Motoring blog

Top towing tips

Towing a light trailer doesn’t require any special licence in New Zealand, so it’s up to the driver to ensure they have the correct knowledge and skills.

Dealing with the dreaded deadlock

Do you have a spare car key? It’s vital to have one. Not only will it save a lot of hassle if you lose the key you usually use, it will save a lot of time and money if you get stuck in a deadlocking situation.

Five epic New Zealand road trips for spring

Discover epic New Zealand road trips this spring, from the stunning Twin Coast Discovery to the wild beauty of Fiordland and the thermal wonders of Rotorua and Taupō.

Avon's guide to buying a used car

Used cars are tricky things; great one day, then a headache (and heartache) the next. There’s a lot to navigate. Here are 10 helpful tips for buying a used car.

Audi Ice Experience 2024

The Audi Ice Experience, now in its 15th year, offers a custom driving tutorial paired with a luxury mini break, featuring five-star accommodation at the Rees Hotel Queenstown and exquisite dining.

Top tips for understanding your EV's battery

Range anxiety is old news with the arrival of longer-range EVs, but you still need to be smart about your vehicle’s limits. Every EV has an estimated kilometre range that’s more guideline than gospel.

Everything you didn’t know about EV servicing

So, you’ve got an EV. Great! But now that you’re now driving engine-free, don’t think that you can skip vehicle servicing. EVs still need to be serviced regularly, just like internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles.

Five seriously cool EV’s heading to New Zealand soon

The Regent electric seaglider

An enterprise hoping to change public transport - making it affordable and fully sustainable (not to mention exciting!) - has secured $145 million in a long-term, strategic partnership to help it lift off.

Top picks for used cars

Finding the right used car for you can be overwhelming. The good news is we're here to help. If you do find yourself in the market for a good used car, make sure to check out our picks below to help steer you in the right direction.