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2026 Lexus RZ 500e Dynamic Review
Lexus adds steer-by-wire technology to its thoroughly revised electric RZ range. But is it worth the extra outlay? Toyota New Zealand recently announced that Gazoo Racing (GR) is…8 Nov 2026
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2026 Denza D9 AWD Review
The luxo people mover segment is small in terms of sales, but there are a growing number of options within, including the Denza D9. Is it the pick of the bunch? Kiwis are, err,…7 Nov 2026
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2026 Toyota bZ4x touring AWD vs Toyota RAV4 GR Sport Review
Two Toyotas with a plug, that is. One is a full BEV, the bZ4X Touring; the other is a PHEV, the RAV4 GR Sport. They are not far apart in price and tempt the same sort of buyer.…7 Nov 2026
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Polestar 4 SUV first drive: two out of three makes four
Words: Gavin Shoebridge Polestar’s new 4 SUV has arrived in New Zealand. It’s the Polestar 4 with a proper rear window, a straighter roofline and a bigger boot, and it costs…5 Nov 2026
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS Quick Drive: Stars and Screens
A racetrack might not be the most traditional place to test family-friendly SUVs, but it’s where we first got to get our heads around Mercedes-Benz’s new large SUV offering. It…5 Nov 2026
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2026 BYD ATTO 3 Evo Dynamic Review
The BYD Atto 3 has evolved, a new three variant line-up now turning up in local showrooms. How has it changed, and is it still relevant in a constantly evolving EV market? The BYD…1 Nov 2026
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2026 Cupra Leon Sportstourer VZ & Terramar VZ Tribe Editions
Cupra owners are said to be a loyal bunch, and they love their cars. The Tribe Edition models build on that appeal, but as we discovered after sitting down with local Cupra GM,…1 Nov 2026
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2026 Subaru WRX Senkō vs Toyota GR Yaris Aero Performance Package Review
If you find spoilers a bit discreet, you’ll love this pair. They are both proud wing wearers. Each has the driver at heart, though each has a different appeal. You know what…1 Nov 2026
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2026 BMW iX3 50 xDrive Review
BMW has learnt a lot over the years in regard to electric car development. All that knowledge has been concentrated into the new iX3. So is it the new benchmark in the class? BMW…1 Nov 2026
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2026 Mazda CX-5 SP AWD Review
The Mazda CX-5 enters a new generation and is faced with tackling the onslaught of new nameplates that now exist in the medium SUV segment. Is it up to the task? While it’s never…31 Oct 2026
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2026 GWM Cannon Alpha Vanta 3.0 diesel vs Foton Tunland V9-S 4WD Review
Want something a bit bigger and well-specced for your next truck? You’ll be looking at one of these. The GWM Cannon Alpha has a new diesel engine, but also a big price tag, while…31 Oct 2026
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Subaru Trailseeker first drive: tougher than it lets on
Words: Gavin Shoebridge The Trailseeker is Subaru’s second electric car in New Zealand, and the one the local distributor calls the proper start of its EV business after the…28 Oct 2026
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Video: we drive the BYD Atto 2 DM-i
BYD has added a plug-in hybrid to its Atto 2 small SUV line-up, and Richard Edwards has been behind the wheel to see whether the DM-i is the pick of the range. Priced from…28 Oct 2026
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1986 Volkswagen Golf GTI 16v
Volkswagen knew it was on to a good thing with the Golf GTI. When the Mk2 Golf came along, it didn’t waste any time introducing a follow-up to the original. Does it still live up…26 Oct 2026
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2026 Audi RS 5 Avant Review
The Audi RS 4 returns as the RS 5, and it’s a plug-in hybrid. Does this formula work for one of Audi’s greatest hits? Performance cars are increasingly turning to electrification…26 Oct 2026
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2026 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4-door Review
Few vehicles still on sale are as iconic as the Jeep Wrangler. From its humble military-issue beginnings to the luxury off-roader it is today, few can match its storied life. Once…25 Oct 2026
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2017-2020 Range Rover Velar – ReView
The Velar arrived in New Zealand in late 2017 to fill a gap between the Evoque and the Range Rover Sport that Land Rover had decided existed. It sold on looks. The pop-out door…25 Oct 2026
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2026 Mazda 6e Takami Review
Mazda’s second attempt locally at an electric vehicle is a more complete offering. It looks good, is priced right and goes well. What’s the catch? It has been a long time since…25 Oct 2026
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Freelander 8 first drive: plenty of room, a few questions
The original Freelander was Land Rover’s smallest and cheapest 4×4. The Freelander 8 is 5118mm long on a 3040mm wheelbase, has three rows of seats and is closer in size to a…22 Oct 2026
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GWM Cannon Hi4-T first drive
Before anything else, spare a thought for the 16 syllables that gave their lives so this ute could have a name. GWM Cannon Hi4-T PHEV is a mouthful, so it’s the Cannon from here…20 Oct 2026
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1931 Ford Model A Review
The Model A helped bring the Ford Motor Company up to date, replacing the Model T as its main offering. Despite being close to 100 years old, many are still going strong. Arriving…18 Oct 2026
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30 years of the Lotus Elise
Thirty years after the Lotus Elise entered production, its formula remains as fascinating as ever. We trace the life of the lightweight roadster from the radical Series One…18 Oct 2026
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The BIG Ute Guide – 2026
There has never been more choice in New Zealand’s ute market, although buying the right one hasn’t become any easier. There has never been more choice in New Zealand’s ute market,…18 Oct 2026
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2026 Toyota RAV4 GX Review
The Toyota RAV4 GX is the model that you probably wouldn’t choose; rather, it’s the one people end up getting as a work car. Or a rental. And that means plenty are sold, with many…17 Oct 2026
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2026 GWM Haval H6 HEV 2WD Ultra Review
If you’re after a medium SUV, a hybrid should probably be on the shopping list. Petrol prices remain stubbornly high and, while they’re always quick to rise, they take their sweet…17 Oct 2026
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2026 XPeng X9 AWD Performance Review
The arrival of the XPeng X9 brings genuine choice to the luxury electric MPV market. So how does it stack up? Until recently, nobody in New Zealand spent $120,000 on a people…17 Oct 2026
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Tesla Model 3 RWD review: The new standard
Tesla’s new entry-level Model 3 is $9000 cheaper than the car it now sits under, and from the outside you’d struggle to tell them apart. The only giveaway is a set of plastic aero…14 Oct 2026
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