Car reviews

What Kiwis can expect from Skoda's refreshed line-up

Skoda has established itself as a major competitor in all its segments and has been actively updating the catalogue of its most popular vehicles. Think new engines, more innovative technology, and sharper, more refined aesthetics, all while keeping the unique and practical Skoda character that Kiwis have come to love from the European brand. We took a closer look at the top three models and have compiled a brief overview of how they stack up.

2025 Mercedes-Benz G580 & G 63 Review | A tale of two Gs

Cupra Formentor V

There's something uniquely attractive about Cupra that makes it stand out from other European brands.

The Lowdown on Kia’s EV Range

Intending to dominate the Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) market, Kia have gone for a straight flush the addition of the new EV3 and EV4 to its lineup.

2025 Volkswagen Golf R

With over 20 years of heritage behind the “R” nameplate, the facelifted Golf R continues Volkswagen’s legacy of effortlessly balancing everyday usability with thrilling performance.

Car Launch: 2025 BYD Shark 6 + BYD Sealion 7

When BYD invites you on a road trip through some of the most scenic parts of New Zealand, you say yes first and ask questions later. That’s exactly how I found myself, along with six other motoring journalists, flying into Queenstown for the launch of the BYD Shark 6—a plug-in hybrid ute - with a surprise unveiling of the all-new BYD Sealion 7 along the way. It wasn’t just a car launch. It was a tour of NZ’s clean energy future, a road trip, and a chance to see how well these BYD newcomers handle real roads (and real Kiwi conditions). Spoiler alert: They handled it very well.

2025 Jac T9

Who said you couldn’t make a Ute under $50,000 for the New Zealand market well the team at NZ Automotive Ltd have just launched the Jac T9 for $49,990 plus on road costs. “Like its no-nonsense name, the price is pretty straight-up too,” says JAC General Manager, Andrew Craw.

2024 Volkswagen Tiguan

The Volkswagen Tiguan is back and better than ever.

2024 BYD Sealion 6 Super Hybrid SUV + Q&A with BYD New Zealand GM Warren Willmot

Find out what the experts at the AA think of the 2024 BYD Sealion 6 Super Hybrid SUV + a Q&A with BYD New Zealand GM Warren Willmot

2024 Honda HR-V

Find out what the expects at the AA think of the 2024 Honda HR-V!