Canterbury’s auto authority: Christchurch European
Look after your pride and joy properly with one of Christchurch’s best teams in automotive care. Your car is in good company at Christchurch European’s newly-expanded Sockburn workshop. “From everyday European drivers to some of the most special performance cars on the road, Ferraris, McLarens and everything in between, we see it all,” […]
Ayrburn Classic: through the judge’s lens
Excitement doesn’t even begin to cover it, writes Metropol’s motoring expert and now Ayrburn Classic Festival of Motoring judge Ben Selby. After a successful first running in 2025, the Ayrburn Classic returns for another year. From 20 to 22 February in the picturesque surroundings of Central Otago’s Wakatipu Basin, Ayrburn, a one-of-a-kind lifestyle […]
Style. Power. Intelligence. Gary Cockram
The world-class Geely brand – and striking Geely Starray – lands in North Canterbury, introducing a bold new chapter in Rangiora’s automotive market. Fusing striking style with advanced hybrid capability, the Geely Starray EM-i offers premium comfort, intelligent features, and performance tailored to Kiwi lifestyles. WIth Gary Cockram Rangiora’s $3000 cash-back deal, this […]
Collector’s edition – Aston Martin Vanquish
The first-generation Aston Martin Vanquish stands out in the back catalogue of one of the most coveted brands in motoring, writes Ben Selby. This is one luxurious drive. The Vanquish marks a transition period for Astons of old, teasing where the company would be headed with the dawn of the 21st century. Adding […]
Peppy performer
I’ve always struggled to get excited about the SUV-come-Coupe segment. This all changed lately when I sampled the brand new Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, writes Ben Selby. Enter an elegant refresh – essentially a streamlined and sportier version of the GLE SUV – the coupe’s flowing rear section and slippery looking accents are the […]
Power Up: VP Batteries
Don’t let a flat battery slow you down. Nothing derails your day, or holiday road trip, faster than discovering a flat battery. Whether it’s in your car, motorhome, motorcycle, tractor or boat, finding a replacement is frustrating enough, but fitting it and disposing of the old one adds another layer of hassle. That’s […]
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