Suzuki e Vitara first drive: leap of faith
What’s this new car all about then? Radical change, but in a non-confrontational way; that’s pretty much exactly…
Suzuki e Vitara EV pricing, specification for NZ… and an 8-year warranty
Suzuki NZ launches first-ever pure-electric SUV. First current Suzuki models in $50k (2WD) and $60k (AWD) price brackets.…
Kia NZ introduces ‘New Zealand’s best EV ownership offer’
Kia New Zealand is offering up to three years worth of reduced cost motoring for EV buyers. The…
Cheapest MG ZS gains turbo engine for New Zealand: it’s about the Vibe
Turbo engine moves down to entry-level MG ZS model. New Vibe boasts 54% more power than Excite, for…
The safest new vehicles, in every category: ANCAP reveals its rankings
Annual list of weighted-average safety scores published. Safest cars revealed in passenger, SUV and ute catgeories. Two brands…
Audi New Zealand reveals price for all-new Q3: how much for an SUV that’s a ‘smart digital companion’?
Three variants, including PHEV with 111km range. Fastest 195kW quattro the sole Q3 to offer a Sportback option.…
All-new Audi Q3 preview in New Zealand: step to the left
New Q3 previewed in NZ with left-hand drive model. Mild hybrid and quattro models for March 2026, e-hybrid…
Skoda Elroq compact-SUV launched in New Zealand: sustainable sauce
Skoda’s first pure-electric compact SUV. Two models for NZ, Elroq 60 and 85 Sportline. Interior showcases sustainable materials.…
BMW X3 20 xDrive M Sport quick review: a new class of SUV
The 4th-generation BMW X3 (G45 for BMW-nerds) is the first model you’d say had styling that was anything…
BYD New Zealand announces Atto 1 and Atto 2, Sealion 5 and Sealion 8: brace yourselves
New BYD models span tiny Atto 1 hatch to Sealion 8 with 3rd-row seating. ‘Breaking down barriers to…
Dongfeng confirmed for New Zealand launch: here come Box, Vigo and… 007
Dongfeng to enter NZ market with three new models. Aim is to ‘remove barriers to zero and low…
Toyota Corolla Cross first drive: sense and SUV-sensibility
What’s this new car all about then? The Corolla Cross is technically part of Toyota New Zealand’s compact-SUV…