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Posted: 16 July 2010 It's a big call on the part of Audi's New Zealand importer, European Motor Distributors to reject...
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Posted: 02 July 2010 The Journey is claimed to be the first vehicle in the mid-size crossover segment to offer...
Posted: 22 June 2010 A third and more powerful model has been added to the Scirocco range. And like its Golf stable...
Posted: 18 June 2010 Launched in New Zealand just one year ago, the Nissan Qashqai has quickly carved out a niche for...
Posted: 11 June 2010 The name Sonata remains in some markets, but here in New Zealand Hyundai has gone away from naming...
Posted: 14 May 2010 The Kizashi offers an impressively high standard of interior finish, with quality materials being...
Posted: 07 May 2010 We've been impressed by the superb Superb from day one. It offers everything a luxury vehicle...
Posted: 30 April 2010 Although it’s far from the most contemporary SUV money can buy, the Territory still rates as a good...
Posted: 23 April 2010 Launched recently in New Zealand is a non-turbo 2.5 litre 2WD Mazda CX-7 GSX, which in addition to...
Posted: 16 April 2010 Maybe Henry was right back in the day when he said “There’s no substitute for cubic inches.” But...
Posted: 06 April 2010 The ix35 is head and shoulders ahead of the Tucson it replaces, but pricing also takes something of...
Posted: 26 March 2010 The BMW X1 enters the New Zealand market with a choice of two four cylinder diesels. The 2.0 litre...
Posted: 19 March 2010 If there's a luxury car brand that doesn't seem to be putting a foot wrong in New Zealand at...
Posted: 12 March 2010 Our Actyon Tradie was the no-frills entry level model, equipped with steel wheels, a manual...
Posted: 02 March 2010 There are numerous small and efficient cars on the market, but many buyers still have a need for...
Posted: 19 February 2010 Let’s get straight to the point; build quality, interior space, cabin ambience, performance,...
Posted: 12 February 2010 Peugeot New Zealand Divisional Manager, Simon Rose has been overwhelmed with interest in the 4007....
Posted: 05 February 2010 Volkswagen has just rolled out the most powerful production Golf ever built, the new 4Motion...
Posted: 29 January 2010 With a wide model range starting with the entry level 2.0 2WD LS priced at $37,990 through to top...
Posted: 22 January 2010 The new Jeep Patriot retains the tried and tested exterior styling of the model that was launched...
Posted: 15 January 2010 At first glance, the new Mitsubishi Triton appears largely unchanged, but dig deeper and you'll...
Posted: 31 December 2009 Still a sporty drive with a high level of grip, power is delivered to the tarmac via Mazda’s Active...
Posted: 24 December 2009 Big Merc Coupes have turned heads for decades, and the new E Class Coupe is no different Posted: 18 December 2009 With classic sportscar proportions, stretched bonnet and low slung seats pushed as far rearward as...
Posted: 11 December 2009 The Cerato Koup is arguably the best looking car to have ever come out of Korean car maker Kia's...
Posted: 04 December 2009 Now with 145kW of power, and 436Nm of torque, the new Santa Fe 2.2R CRDi is a lively performer,...
Posted: 27 November 2009 Some things are best left to the experts, and if history is anything to go by, one of the world's...
Posted: 20 November 2009 The new 4th generation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado just launched in New Zealand will be sold here in...
Posted: 13 November 2009 With its 9 airbags, including the world’s first centre rear airbag to reduce injury in a side...
Posted: 09 November 2009 By removing unwanted and unnecessary complexity that characterised the previous model, the all-new...
Posted: 03 November 2009 The sporty treatment extends to a new sports body kit, boot spoiler and stylish new 17” alloy...
Posted: 23 October 2009 Thanks to the team at RoadCraft, "spacious and comfortable" doesn't have to be "huge and...
Posted: 15 October 2009 With a 5 star safety rating, tested under the more stringent new NCAP rating system, the Polo has...
Posted: 02 October 2009 But for the vast majority of motorists looking for reliable, comfortable A to B transport at a fair...
Posted: 18 September 2009 Legacy and Outback provide a high degree of driver enjoyment, are safe and sure-footed, with...
Posted: 11 September 2009 It's been said that the next major global economic boom is green technology, with savvy investors...
Posted: 04 September 2009 The Ranger is a well put together truck, with a model for every purpose. Dyed in the wool Ford fans...
Posted: 28 August 2009 So, the new MINI is fun, safe, trendy and economical. But with all car manufacturers chasing the...
