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Next-gen Hyundai Nexo FCEV debuts with bold looks, longer range
Nexo hydrogen car can now cover 700km from a 5-minute fill.
New Toyota GR Corolla teased with aero overhaul and torque bump
Toyota has previewed a new GR Corolla with aero and track performance enhancements.
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Electric & hybrid car news
Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.
MG4 vs GWM Ora: ultimate cheap EV shootout
We take an up-close look at two of NZ's cheapest new EVs.
For the car enthusiast
Next-gen Mazda6 could reportedly get inline-6 engine, RWD
Is Mazda poised to release a new Mazda6 complete with its brilliant new 6-cylinder engine?
Ford Ranger turns into 6x6 hybrid beast with 3800kg max payload
Could this be the ultimate ute adventure machine?
Report: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance could get new motor
Updated VIN may have inadvertently given us a clue about the new powertrain.
More car news
Pork Pie Charity Run is back on for 2025: look out Invercargill
Minis old and new are driving 2300km to raise funds for KidsCan.
Kia Carnival Water hybrid review: classy and a class of one
The Carnival used to be all about diesel power, but not any more.
What exactly is a plug-in hybrid?
Confused about the differences between hybrids and plug-in hybrids? Here's a simple guide.
Watch Honda prove a point in the most spectacular way
Hanging three SUVs from a crane to show how tough the are? That's how you prove a point.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is heading to New Zealand for the first time
International Stadium-scale show features life-sized versions of toy trucks.
Lexus New Zealand adds a plug to RX hybrid (and another NX PHEV)
The addition of PHEV technology is a first for the RX in New Zealand.
Kiwi car savers: simple ways to reduce your motoring costs
You don't have to make major changes - just be a bit more proactive.
Mini pair score top marks in ANCAP testing
Mini's electric Cooper E hatch and Countryman have both scored 5 stars in ANCAP testing.
Elroq RS: Skoda teases hot version of its baby EV-SUV
The teaser video showcases key exterior and interior differences for the RS.
Toyota C-HR Limited long-term test: playing in the park
We've talked about driving our C-HR a lot, but now let's talk about stopping.
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS T-Hybrid review: in the club
We take the 911 T-Hybrid to meet a tough crowd: the Porsche Club of NZ 50th celebration.
Now you can spend EVEN MORE money on Aston Martin's racing simulator
Aston Martin has updated its pricey racing sim with more power and an even bigger pricetag
New cars versus used: why buying box-fresh might be the smart thing to do right now
Are oversupply and low finance rates are making new-car buying the better choice?
Cupra Formentor & Leon ST first drive: triangulated location
Meet some some new shark-nosed cars with a few triangles attached.
TR Group, Toyota NZ launch hydrogen heavy truck
The 50-tonne DAF CF truck has been fitted with two Toyota fuel cells and has a 500km range
Nissan locks in key hybrid and EV models for NZ by 2027
Nissan's global product plan has confirmed a number of key models destined for our shores.
Audi A5 Avant plug-in hybrid revealed: NZ-bound wagon has 110km EV range
This will be the first (and only) 'A5' for NZ, joining the performance S5.
Classic Porsche 911 reborn as electric restomod with sub-4.0s sprint
A 964 with a 62kWh battery replacing its air-cooled flat-six; sensational or sacrilege?
LDV Deliver 7 review: barn raising
There's plenty to recommend the Deliver 7 as a budget cargo-carrier.
Hyundai Insteroid teased as brand’s wildest EV concept yet
A wild "track-focussed" version of a tiny city EV? Yeah, that sounds like fun.
Next-gen Toyota engines to use Gazoo Racing technology
The tech used to make the GR cars go faster will make the mainstream cars more efficient.
Audi S5 Avant first drive: carry on quattro
New platform and even a new name: the S5 is picking up where the S4 left off.
GWM Tank 300 turbo-diesel: now there are 3 (engines in the range, that is)
New Ultra turbo-diesel ups the tow rating of the Tank 300 to 3 tonnes.
What are axial flux motors and are they the future of EVs?
Axial flux motors are gaining attention for their potential to reshape performance.
Former Holden handling guru Rob Trubiani joins GWM in Australia
The man responsible for making Holden Commodores ride and handle joins GWM Australia/NZ.
Is Liam Lawson in trouble? Red Bull mulls changes ahead of Japanese GP
Red Bull is reportedly considering replacing Liam Lawson as early as April.
NZ's Ram pickup truck downsizes but powers up with new Hurricane engine
Goodbye Hemi V8: new Ram gets 3.0-litre twin-turbo 6-cylinder engine.
Tesla Model Y NZ pricing: mainstream models slice more than $5k off Launch Editions
Full details revealed for both RWD and dual-motor AWD versions.
This armoured Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is a stealth fortress
Inkas Armored has converted the latest 250 Series into a full-scale mobile fortress.
Ayburn Classic in Central Otago: 'it will be one of the premiere reasons to come to Queenstown'
Around 5000 people visited the inaugural show last weekend.
Mercedes-Benz trials AI and humanoid robots at Berlin factory
Mercedes-Benz is turning one site into a proving ground for future carmaking.
NZ's top 5 family SUVs: which one suits your needs?
There's vast choice in technology and features among this quintet of medium SUVs.
Kia EV3 first drive: localised efficiency
Kia's new small EV could well be its best one yet.
Smart #3 review: smarter than the average Benz
Chinese EV smarts propel Smart's little electric SUV beyond its solid German origins.
Audi TT could return as an all-electric sports car
The iconic sports car could share an EV platform with the electric Porsche Boxster.
Watch: Brad Pitt F1 movie trailer brings high-speed thrills
A new trailer for the upcoming F1 movie from the director of Top Gun: Maverick has landed.
These might be the sleekest sports cars of the EV age
The Longbow Speedster and Roadster have been revealed. And they look good!
World Car of the Year finalists announced
The top 3 finalists in the 6 categories for World Car of the Year have been announced.
Skoda Kodiaq Selection TDI review: this is large-SUV gold
Name us a better packaged large SUV, with better features, at any price. Go on.
Kia EV3 NZ pricing revealed, EV4 makes local debut
Kia has revealed its NZ pricing and line up for the EV3, with a special guest appearance.