• Squaring up to the new Toyota Prado
    The new Prado is part of a growing shift in 4WD SUV design toward tough, practical square- edged design. This is the first  new Prado in 15 years, and the SUV market has moved ahead in the time it...
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LDV launch 2 new LCV models in NZ
Tuesday, 04 February 2025

In a significant move to strengthen its presence in the New Zealand LCV market, LDV has unveiled two new vehicles (well  one new and one improved) designed specifically for hard-working Kiwis – the

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JAC T9 a 'value plus' ute
Tuesday, 04 February 2025

The new JAC T9 is a highly capable ute, complete with state of the art driver assists and upmarket refinement, but it won’t break the bank to own it.

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Van of the Year 2024 - The All-New 2025 Peugeot E-Expert
Thursday, 19 December 2024

Thanks to the arguably turbulent times we live in of late, the launch/release of new vehicles on to New Zealand’s commercial vehicle car lots this year have been somewhat subdued.

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Revamped Honda Civic, smarter and electrified
Tuesday, 04 February 2025

Since its introduction in 1972, the Honda Civic has been a stalwart of the Honda line-up, cementing itself in near-iconic  status on a global scale.

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Executive car of the year - Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Friday, 20 December 2024

SUVs may very well be dominating the NZ automotive landscape right now, but the Mercedes-Benz E-Class remains a spotlight on the enduring appeal of the luxury sedan.

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Medium SUV of the Year 2024 - VW Tiguan
Friday, 13 December 2024

In the fiercely competitive medium SUV segment, Volkswagen has once again set a benchmark with the introduction of the third-generation Tiguan.

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Introducing the all-new third generation Honda HR-V
Wednesday, 02 October 2024

Since its debut in 1988 (1989 in New Zealand), the Hi-Rider Revolutionary Vehicle – better known as the HR-V – has held a steadfast place in Honda’s lineup, celebrated for its fuel efficiency, room

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Mercedes-Benz eVito
Wednesday, 03 July 2024

Hopefully you caught my drift with the headline, but just like Danny DeVito, despite its smaller silhouette, the Mercedes-Benz eVito panel van is big on personality and great at its job.

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Lexus LBX arrives in NZ
Wednesday, 03 July 2024

The first-ever Lexus LBX has arrived in NZ, and we weren’t invited to the launch.

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Kia EV5 EV, smaller in size but BIG battery
Tuesday, 04 February 2025
The Kia EV5 combines sustainability, practicality, and advanced technology, making it a standout addition to any corporate  fleet.
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We test out the new Honda HR-V e:HEV
Wednesday, 04 December 2024
The third-generation model encapsulates Honda’s core ethos of efficiency, style, and practicality, building on the heritage of the original HR-V, which made its revolutionary debut in 1998,...
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We test out the new Toyota Camry ZR Hybrid
Wednesday, 04 December 2024
The 2025 Toyota Camry represents a significant achievement for a model that has long been a staple in the automotive industry.
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Efficiency, power and safety all in one compact SUV
Wednesday, 04 December 2024
Efficiency + Power is the mantra for the all-new MG ZS Hybrid+ and as we discovered at the NZ launch, it’s all that PLUS excellent value too.
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Suzuki Swift, a new era of awesomeness
Tuesday, 06 August 2024
The Suzuki Swift has a nameplate that dates back to 1984 when it was used as an export name for the Suzuki Cultus, however, despite this four decade history, the popular  supermini as we know it...
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Omoda has finally revealed their pricing – and it’s good
Wednesday, 05 June 2024
For the past few months Chinese car brand Omoda has been teasing us with their new (to New Zealand) range of ICE and EV vehicles.
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