Convert those cars
To accelerate the global move toward sustainable vehicles, Toyota is suggesting simply replacing the inner workings of vehicles already on the roads with cleaner technology. “I don’t want to leave any car lover behind,” says chief executive Akio Toyoda, from Tokyo. Mr Toyoda says it will take a long time for all the cars to […]
Torque talk: Weathering the storm
New Zealand has experienced plenty of adverse weather recently. With the after effects of Cyclone Gabrielle still fresh in our minds and more cold and wet months almost upon us, here are some tips for how to drive safely if conditions deteriorate. 1. EARLY BIRD – When braking or indicating left or right, start much […]
A grown up vibe: Honda Cars
The previous generation Honda Civic Type R was fast and serious fun, however, I wasn’t overly keen on its “boy racer” rear wing. Now the latest FL5, gives a more “grown up” vibe to the sixth instalment of the Civic Type R bloodline. The FL5 is longer, wider and sits 30mm lower than the FK8 […]
Fabulous Ferrari: Eyrewell Forest Motor Company
Regarded as one of Maranello’s greatest hits, the Ferrari F355 is already a modern classic. If you’ve always wanted a classic car or a Ferrari, then check out this ‘New Zealand new’ 1999 355 F1 Spider, currently for sale by Andrew Farrow of Eyrewell Forest Motor Company. Its 3.5L naturally aspirated 380hp V8, with five […]
Bespoke Baby Bugatti
Wealthy vehicle enthusiasts can now add a special ‘Baby Bugatti’ to their collections. The Bugatti Baby II is a contemporary tribute to Ettore Bugatti’s original Type 35 masterpiece from 1926. Developed by Bugatti in partnership with The Little Car Company, it celebrates the 110th anniversary of the iconic brand. Would-be customers get complete freedom to […]
Top 20 most eye-catching cars in the world
A new British Auto Trader study rates the Porsche 911 top overall eye-catching design, with the BMW 3 Series the best everyday car, and Porsche’s Taycan model coming out as the most ‘eye-catching’ EV. The Porsche 911 captured the most attention, with an ‘eye-catching score’ of 91 percent, followed by the Lexus LC500 and Ferrari […]
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