Build Projects
Project EV – John’s VW Karmann Ghia – Part01: The Plan
I can't recall where it all started, possibly the desire to own a beautiful classic car that was a bit different. I...
Project Gigawatt – Back to the Future Delorean – Issue no.1 – 10
I have been a car and movie geek for as long as I can remember and for over the last 20 years I have...
Project FZ12 : Fraser & Zac’s Hand Built Supercar – Part 39: Fluids
It's great to be finally getting to the stage where I'm having to consider things like brake and power steering fluid etc as it's...
Must Read Stories
Jeep Gladiator coming to New Zealand
The new Jeep Gladiator is due to arrive in August, introducing the only “convertible truck” in the world to the New Zealand...
2020 Aston Martin Vantage Manual – Car Review – New Dog, Old Tricks
Like any true petrolhead I like a manual car. It doesn’t matter if it's a bog-standard hatchback or the most exotic of...
If James Bond had two wheels – the AMB 001 by Aston Martin
Aston Martin and Brough Superior Motorcycles have begun officially testing the AMB 001, a limited-run track-only superbike, at circuit Pau-Arnos in France.
2020 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 2.4D VRX 4WD – Car Review – A go-anywhere family SUV
Back in 2017 I reviewed the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport XLS and loved it. I gave it a 5 chevron review as it...
2020 Hyundai Ioniq PHEV Series II – Car Review
We’ve said it before, and it’s worth saying again; a plug-in hybrid is a perfect stepping stone for those car buyers who...
Mazda Unveils All-New BT-50
Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the introduction of the all-new Mazda BT-50 ute, premiered to the world on 17 June 2020. The...
Latest Reviews
Product Reviews
DriveSense Ranger Duo Dash Cam – Product Review – Unboxing and install
Like many guys who are into cars and maybe just a little geeky, I’ve always wanted a dash cam. Not only because...
Product Review – Matson Bluetooth Battery Monitor
I thought I'd do a quick review of this gadget as it's a useful thing for those of us who have project or race...
Product Review – Dash Cam – The Navman MiVue 580
The Navman MiVue 580 dash cam is a great entry-level dash cam that will give you great day-quality recordings and still images day and...
Sena 20S bluetooth headset review – transform the way you ride
After a string of cheap and nasty headsets for my daughter and me on our bike rides, I finally bit the bullet and went...
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Ford’s Mustang GT Black Shadow Fastback heading to New Zealand
Dealers are now taking deposits for the limited number of the Ford Mustang GT Black Shadow Fastback, destined to arrive in New...
2020 Hyundai Veloster Elite – Car Review – 2+1=4
Hyundai’s take on the 2020 Veloster is that it’s “Sports coupe-cool for the 2020s”. It does look cool, with its 2+1 door...
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 400 d 4Matic – Car Review – Does size matter?
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS 400 d 4Matic - Car Review - Does size matter?A few months ago Fred and...
Auckland to Wellington in a used Nissan Leaf – patience is key
We tested a used Nissan Leaf back in 2017, when one of our readers generously suggested we take his for a week....
Deliveries of Aston Martin DB5 this year
Incredibly, Aston Martin DB5 production has resumed after 55 years, as build work begins on DB5 Goldfinger Continuation cars at Aston Martin...
2020 MINI Countryman released
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MINI has unveiled its latest Countryman, the largest member of the range. The new car features aesthetic updates, mechanical upgrades and connectivity...
Subaru NZ introduces the hybrid Forester and XV
Hot on the heels of an eventual Covid-19
wind down, the New Zealand arrival of Subaru’s All-Wheel Drive e-Boxer Hybrids
in Forester and XV...
Five Things About The 2020 Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Volante
Another day, another Aston Martin not that I’m complaining. There’s something uniquely special about what many consider Britain’s answer to Ferrari. Except...
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Hyundai confirms all-new Palisade SUV for New Zealand
Hyundai New Zealand has announced they will be adding the all-new Hyundai Palisade to their New Zealand SUV line-up later this year.
2020 Volvo V60 T8 AWD R-Design PHEV – Car Review – Eco weapon, in the right hands
Volvo is not the brand you might remember, times have changed for the better. We have tested many of the vehicles available...
Project EV – John’s VW Karmann Ghia – Part01: The Plan
I can't recall where it all started, possibly the desire to own a beautiful classic car that was a bit different. I...
2020 Mazda3 SkyActiv-X First Drive
I’m a big fan of Mazda and what they’re doing at the moment. They’re the plucky underdog in the mainstream market fighting...
2020 VW Touareg arriving soon, with 900Nm
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Claiming its position as Volkswagen’s most powerful SUV, the Touareg V8 TDI produces a colossal 900 Nm of torque. Greg Leet, General...