from a major carmaker over Europe’s tightening emissions...
Kia has revealed a more adventurous take on its EV5 electric SUV, unveiling the EV5 WKNDR concept at the Guangzhou...
Mazda New Zealand is weighing up whether to add another electric model to its future line-up, confirming the EZ-60 SUV is now under active review for this market. The move follows the brand’s decision to import the 6E electric sedan from China, which arrives locally in 2026. EVs and Beyond reported Mazda NZ’s product and communications manager, Paul Sherley, as saying the EZ-60 is firmly on the table as the brand shapes its next phase of electrification. “It is...
Read moreDetailsFord’s updated 2026.50 Ranger and Everest line-up will feature broader V6 availability, fresh styling, expanded technology and a revised model...
Mazda has officially confirmed its all-new electric offering, the Mazda 6e, will arrive in New Zealand in the second half...
Team Porsche New Zealand (TPNZ), in partnership with Earl Bamber Motorsport (EBM), has confirmed its 2026 racing programme, with young...
Audi is doubling down on its Chinese strategy, expanding its partnership with SAIC and launching another model under its AUDI...
Gordon Murray Automotive has smashed the auction record for a brand-new car, with the first build slot for the upcoming...
This eye-catching Genesis Wingback wagon concept is just that at this stage. And if it was to get the green...
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