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Motorsport and F1 news
'A tough start': Pit strategy costs Lawson in Japan
The Kiwi’s one-stop pit strategy didn’t yield the desired results.
Lawson drops places in underwhelming Japanese Grand Prix
The tight nature of the Japanese track ultimately cost the Kiwi.
Car news and reviews
It's alive: the return of the Hemi V8
Is the all-new Charger getting a Hemi V8 after all? It's looking increasing likely.
Next-gen Hyundai Nexo FCEV debuts with bold looks, longer range
Hyundai’s hydrogen SUV evolves with powertrain and tech gains with up to 700km in range.
Refreshed Hyundai Ioniq 6 revealed with new N Line variant
The updated Ioniq 6 gets a fresh design with cleaner lines and a more aerodynamic profile.
Ultimate hybrid guide 2025: every petrol-electric car and SUV in New Zealand
This year is all about hybrids and we're all over it! Check out our buying guide.
Sport news
Michael Burgess: The big questions over Eden Park’s future
As it stands, two of three biggest teams in this city have no interest in using Eden Park.
Alex Powell: The biggest threat to Lawson's Red Bull future reveals itself
OPINION: What we learned from the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.
Football Ferns matches cancelled due to unsafe pitch conditions
Interim coach Michael Mayne lost a key opportunity to prove his suitability.
More Motorsport and F1 News
‘Not easy’: Tsunoda on Lawson friendship after Red Bull switch
The Japanese driver hopes his friendship with the Kiwi remains intact.
Eric Thompson: How the fans got it right and Red Bull got it wrong
OPINION: F1 fans have clear view of the chaos at Red Bull.
Editorial: Fight for your dream, Liam Lawson
OPINION: There are only 20 jobs for the world's best drivers.
Alex Powell: The telltale sign Red Bull haven’t given up on Liam Lawson
OPINION: The Kiwi has been brutally demoted but Red Bull still see value in him.
‘Gut-wrenching’: Kiwi stars rally behind Lawson after F1 demotion
Liam Lawson was demoted to the Racing Bulls team after two grands prix.
More car news and reviews
Buy or lease? Choosing how to acquire your next new car
Buying or leasing are the two main options. Both come with their own pros and cons.
Nissan's performance Z Nismo brand is branching out.. into sushi knives
Just 240 knives have been produced, a reference to the classic Nissan 240Z.
Jac De-Fine concept at Melbourne Motor Show: it's definitely not a ute
Chinese commercial vehicle specialist cooks up futuristic lounge on wheels.
More Motorsport news
Opinion: Why Red Bull’s driver moves could cost them Verstappen
Opinion: Max Verstappen reportedly disagrees with Lawson's abrupt dismissal.
‘A team in crisis’: What the experts say about Liam Lawson & Red Bull
'A team in crisis': Reports of Kiwi driver's demotion have stirred the F1 community
‘Always seem to blame the driver’: Red Bull criticised for timing of Lawson’s demotion
Yuki Tsunoda will reportedly replace Lawson for the next race in Japan.
Alex Powell: If Liam Lawson isn’t Red Bull’s answer, neither is Yuki Tsunoda
OPINION: What we learned from the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.
‘Purely speculative’: Red Bull address reports Lawson will be dropped from F1 team
Christian Horner dismissed rumours of replacing Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda.
‘It just didn’t work today’: Liam Lawson upgraded to 12th in Chinese Grand Prix
Both Ferrari cars and Pierre Gasly's Alpine were found to be illegal.