Renault has revealed its sporty version of the single-seater Twizy car that combines Formula One technology in a very small…
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Volvo shows off its wild side
When you think Volvo, words like "fast" and "furious" don't come up. You're more likely to think "safe". The company's…
A caravan that's actually cool?
While it might be getting too cold to spend the weekend parked up in your caravan at a windswept campground, the new Airstream…
Matt Greenop: Brand transformations keep wheels turning
I remember back when I was at school and a mate's dad ticked over the big six-oh and retired. On his retirement list was…
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Car Buyers' Guide: Trade-in for a mid-size sedan
The dilemma: Casey's second family car is a 2001 Honda Accord that not only helped convert her husband from a V8 fan but…
Audi RS 6: Built to go there fast
Well, this is a bit embarrassing. Upon our return to the media base in Munich following an afternoon in the new Audi RS…
Consumer Watch: Parts cost a shock
A strong Kiwi dollar and weak demand from European car buyers are driving up the popularity of brands like Volkswagen, Audi…
Ford: Any colour, model you like
A matte-brown rat rod faced a line of lolly-bright hot rods. An elegant 1928 Model A was parked near a low-slung GT40, the…
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Communicating breakdowns
Stopped at the shoulder of Auckland's Northwestern Motorway, the mum stood behind her car frantically…
Qashqai's 'luxury' cameras present a new world view
The car industry creates new driver-assistance, comfort and convenience technologies at a sometimes bewildering pace. The…
Motorsport: GP2 tyres torture
Kiwi GP2 driver Mitch Evans has a bit of breathing space to regroup mentally before his next event at the Circuit de Catalunya…
Shanghai surprises
Global and Chinese carmakers showcased family-friendly sedans and SUVs as they targeted coveted urban buyers at China's…
Audi R8 Plus: You need nerves of iron
Audi's R8 flagship machine is a tech masterwork that well deserves the supercar moniker, and after undergoing…
Popular hybrids hit record sales
As Toyota announces that five million hybrid vehicles have been sold in 80 countries throughout the world, New Zealand motorists…
Wolseley: This Brit still serves up a dash
It's hard not to feel enthusiastic chatting to Martin Lafferty. He's enthused about lots of things, particularly engineering…
Europe's car market troubles accelerate
Europe's car market is in freefall. Once the motor for Europe's economy, the car industry has fallen victim to the region's…
Audi S3: Outrageously fast
Not so long ago, 0-100km/h acceleration under five seconds was supercar territory: very serious performance that could only…
AA defends hard line on driving tests
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The AA has defended its hard line on driving tests as Wairarapa parents complain about young drivers…
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Hyundai: Dispute dents the bottom line
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Hyundai Motors has announced its first quarter net profit fell 15 per cent as a labour dispute slowed…
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Chinese carmakers feel squeeze
These should be good times for Chinese carmakers as they show off their latest models at the Shanghai car show. Their home…
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Kiwi positive after testing GT opener
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New Zealand professional racecar driver Chris van der Drift is taking the positives from the opening…
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