Posted: 20 August 2009 Both the RX350 and RX450h are powered by 24 valve 3456cc VVT-i V6 petrol engines, but the RX450h...
Posted: 14 August 2009 The chassis is stiffer than before and grip is impressive. The All-Wheel-Drive setup makes for...
Posted: 07 August 2009 The Prius includes many recyclable materials in its construction, including bumpers made from...
Posted: 31 July 2009 At $71,200 for the manual and $73,200 for the auto, the 370Z offers more power, more style, more...
Posted: 24 July 2009 Volkswagen New Zealand General Manager, Dean Sheed summarised the GTI’s recipe for success: “Take...
Posted: 22 July 2009 Honda customer loyalty has been put to the test in recent times and continues to be tested with the...
Posted: 14 July 2009 So just how good is the Hyundai i30 Diesel Elite and does it measure up in the eyes of the general...
Posted: 10 July 2009 The Maxima offers a lot of bang for the buck and is very worthy of consideration, but the biggest...
Posted: 03 July 2009 While the Nissan Murano bears striking similarity to its immediate ancestor, upon closer inspection...
Posted: 26 June 2009 When applied to motor vehicles, the words large and economical have rarely been uttered in the same...
Posted: 19 June 2009 There is no dictionary definition for "Hilux". But if there was, it's a safe bet it would read...
Posted: 12 June 2009 Built on the new Golf VI platform with sports coupe styled bodywork, the Scirocco which takes its...
Posted: 05 June 2009 The pick of the bunch would have to be the CD diesel manual. The torque of the diesel engine is a...
Posted: 02 June 2009 There are two levels of spec on offer, the entry level RX350 and the all singing, dancing RX350...
Posted: 22 May 2009 Nissan Europe's Design Director, Stephane Schwartz describes the Qashqai as a fusion of themes and...
Posted: 18 May 2009 While the second generation Mazda3 is taller, longer and more rigid than the outgoing model, it is...
Posted: 12 May 2009 The new Kia Cerato could very well be the car to take Kia to new heights. It is a handsome car...
Posted: 04 May 2009 Anyone who has driven a Skoda in recent times will know that this is a brand which has stepped up...
Posted: 24 April 2009 Volkswagen New Zealand General Manager, Dean Sheed, predicts that Golf VI and Scirocco will account...
Posted: 20 April 2009 The Soul is more a large leap rather than a small step in design change direction for the Kia...
Posted: 14 April 2009 Volvo has a long term vision of designing cars that should not crash Posted: 30 March 2009 Honda have hit the spot well with the 7 seat Odyssey. The two new models, Odyssey S and the more...
Posted: 23 March 2009 BMW NZ Managing Director Mark Gilbert opened his address by perhaps understating that we are in...
Posted: 16 March 2009 The Mitsubishi iMiEV (i-car Mitsubishi innovative Electric Vehicle) is a product of joint research...
Posted: 06 March 2009 Small cars are starting to make a lot more sense. With this in mind, we have put three small cars...
Posted: 04 March 2009 Headlining the new model introductions is Peugeot's image Coupe Cabriolet, the 308 CC, a...
Posted: 27 February 2009 The Fiesta has been developed around a philosophy of bringing big car premium features to the small...
Posted: 19 February 2009 The Pajero serves its desired purpose well, and being the Exceed, there are quite a few creature...
Posted: 12 February 2009 Those magic letters "RS" conjure up thoughts of some of the most aspirational sporty cars of our...
Posted: 02 February 2009 Audi have seen huge growth in recent years. In 2008 Audi AG sold over 1 million vehicles worldwide...
Posted: 28 January 2009 When Honda launched the new Jazz late last year, we commented that it would be interesting to watch...
Posted: 23 January 2009 The Freelander 2 TD4 SE has a real presence on the road and looks every inch a Land Rover Posted: 15 January 2009 For 2009, the IS250 has been redefined with subtle exterior enhancements and additional safety...
Posted: 14 January 2009 The Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 JLX 3 Door is aimed at the youthful buyer Posted: 19 December 2008 The Aurion AT-X was a car which exceeded our expectations in many departments. Posted: 12 December 2008 For the 2009 WRX, there are now 195kW of power and 343Nm of torque.Now hold on, we hear you say,...
Posted: 05 December 2008 The black Ralliart sitting in the dealers' driveway, with its 18" alloys, huge boot spoiler, air...
Posted: 05 December 2008 Subaru have had one of the most popular wagons on the market Posted: 02 December 2008 The Jaguar XF 3.0 V6 is a handsome car. Everything, yes even the grill at the front, contributes to...
