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Subaru New Zealand confirms specs and pricing for all-electric Trailseeker
1+ hour, 51+ min ago (489+ words) Subaru New Zealand has announced local pricing and specification details for the all-electric Trailseeker, which is scheduled to arrive in showrooms this October, along with a surprise new addition to the range that undercuts its closely-related Toyota bZ4X Touring rival. Power…...
BAIC X55: Style and affordability made real
13+ hour, 9+ min ago (892+ words) While it leans toward city life, this is an SUV that doesn’t shy away from flexing a bit of muscle. Although new to NZ, BAIC (Beijing Automotive Industry Corporation) isn’t a startup finding its feet, this is a company that’s…...
Hyundai NOVA Lab finds up to 200 pre-prototype faults
2+ week, 3+ day ago (368+ words) Digital testing starts before assembly Modern cars carry a bewildering amount of invisible traffic. Hundreds of electronic controllers can exchange thousands of signals, with each message helping to run everything from basic functions to advanced driver-assistance systems. Hyundai Motor and…...
This odd looking car actually produces more energy than it consumes
3+ week, 4+ day ago (445+ words) This strange box on wheels that gives off strong "Top Gear Challenge" vibes may look like something that an eccentric EV early adopter knocked up in his garage to run on lead acid batteries, it is actually one of the…...
Bentley Torcal previews diamond grille and crystal displays
3+ week, 4+ day ago (337+ words) Crystal craft shapes Bentley's screens Bentley is filling in another piece of the Torcal puzzle ahead of the new model's full reveal, detailing how a long-running diamond motif will connect its physical grille with its digital displays. The latest preview…...
Tech Review: Ryobi 18V One+ 600psi EZClean Power Washer
3+ week, 5+ day ago (758+ words) For years we've been told that more pressure equals more cleaning power. But when it comes to washing your car, the opposite can often be true. I've always believed the best car cleaning routine starts with removing as much loose…...
MG4 Urban review: don't mention the other 4
1+ mon, 21+ hour ago (988+ words) MG4 Urban in Sterling Silver. If you want a cheap and cheerful city EV, but don't want to join the hordes driving compact-SUVs, MG seems to be on a mission to make sure you get what you want. First there was…...
25 years of Mini design under BMW Group
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (405+ words) A small idea, continually renewed. When Alec Issigonis created the classic Mini in 1959, its significance went beyond a recognisable silhouette. Space efficiency, compact proportions and short overhangs gave the car its practical foundation, while direct driving fun and a cheeky…...
Why smart ownership matters more as cars age
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (457+ words) This content was prepared by Toyota and is being published by Driven as Advertorial. Is dealer servicing still worth it once a car is out of warranty? It's a fair question for owners of vehicles that are 10, 12 or 15 years old,…...
Leapmotor B05 Design review: not hot, just seriously good
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (1211+ words) The Leapmotor B05 arrives as a rare thing in today’s SUV-dominated market: a compact, traditionally shaped five-door hatchback. The twist, of course, is that it is also fully electric and rear-wheel drive. That alone makes it noteworthy. While the whirlwind of…...