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Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies

Some of the world's biggest vehicle manufacturers are slowing progress on electric cars, a report has found.

Fiat 500 Hybrid

Mild hybrid power gives Fiat's core model a chance to outlive its famous 1950s forebear

The 40 electric cars with the biggest batteries

2025 Kia EV3: Everything We Know – Price, Range, Specs & More

Here’s everything we know about what’s expected to become one of the most popular electric crossovers.

BMW Should Bring The F 900 R and XR Sport Editions To The US

These M-inspired models are exclusive to the French market...for now.

The most interesting European cars we’ve ever spotted in American junkyards

American junkyards are inevitably full of Detroit's finest - but we've unearthed plenty of European models on our travels too

Transport Minister Simeon Brown announces Roads of Regional Significance

Simeon Brown says NZTA will take on all associated decision-making responsibilities.

A century of speed: Britain’s fastest cars

Two Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ns Overtake Dozens of Cars at Nürburgring

The hot EVs perform intense back-to-back laps of the Nordschleife.

Nissan GT-R Makes the C8 Corvette Look Like an Economy Car in Runway Drag Race

The GT-R’s all-wheel-drive system also helped.

America's Love Affair With The Car Captured In Amazing Historic Images

Drive into the past with these photos of America's old highways.

Ferrari Introduces the 499P Modificata: Hypercar with Le Mans Technology for Exclusive Clients

Ferrari has launched a modified version of its Le Mans-winning hypercar, named the 499P Modificata, aimed at clients who want to experience a taste of the racing world.

Review: is the Tesla Model S Plaid a true performance EV?

Ferrari SF90 XX and Spider review

Ferrari piles on the downforce for its first road-legal, special-series XX model

Tesla Cybertruck Vs. Ram 2500 Diesel Tow Comparison Reveals Stark Difference

The two trucks were towing identical 8,000 trailers. One of them went less than 100 miles before needing a top-up.

Photos Of The 25 Rarest Cars In The World

Dive into the elite realm of the world's rarest cars. From limited-edition masterpieces to one-of-a-kind marvels, discover the captivating stories behind these rare gems. Unearth the extraordinary engineering, exquisite designs, and unparalleled craftsmanship that make these cars true works of art.

30 times Ford engines were used by other car makers

Cancer Society’s Tranz Alpine Scooter Safari attracts 250 riders for this weekend’s event

They’ll be covering the 250km from Christchurch to Hokitika - on 50cc mopeds.

Ford Lost Over $100,000 Per EV In Q1. Now It’s Reportedly Cutting Battery Orders

The maker of the Mustang Mach-E is expecting its EV business to lose up to $5.5 billion this year.

Mercedes-AMG G63

The iconic G-Class silhouette shrouds a wholesale update that now makes the mighty and capable G63 a proper super SUV

Xiaomi Already Has a Tesla Model Y Fighter In The Works: Report

Just a month after launching the wildly successful SU7, Xiaomi is already developing a new EV to take on the Tesla Model Y.

Citroën Surprises by Launching a Peculiar Van for a Specific Purpose

The Citroën is selling a rather peculiar van called the Relay Back to Back, a 'two-headed' vehicle, which might even seem like a Photoshop montage, but is real and serves a specific purpose.

Could This Suzuki Electric Scooter Patent Show Us The Future?

Produced in cooperation with Panasonic, the adorable last-mile machine keeps ease of battery access top of mind.

Ola Electric’s Motorcycle Patents Have a Few Company Firsts

We saw cool prototypes from the manufacturer last year, but these designs fill a commuter-shaped hole in its lineup.

Man allegedly steals vehicle with baby inside it

The baby was later left on a grass verge in Waitara unharmed.

Ferrari Won't Turbocharge Its V-12 Any Time Soon

Ferrari spent a lot of money to guarantee it meets upcoming emissions standards.

What Else Should Sea-Doo's 325 Horsepower Engine Go Into?

So many possibilities come to mind.

Lamborghini Launches Special Edition Turntable Featuring Sounds of Its V-12 Engines on Vinyl

In partnership with Technics, Lamborghini has created a special turntable for fans of the brand's V-12 engines.