Posted: 21 November 2008 As a fresh faced Service Advisor at Continental Cars, Auckland's Suzuki dealer back in the late...
Posted: 13 November 2008 Apart from undergoing a major growth spurt the second generation Honda Jazz has retained and...
Posted: 12 November 2008 Now it's true in general that not all 4x4s see much in the way of off-road action. To borrow and...
Posted: 05 November 2008 So this week's drive is another diesel – yawn. I already stated in my Corolla feature that 'diesel'...
Posted: 03 November 2008 Facing rising prices and a decline in sales the new car industry in NZ is bracing itself for a...
Posted: 22 October 2008 From the very moment you start the engine and push the folding roof button your world has instantly...
Posted: 10 October 2008 It has taken a long time for the motoring public of NZ to experience some of the real benefits of...
Posted: 25 September 2008 It’s hard to be critical of the Mazda brand overall when they currently have in their stable the...
Posted: 22 September 2008 Hyundai NZ have been itching for a replacement since the Hiace rival was discontinued in 2005, and...
Posted: 10 September 2008 If it suits your needs, don't mind the shape and are looking to purchase a compact SUV, then we...
Posted: 01 September 2008 With Peugeot's semi-premium brand positioning in New Zealand, the average Kiwi family might easily...
Posted: 18 August 2008 What's in a name? Well when that name's been around since 1984, quite a lot one would think. Posted: 04 August 2008 A nation of outward bound action folk, as we are, we Kiwis quite like our wagons with a sporty...
Posted: 30 July 2008 As with most Toyota’s, when the current Corolla and RAV4 models were originally launched no-one had...
Posted: 24 July 2008 In the decade since its original debut the TT has become an iconic car, but we wonder if that's...
Posted: 16 July 2008 When Hyundai last updated the Sonata back in mid 2005, it was somewhat of a revelation for the...
Posted: 08 July 2008 In the same tradition of its popular V6 all-wheel drive Golf, the R32 Volkswagen have launched new...
Posted: 30 June 2008 It's hard to be too critical of the new Accord Euro. Like the recently released Mazda6 and Ford...
Posted: 23 June 2008 How does the saying go? Everything in moderation, including moderation. It’s a philosophy obviously...
Posted: 04 June 2008 Although Jaguar’s recent buyout by Indian company Tata was completed long after the new XF’s...
Posted: 26 May 2008 Ford may have a new FG Falcon which has dominated motoring media of late, but amongst all the hype,...
Posted: 19 May 2008 The cat and mouse game between Ford and Holden just got interesting again. Posted: 08 May 2008 Audi‘s philosophy is ‘Advancement through Technology’, its not hard to see why when one of the...
Posted: 05 May 2008 In this country we’re fortunate enough to be able to travel from balmy beach to snow-peaked...
Posted: 24 April 2008 It's always been a theory of this reviewer the development team responsible for past V6 Accords...
Posted: 11 April 2008 Reading the current advertising for their new Fabia model, Skoda is asking motorists to make...
Posted: 07 April 2008 Automotive giant, General Motors, is undergoing some brand re-positioning in the Antipodes Posted: 27 March 2008 It's rare for a vehicle to lead the class the entirety of its life cycle, but that's exactly what...
Posted: 14 March 2008 Expect Hyundai's adorable, and hugely popular 'driving baby' campaign - first used to market their...
Posted: 13 March 2008 The E30 M3 put the fear of the devil into Mercedes-Benz and Ford in 1987. How does it compare with...
Posted: 11 March 2008 If you ever needed proof compact cars are getting larger, take a look at Peugeot’s 307 replacement,...
Posted: 01 February 2008 When they launched the latest Impreza last September, Subaru, keen to embrace a broader market,...
Posted: 06 December 2007 Thank goodness those chaps at Volvo are a bit 'out of the square' when it comes to car design; this...
Posted: 28 November 2007 Trip computers aren't typically the most exciting of vehicle features, but at the recent Volkswagen...
Posted: 20 November 2007 Hummer, the oversized military personal carrier cum 'it' vehicle for eccentric rap stars is now...
Posted: 19 November 2007 The new Nissan X-TRAIL may be best described as the same but different when compared to the...
Posted: 14 November 2007 As innovative as the computer and branding gurus at Apple are, they have a lot to answer for. Ever...
Posted: 07 November 2007 Once a brand consumer's approached with trepidation, Kia is growing steadily in New Zealand. By...
