Steering to satisfaction
Consumer NZ’s survey of New Zealand’s best and worst cars revealed our favourite brands, and those we don’t love so much. Earlier this year, results were released from the over 8000 Kiwis surveyed and 72 models reported on. Brands such as Honda, BYD, and Tesla have won the hearts of New Zealanders, winning People’s Choice. […]
Used vehicle imports up
The removal of the Clean Car legislation at the end of 2023 is one probable cause for increased imports of used vehicles. Registrations of these jumped 25% year-on-year in January 2024 to 8915 units from 7135 in the previous corresponding period. Toyota led the used import market with 3316 registrations, followed by Mazda (1329), Nissan […]
Dancing with the waves
Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Abarth introduced its new “Offshore” model at the prestigious Top Marques Monaco 2024 event in June. Presented by Car Off Shore, this zippy wee car/boat (pictured in action) captures Abarth’s signature traits with a striking metallic-green body and powerful performance boasting 230Hp and Riva racing exhausts. Based on the iconic Fiat […]
An epic emission-free vehicle
Metropol motoring writer Ben Selby puts the new Lotus Eletre S through its paces. Who would have thought an all-electric SUV would be wearing a Lotus badge? The Hethel-based brand, known mostly for its lightweight, fun sports cars, has well and truly started its transition to a zero emission future, while incorporating the most cutting […]
Top Marques with Niki Mills: The Mercedes Benz G Class, when luxury meets off-road
The Mercedes Benz G Class, also known colloquially as the G-Wagen, has always been one of Mercedes Benz’s most iconic models. With its signature tough and simplistic boxy look, it has grown in popularity in the Luxury 4WD segment as the current ‘must have’ SUV for sports stars, celebrities, and those that appreciate a more […]
Embrace safer speed limits
The Australasian College of Road Safety (ARCS) is advocating for an agreed and evidence-based approach to setting speed limits, as New Zealand moves to revise its speed management policies. New Zealand’s road fatality rates remain alarmingly high, ranking 29th out of 35 OECD countries in 2022. Despite common perceptions, many fatalities result from everyday drivers […]
Luxurious top performers
The Land Rover Defender is a name synonymous with off-road capability, exploration and adventure. Metropol managing director Murray Dempsey, who already drives a Defender, took the opportunity to check out the latest models. The latest interpretation of the Land Rover Defender is as sophisticated in its technology as it is comfortable on the road, which […]
Torque Talk: Keeping in touch
In-car entertainment has come a long way since the days of 8-track stereos, and the classic 1980s head unit with “graphic equaliser” which could either improve or drastically lower the tone of your favourite track. By Ben Selby. Now, it’s becoming more common to a have a new car with a touchscreen infotainment system, Apple/Android […]
On and off-road adventure: Armstrong’s
If one brand has made waves in the off-road, go anywhere, utilitarian community within the last two years, then it is INEOS Automotive by a country mile. Metropol motoring writer Ben Selby checks out the newest in its range. The automotive arm of British based company INEOS was founded by its chairman Jim Ratcliffe, himself […]
The right direction: Platinum Finance
Are you considering a loan for a car or boat? Perhaps you’re after business finance or debt consolidation. No matter your needs, you should be going through Platinum Finance, as they will look out for your financial wellbeing. Platinum Finance have been helping Kiwis with financial solutions since 2003. Founder and director Matt McEwan was […]
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