All aboard!

Driving isn’t solely restricted to Kiwi roads. We’re also a nation of water lovers, jumping in to drive rigid inflatables (RIBs), jet boats, gin palaces, jet skis and all manner of water craft for thrill and leisure. In areas such as coastal Canterbury, the ocean or a river is never too far away, making watercraft […]

A valuable service

How often do you have your vehicle serviced? In New Zealand, the Automobile Association (AA) recommends regular servicing for safety, running efficiency, and longevity of your vehicle. Generally, the association says, vehicles should be serviced every 12 months or 10,000km, whichever comes first. High mileage drivers should aim to have an interim level service every […]

Experience the freedom: Haines Hunter

Dreaming of the perfect escape? Your dream can become reality with Haines Hunter. They offer a boat for any adventure, with models tailored to suit every lifestyle. From compact and versatile designs like the SF485, perfect for first-time owners or those seeking ease of launching and retrieving independently, to larger models such as the impressive […]

Luxury car experiences

Global vehicle leader Lotus Technology is using Amazon Web Services (AWS) to amp up the development of intelligent, luxury car experiences. Lotus will use AWS to implement its Vision80 Strategy, a plan to transform the company into a global luxury technology brand by 2028. Ongoing focus will be on luxury vehicles, with concentration on next-generation […]

Get in quick: Eyrewell Forest Motor Company

Finding a Tesla Model S is rare these days, given the number of new Tesla models found in Canterbury. Along with the changing landscape of New Zealand’s aged import legislation, it means the Model S has become highly collectable. Ben Selby reports. The numbers speak for themselves for the Model S P85D. Dual electric motors, […]

A statement leviathan

One could never accuse Mercedes-Benz of lacking in choice when it comes to SUVs. Those wanting the pinnacle of size and luxury would naturally defer to the flagship GLS. With the exception of its opulent Maybach variant, the GLS450d and its AMG counterpart represent the zenith of Mercedes-Benz luxury for those wanting space and a […]