Posted: 01 November 2007 With the latest Lancer, Mitsubishi have done a bit more than breathe new life into the model....
Posted: 31 October 2007 We've done the review, now have a look at the new Fiat Bravo photo gallery... Posted: 25 October 2007 Unless you blinked and missed it, you may have seen this car in the latest James Bond flick, Casino...
Posted: 19 October 2007 Toyota’s Previa has been the quintessential people mover for kiwis since its introduction in 1990, Posted: 19 October 2007 Considering the popularity of vehicles like Honda’s CRV or Toyota Rav 4, its amazing Volkswagen...
Posted: 16 October 2007 The covers have come off Holden’s HSV Maloo Ute and Sportswagon at Sydney’s motor show this month....
Posted: 12 October 2007 Before you ask, no, Holden’s marketers haven’t gone batty when they suggest the new VE Ute makes...
Posted: 01 October 2007 Of all the Japanese manufacturers, Mazda with its zoom zoom ethos has long time offered one of the...
Posted: 14 September 2007 Over the last two years there's been a bit of a sea change at Audi. They're making exhilarating...
Posted: 04 September 2007 One of Subaru New Zealand's biggest concerns when unveiling the all-new Impreza range seem to be...
Posted: 30 August 2007 There is no denying the Ute's an iconic piece of Australian motoring heritage and Holden's take on...
Posted: 24 August 2007 The outgoing Toyota Highlander currently sits tenth out of the twenty vehicles, making up New...
Posted: 24 August 2007 The Ute was unveiled to the world's press this week and the AA was there... Posted: 20 August 2007 Only six months after its launch, the days may already be numbered for Jeep's Compass soft roader...
Posted: 18 August 2007 "Alive with technology" boasts Citroen's sales pitch for the newest addition to the French...
Posted: 16 August 2007 Yes they share the same name, however the recently launched new Corolla wagon has little in common...
Posted: 14 August 2007 The Kiwi press had a chuckle at Chrysler group's Dodge Avenger launch last week, as the Avenger...
Posted: 31 July 2007 A subsidiary of the Volkswagen group, Skoda's recent models have been designed with a heavy...
Posted: 18 July 2007 Camaraderie is a beautiful thing; without it Peugeot's latest 207GTi and 207CC models wouldn't have...
Posted: 09 July 2007 It's round two in the re-launch of the Dodge brand in New Zealand with the recent NZ debut of the...
Posted: 04 July 2007 At last Chrysler have added a vehicle to their armoury, which will appeal more to the mainstream...
Posted: 18 June 2007 The trusty Land Rover is by appointment to the Queen, but it's unlikely the original Freelander...
Posted: 07 May 2007 Up till now Volvo has struggled to identify with a younger audience. The old standing joke in this...
Posted: 04 May 2007 There is no doubt the all-new 10th generation Toyota Corolla will be a big seller in NZ. Already...
Posted: 02 May 2007 At one point it was touch and go whether our market was even going to receive Audi’s latest A6...
Posted: 27 April 2007 Holden has launched the forth vehicle in their line up sourced from Korea. A mid-size sedan to...
Posted: 10 April 2007 Holden light commercial, oh that'd be the Commodore ute then? Er, well no. While it's all too easy...
Posted: 26 March 2007 Peugeot's smallest kiwi model, the 206 has finally been replaced after almost a decade of faithful...
Posted: 26 March 2007 Not even the threat of an impending Lahar could deter the new Pajero from crossing the very woolly...
Posted: 19 March 2007 Renault, the quiet little achiever couldn't have asked for a more promising start to 2007. Firstly...
Posted: 14 March 2007 Being completely honest, at a sprightly 30 years of age this reviewer for a long time saw Jaguar as...
Posted: 12 March 2007 The Compass is the first new vehicle of the year from American manufacturer Jeep, and it's leading...
Posted: 28 February 2007 When Suzuki launched the current model Swift two years ago it promptly took the small car market by...
Posted: 15 February 2007 The gleaming piano black facias, lavish carpets and rich leather of the Range Rover Vogue's new...
Posted: 02 February 2007 With major improvements in safety and convenience, senior Nissan New Zealand staff have plenty to...
Posted: 03 January 2007 Finding the elusive combination of nimble, engaging and affordable cars seems to be Mazda's forte...
Posted: 06 December 2006 The all-new Volvo S80 is firmly targeted to the top end of the market and is set to challenge the...
Posted: 06 December 2006 It's been 40 years now since Toyota started selling vehicles in this country, and the Japanese...