Rolls-Royce Cullinan revamp brings fresh look and new options

Revised styling, new infotainment and a raft of extra options for Goodwood's V12 SUV

Undercover Caddie: Professional golf’s civil war has made us rich but at a cost

We don’t care—not anymore, at least. That’s probably not the answer fans expect to hear from caddies about the battle between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, but, like many of you, we are fatigued with the daily drama. Though it affects our livelihoods, it’s hard to get worked up over something we have no say in. Before coming off as ungrateful, let me ...

Buy This Certifiably Rad Custom Yamaha Phazer Snowmoquad

The best of both worlds or just our redneck dreams? You decide.

PXG's Bob Parsons on his new autobiography: 'I never regretted any decision that I made'

Bob Parsons, the 73-year-old billionaire behind PXG, the golf upstart brand that has become an industry stalwart in its decade of existence, likes to say that luck and a guardian angel have been integral parts to his success. The biggest hits in his career include selling his microcomputer software company Parsons Technology to Intuit for $50 milli...

This Rare Ferrari Had an iPod Touch from the Factory

The 430 Scuderia Spider 16M's Apple gadget can be removed from the dock.

Is Royal Enfield Getting Close To Launching The Guerrilla 450?

It's no guarantee, but surely this new official model logo documentation filing isn't nothing.

KiwiRail to begin work to resolve issues on Wairarapa line

KiwiRail laid the tracks too close together meaning passenger carriages do not fit.

Rob and Rylan’s Grand Tour, review: one of the BBC’s odder travelogues turns out to be a tonic

This year marks the 200th anniversary of Lord Byron’s death, and what more appropriate way to mark it than by sending Rob Rinder and Rylan Clark to relive his Grand Tour days in Italy? This must be one of the BBC’s most random commissioning ideas. It works, though. And it ends up being a show that is difficult to categorise. Rob and Rylan’s Grand T...

This Alpina B3 Touring Is the Most Compelling BMW on Sale Right Now

Looking spectacular in Alpina's signature blue with gold pinstriping, this BMW E36-based wagon is the stuff dreams are made of.

Marquez 'still missing something’ to fight for 2024 MotoGP title

Marc Marquez admits he is still “missing something” with his Gresini Ducati squad right now to fight for the 2024 MotoGP title, despite moving to third in the standings.

NZTA tells dealers to repay Clean Car rebates on almost 200 EVs

Waka Kotahi has found almost 200 cases where car dealers pocketed electric vehicle subsidies, then broke the law.

New Porsche 911 hybrid confirmed for 28 May reveal

The first electrified 911 is as fast around the Nürburgring as the 641bhp 911 Turbo S

Volkswagen California camper van goes plug-in hybrid

Seventh-generation California also gets car underpinnings, interior improvements and new technology

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra review: Robotic cleaning perfection with an eye-watering price

The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra is the pinnacle of tech excellence in a vacuum cleaner - hampered by a massive price tag and occasional identification errors

Nostalgia: did you know these things about Knight Rider?

30 times Citroën got it right

Revealed: The roads set to be prioritised under Govt plan

The programme will sit alongside Roads of National Significance.

Take The Ultimate American Road Trip In These Incredible RVs

From cute and cosy RVs to more glamorous and spacious vehicles, we take a look at the budget-friendly luxury motorhomes to rent for a road trip across the US.

2024 Tesla Model X: EPA Range And Energy Consumption Comparison

The EPA driving range varies between 300 and 335 miles, while its total energy consumption is 2.7-3.0 miles/kWh.

The 2025 Aston Martin Vantage Will Make You Reconsider That Porsche

The 153 extra horsepower doesn't tell the full story. The Vantage is fully rethought.

Best shoes for the races: Rixo, Reformation and more

Best shoes for the races: Rixo, Reformation and more - Put your best foot forward while standing racecourse-side

Where to fill up your car as petrol plunges to 99c a litre

Traffic queues are expected to stretch around the Metro Petroleum on Bellevue Rd in Figtree near Wollongong.