Since launching in New Zealand three years ago, the Haval Jolion has become a staple of the GWM lineup. As such, they are now pleased to introduce a significant update to the Jolion range in the form of a facelifted Jolion petrol and an All-New Jolion Hybrid. The Haval Jolion petrol receives an update to the front grill, front bumper with black accents, and rear bumper giving it a refreshed look on the outside. On the inside, we have also improved the ergonomics for the driver with the introduction of 4-way adjustable steering wheel (vs 2 previously). The Haval Jolion Hybrid receives a more si ..read more

Start your engines! Experience the edge-of-your-seat action in this odyssey of fierce determination, survival against all odds, and ultimately… hope. As the world fell, young Furiosa is snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers and falls into the hands of a great Biker Horde led by the Warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the Wasteland they come across the Citadel presided over by The Immortan Joe. While the two Tyrants war for dominance, Furiosa must survive many trials as she puts together the means to find her way home. Tarmac Life move pass Competition To help celebrate the release of FU ..read more

MINI is excited to confirm the first models of the all-new MINI Aceman will arrive to New Zealand in Q4 of this year. Local pricing and specification details are to follow. This is the first time the full-scale production model has been announced, and it comes amidst an exciting time of new developments within the MINI brand. The MINI Aceman is a creative use of space, and MINI celebrates the premier of the first crossover model for the premium small car segment. The new MINI Aceman combines compact exterior dimensions with as much room as possible for occupants and an all-electric drive. Th ..read more

The new CUPRA Formentor and the new CUPRA Leon arrive to build on the success of its predecessor. The CUPRA Formentor is the company’s bestseller, and the best-selling A-CUV in Europe; it topped the sales charts with more than 120,000 deliveries worldwide last year. Strong results for the first vehicle uniquely designed and developed by the brand. While the new CUPRA Leon – in both 5-door hatchback and Estate – is coming to bolster the brand’s ambitions. Both models will feature a new design language DNA, the integration of next generation eHybrid technology, greater digitalisation, and sustai ..read more

F1 Legend and three-time World Champion Ayrton Senna’s personal Honda NSX has gone up on sale this week on the UK’s largest automotive marketplace Auto Trader for a whopping half a million pounds. Considered one of the sport’s greatest drivers of all time, Ayrton Senna dominated the Formula One scene in the late 80s and early 90s, winning a total of 41 races and achieved a hattrick of world titles with McLaren. Senna tragically lost his life at Imola during the San Marino Grand Prix on May 1st 1994 however his legacy continues to live on, with many in his home country of Brazil ..read more

Range Rover Electric will lead the way for electric propulsion capability, refinement and luxury travel, with the first vehicle prototypes now deployed at some of the world’s most challenging test locations. The all-electric drivetrain is now being put through its paces at extremes of temperatures, from -40°C in the Arctic Circle, to +50°C in the searing deserts of the Middle East. The first tests have focused on the capability of the battery and Electric Drive Unit (EDU) – effectively the vehicle’s core components including the transmission, electric motor and power electronics – in extreme ..read more

‍The Tony Quinn Foundation, Road Safety, will provide a $750,000 three-year support package to partner and fund the driver education programme Street Smart. ‍Road crashes continue to be a grim reality for young drivers in New Zealand, claiming lives and causing injuries. Drivers under the age of 25 were found primarily responsible for over 3000 crashes in 2022 alone, claiming the lives of 93 people and injuring over 4000 more, 636 of those seriously. ‍Since 2020, 351 individuals under 25 years of age have died on New Zealand roads. Among them was seventeen- year-old Kelan Stroud, who was kille ..read more

Škoda Auto has introduced its own ‘Curiosity Fuel’ coffee at its Czech plants. The coffee, which is grown, roasted and packaged specially for the car manufacturer, preserves the local environment and supports fair and secure wages for local workers by adhering to Rainforest Alliance principles. Additionally, the coffee aims to ‘fuel curiosity’ about sustainable practices along the entire value chain. As a car manufacturer, Škoda takes a holistic approach to sustainability and focuses on minimising the footprint of its business activities along the whole value chain, driving sustainable growth ..read more

With the automotive world embracing a more sustainable future, Fiat’s performance arm Abarth has joined the party and released their own take on electrification. It’s called the 500e Scorpionissima, and it’s an absolute blast. The 500e Scorpionissima is a limited edition gem, and with only 1949 units produced, (paying homage to the founding year of Abarth), and two vibrant colour options, it’s an unmissable little Italian that simply yells exclusivity. Although there is a poison blue option should you so desire, my review 500e Scorpionissima came in acid green, and it’s a colour that you cou ..read more

Nissan’s iconic family SUV will take a further step into the wild with the introduction of the N-Trek variant, aimed at families who are more adventurous and daring. Built off the ST-L grade trim, the new addition to the X-Trail range is named N-Trek, reflecting the outdoors-inspired character of the vehicle, which takes the X-Trail to the next level of all-wheel drive adventure. Visually, the X-Trail N-Trek sports design cues which generate a sense of no-nonsense robustness. From the front, customers will have their attention caught by the dark finish of the Nissan “V-motion grille”, which ..read more