Posted: 22 November 2006 Honda has re-launched itself into the SUV market with the introduction of the third generation CRV....
Posted: 21 November 2006 Remember when popsicles were 20 cents? No - okay. How about a slightly less archaic point in...
Posted: 16 November 2006 Specialising primarily in SUV's and utilities with genuine off-road prowess, SsangYong is slowly...
Posted: 13 November 2006 Ford New Zealand are introducing a swag of new additions to their most popular model line-ups...
Posted: 25 October 2006 You may not recognise it at first glance, but Audi’s TT is back, with an all new platform and...
Posted: 19 October 2006 The latest example 2006 Rav4 is an all new model, but still follows typical RAV4 (and Toyota)...
Posted: 19 October 2006 Toyota's release of the Yaris couldn't have been timelier, Posted: 12 October 2006 Skoda’s Flagship model, the Superb features conservative, yet stylish lines that impart a quality...
Posted: 12 October 2006 The 607 is a little unlike average medium-large sized Euro sedans found in the garage of...
Posted: 12 October 2006 Beauty is in the eye of the beholder of course, but surely the swoopy lines of the 407 coupe are...
Posted: 09 October 2006 The Tiida – said Tee-Da - comes in hatchback, sedan and wagon configuration. Though oddly the wagon...
Posted: 09 October 2006 Holden are on maximum attack; new Astra SRi Turbo and diesel models released earlier in 2006...
Posted: 02 October 2006 For 2006, Mitsubishi New Zealand has opted for the outdoorsy moniker Outlander to represent their...
Posted: 30 September 2006 Mitsubishi wants Kiwi blokes to get hard, and they are pushing the all-new Triton workhorse as just...
Posted: 29 September 2006 Subaru has added the Luxury tagline to its already 'busy' model selection with the introduction of...
Posted: 21 September 2006 It's been years, decades even in the making, but diesel power is now rapidly gaining the momentum...
Posted: 05 September 2006 In the few days since Audi’s New Zealand press launch of the Q7, some of the mighty seven seaters...
Posted: 01 September 2006 Do you spend 30 minutes meticulously setting the grey scale and colour temperature on your plasma...
Posted: 01 September 2006 In reality, the Charade is still really a bare bones entry into the new car market Posted: 31 August 2006 The Model T was once described as 'ubiquitous'. At the time the popular Ford was to be seen on...
Posted: 29 August 2006 After an absence of more than forty years, DaimlerChrysler New Zealand, have reintroduced the Dodge...
Posted: 29 August 2006 40 years young and still going strong. Ford's Transit has recently been upgraded, and while taking...
Posted: 20 August 2006 If you have been following the AA's expose on Holden's new VE Commodore - arguably the most...
Posted: 09 August 2006 Mazda introduced the latest addition to their Mazda Performance Series (MPS) line up last week, the...
Posted: 03 July 2006 The 9-5, the eldest steed in Saab's stable has been given new life with a distinctive facelift, and...
Posted: 30 June 2006 The Accord V6, a perennial favourite with middle management young guns, has received a mid-life...
Posted: 26 June 2006 In between driving the new force fed Territory, we also got some wheel time in Ford's face-lifted...
Posted: 26 June 2006 Since its April 2004 release, Ford's Territory has received widespread critical acclaim both here...
Posted: 07 June 2006 Bruce Springsteen is wrong. You can, in fact start a fire without a spark, and arguably the best...
Posted: 30 May 2006 Listening to the enthusiastic staff from Kia NZ talking up their product and politely and...
Posted: 25 May 2006 Hybrids - 10 years since the Prius first hit the showroom floor; and they still haven't really...
Posted: 23 May 2006 Since its inception, the Terios has always been thought of as the Chihuahua of the SUV fraternity;...
Posted: 18 May 2006 If you need confirmation that Hyundai is fast becoming a big player in the new car market in NZ...
Posted: 16 May 2006 When was the last time you saw a SAAB television commercial in New Zealand? How about a billboard?...
Posted: 10 May 2006 Blokes hardly risk being called a 'girly man' when they pull up to the mates BBQ in a Grand...
Posted: 29 April 2006 Low, wide, clean cut and a powerful presence, its no wonder parallels are commonly drawn between...
Posted: 23 October 2005 Those who enjoy life off road have never been embarrassed to tell their mates they drive a Grand...
Posted: 20 October 2005 The 2005 representation Polo is a face-lifted version of the fourth generation Polo introduced in...
Posted: 19 October 2005 First impressions of the Passat’s new styling – which now adopts Volkswagen’s family features seen...
Posted: 19 October 2005 Sitting in between the new Golf, and Passat in size, the Jetta may carry a hefty price premium over...
Posted: 19 October 2005 Considering its Volkswagens first venture into the large SUV market, the Touareg immediately...
Posted: 19 October 2005 Sweden: a peace loving Scandinavian nation renowned for blonde hair, Sauna, and safe cars Posted: 19 October 2005 Volvo’s king-sized SUV, the XC90 has a new 2.4 litre diesel engine for 2005, and the D5 LE, seven...
Posted: 19 October 2005 Subaru continues to spoil outdoorsy people for choice with the latest iteration of the Forester. Posted: 19 October 2005 Subaru continue to enhance the class-leading Impreza Posted: 19 October 2005 2005 sees a some interesting changes to the Impreza line up, Posted: 19 October 2005 Toyota's Hilux launched to the world in 1968. Here in NZ it first shot to fame with the Crump ads...
Posted: 19 October 2005 We can understand the excitement about the all-new Swift, Posted: 12 October 2005 The ongoing improvements to New Zealand’s diesel fuel (reduction in Sulpher content) have enabled...
Posted: 12 October 2005 Keeping with Peugeot's long standing history of giving their diminutively sized three doors a...
Posted: 12 October 2005 Peugeot have enhanced and improved the popular 307 Posted: 12 October 2005 In coupe guise the 307cc is a sharp looking car...says me. Apparently – if you’re to believe the...
Posted: 12 October 2005 Octavia shares many components with its German counterparts. But is assembled in Skoda’s state of...
Posted: 05 October 2005 The 2005 Pathfinder is marketed as a genuine off-road vehicle Posted: 05 October 2005 Promoted as the ultimate Ute for Kiwi blokes who like a vehicle that combines work and play Posted: 05 October 2005 Following on from the recent release of the all new Pathfinder, comes the Murano Posted: 02 October 2005 The refreshing new A-Class comes at a good time Posted: 28 September 2005 The ES 300 has been a popular model in New Zealand Posted: 28 September 2005 Prepare to be seduced' is the header on the Lexus SC430's sales brochure. Posted: 28 September 2005 After two years leading popularity stakes, the 2005 Mazda 6 is getting a well-earned, rather than...
Posted: 28 September 2005 Mazda certainly got the looks right with the latest MX-5 with a snazzy combination of design...
Posted: 28 September 2005 Prestigious German manufacturer Mercedes Benz has just released the stylish CLS Class in New...
Posted: 25 September 2005 Kia has set their sights on the increasing number of younger, more dynamic car buyers with the new...
Posted: 25 September 2005 Kia couldn’t time the release of their miniature Picanto better. Posted: 25 September 2005 The Sportage has come a long way since its debut in New Zealand in late 1996 Posted: 25 September 2005 Kia’s popularity here has been on the climb and stands to improve further still with the...
Posted: 25 September 2005 Range Rover is the quintessential luxury SUV, the benchmark to which all-comers wish to match. Posted: 22 September 2005 The 2005 Grand Cherokee incarnation that is by far the most attractive to date. Posted: 22 September 2005 eep has revamped their mid-range class flagship, the Cherokee. Posted: 16 September 2005 Hyundai have unleashed its most promising Sonata range to date. Posted: 16 September 2005 Hyundai's Terracan received minor updates in appearance for 2005, including a diesel engine. Posted: 15 September 2005 The Honda Jazz has been a popular model in the small vehicle class Posted: 15 September 2005 Honda has given the popular CRV model a facelift for 2005. Posted: 09 September 2005 Three different variations of the 5-door Focus hatch model are currently sourced from Ford's South...
Posted: 01 September 2005 Seven years, and a reinvented Sirion on, what's changed? Posted: 25 August 2005 The new C5 comes with a host of technological and safety improvements, making it a very safe...
Posted: 18 August 2005 Released in America in mid 2004, the convertible Roadster arrived in this country early 2005 Posted: 18 August 2005 The Crossfire SRT-6 follows in the footprints left by some pretty big boots. Posted: 12 August 2005 The advancements over the 1.8T roadster are primarily in the engine and drivetrain, but that's not...
Posted: 12 August 2005 Particular attention to design detail makes the Audi Cabriolet an attractive and stylish vehicle Posted: 12 August 2005 The first Audi model released in New Zealand displaying the new Audi frontal identity. Posted: 12 August 2005 Audi has taken it considerably further with the second generation A4 Posted: 01 February 2005 ia's latest addition to their model line up for 2005 is the Cerato, Posted: 19 October 2004 The new Toyota Avensis wagon, built by Toyota UK, could well fit the market here Posted: 19 October 2004 For 2004, the Toyota RAV4 has received minor restyling changes, although these may not be easily...
Posted: 19 October 2004 Subaru Outback models for 2004 carry the high level of improvements of body construction and...
Posted: 19 October 2004 Styling of the new 2003/04 Subaru Legacy models have only received subtle changes, but the big...
Posted: 19 October 2004 With design origins from Europe the Liana range comes in two body options Posted: 19 October 2004 The new Mark V Golf has expanded in all exterior dimensions with a prominent front bumper/spoiler...
Posted: 12 October 2004 The new Skoda Fabia is built on the latest VW, small car platform however the Czech product carries...
Posted: 12 October 2004 he all-new Scenic II features a radical styling change over the original 1999 version Posted: 12 October 2004 For 2004, Skoda NZ have rationalised their model range and enhanced specification for the vehicles...
Posted: 12 October 2004 Peugeot have created distinctive, flowing lines for their new 407.Available in three engine options Posted: 05 October 2004 The all new Maxima reflects the European influence now taking place with Nissan models Posted: 05 October 2004 Nissan’s latest supermini vehicle appears to be a modern take on Austin Healey styling. Posted: 05 October 2004 The facelift Nissan Navara has received minor appearance and mechanical improvements Posted: 05 October 2004 Although still based on the brawny underpinnings of previous the Patrol, Nissan have made subtle...
Posted: 02 October 2004 The Mitsubishi Grandis is a full seven-seat model Posted: 28 September 2004 Where most manufacturers identify their MPV models as Multi Purpose Vehicles, Daimler/Chrysler...
Posted: 28 September 2004 The Mazda3, the replacement for the 323, is a significant step forward in style, construction and...
Posted: 28 September 2004 For 2004, the LS430 has acquired various styling changes to present a more modern appearance Posted: 25 September 2004 Kia have recently upgraded the specification and safety levels of Rio Posted: 22 September 2004 Our test vehicle was the 2.7 litre V6 version, an engine used in many Hyundai models and in this...
Posted: 16 September 2004 Replacing the high stance, boxy styling of previous Odyssey, is a low, sleek and stylish vehicle. Posted: 16 September 2004 Leading into 2005, Hyundai have given the Elantra sedan and lift-back models a mid life facelift, Posted: 15 September 2004 Japanese car producers, more than any other makers, have for some time been developing hybrid...
Posted: 09 September 2004 Holden have expanded their horizons and joined the AWD vehicle fraternity, with the release of the...
Posted: 09 September 2004 The 2004 Fiesta features a combination of style, driving dynamics, performance and safety Posted: 01 September 2004 Ford Australia's new Territory displays many styling features of the BA Falcon wagon, Posted: 19 October 2003 Fitting between the bigger Prado and the smaller RAV4, the Highlander already seems compromised. Posted: 19 October 2003 With the introduction of the new Toyota Camry, GL, GX and GLX model definitions have been replaced...
Posted: 19 October 2003 Toyota are again entering this MPV segment with the Japanese sourced Avensis Verso Posted: 19 October 2003 The Toyota Echo has been a favoured model in the Toyota line up with an excellent sales record...
Posted: 12 October 2003 The 307 wagon is more spacious and versatile than the 307 hatch, and could almost join the people...
Posted: 02 October 2003 Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand have introduced a new Lancer for 2003 Posted: 02 October 2003 The Colt has modern, chic styling with a European flare and presents the new corporate face of...
Posted: 28 September 2003 The Mazda 323 range is a popular choice amongst New Zealander’s with a first rate reputation as a...
Posted: 28 September 2003 Mazda 2 is a revision of the Mazda Demio wagon, Posted: 22 September 2003 The Grand Cherokee differs from the basic Cherokee in that it has a diesel engine by Mercedes Benz...
Posted: 15 September 2003 Honda Accord models have been a popular buyer’s choice vehicle for over 25 years Posted: 15 September 2003 Honda now offers two distinctly different choices under the Accord name. The Accord Euro and this,...
Posted: 09 September 2003 The all new Holden Vectra is larger in all dimensions than the model it replaces and conveys modern...
Posted: 09 September 2003 Replacing the popular Ford Laser, the Focus has gained an extensive following and reputation in...
Posted: 01 September 2003 Late 1998 saw the introduction of the AU Falcon which unfortunately did not do at all well for Ford Posted: 01 September 2003 The Japanese are specialists at producing functional and competent small cars and the Daihatsu...
Posted: 25 August 2003 C3 is a classy vehicle with modern styling. Posted: 25 August 2003 The Pluriel is an open top cabriolet, and as the name suggests, has many variations of use. Posted: 25 August 2003 In mid 2002 the failing Daewoo Korea became part of the General Motors empire. Posted: 25 August 2003 The Lacetti is the second Daewoo model to arrive in New Zealand under the Daewoo/GM Motors...
Posted: 19 August 2003 In the year 2000, when the PT Cruiser was introduced to the New Zealand car market, Posted: 06 October 2002 With the new European designed Primera, Nissan has created an attention grabber larger in all...
Posted: 01 September 2002 The introduction of the new Fiat Punto reveals a modern, larger profile and fashionable styling...
Posted: 19 October 2001 The all new Ignis is a classy little number offering the option of being a car, hatch or a mini MPV Posted: 05 October 2001 Following the name change from Sentra to Pulsar in 1998, Nissan's popular compact model has...
Posted: 25 September 2001 Kia NZ is entering the small car category by introducing the Rio sedan and hatch variations. Posted: 16 September 2001 In most markets throughout the world Hyundai have sold their medium sized car as the Elantra...
Posted: 16 September 2001 The new generation Matrix wagon is example of Hyundai's new direction, Posted: 16 September 2001 The Santa Fe is of medium size and competes with the Honda CRV, Suzuki Vitara and Toyota RAV4. Posted: 15 September 2001 The five door Civic hatch has been a long time coming Posted: 09 September 2001 2001 sees an all new Barina, available in 3 or 5 door body styles Posted: 25 August 2001 Currently one of the failing Daewoo’s best models is the Tacuma - a medium size people carrier. Posted: 12 August 2001 With the exquisite 156, Italian stylists have again shown their mastery in producing a radical...
Posted: 19 October 2000 Replacing the popular SJ413, the Jimny name has been revived from the original Suzuki LJ50 off-road...
Posted: 12 October 2000 It is not easy for a car manufacturer to design a new model with the latest technology and still...
Posted: 05 October 2000 on the 2000 Maxima are new and the body length, height and width have increased, making it longer...
Posted: 22 September 2000 New from the ground up, the XG Granduer is a convincing expression of Hyundai’s intention to expand...
Posted: 09 September 2000 General Motors Germany started with a clean sheet and created a new Astra for 2000 Posted: 01 September 2000 To try and compensate for the decline in popularity Ford Australia carried out a customer survey to...
Posted: 25 August 2000 A recent arrival of the new 'supermini' category is the Daewoo Matiz which has done well on the...
Posted: 16 October 1999 The Subaru Forester first appeared in 1997 as a family recreation wagon with a 2.0 litre engine, Posted: 12 October 1999 Renault conceived the concept of Multi Purpose Vehicle way back in 1984 with the Espace, a model...
Posted: 15 September 1999 Honda has entered the small recreational vehicle class with a model designated the HRV Posted: 09 September 1999 Ka presents a visual impact wherever it goes by thanks to cheeky eye-catching looks and bright...
Posted: 19 October 1998 Toyota has selected the European specification Corolla to replace the last of their locally...
Posted: 02 October 1998 Based on a short wheelbase Chariot floor pan, the RVR is available in three versions Posted: 28 September 1998 The ES300 was introduced in 1992 to compete in the lower price spectrum of the luxury bracket Posted: 22 September 1998 With the latest Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler have concentrated in keeping the Jeep popularity as the...
Posted: 16 September 1998 There is no doubt that with every new or updated model that Hyundai Motor Company introduce its a...
Posted: 16 September 1998 The Hyundai ATOZ (from A to Z) is the latest example to temp the local motorist into a new micro...
Posted: 15 September 1998 Honda New Zealand faced a dilemma during 1998 of where to source new vehicles after import tariffs...
Posted: 09 September 1998 Starting with a European Opel platform, extensive modifications were made to create the VT...
Posted: 25 August 1998 The latest model from Citröen to reach our shores is the Xsara which is the replacement for the...
Posted: 12 October 1997 1997 sees the first major facelift and upgrade for the 306 range which has enhanced model...
Posted: 01 September 1997 Available in two versions the TR model has a driver’s airbag, central locking and cassette stereo...
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