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Two Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ns Overtake Dozens of Cars at Nürburgring

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

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.

Another central Whanganui intersection to get roundabout trial

It will be similar to the new road layout at the Guyton and Wicksteed intersection.

The 40 electric cars with the biggest batteries

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.

Drivers accused of 'ignoring' diversion route around M25 closure

Drivers accused of 'ignoring' diversion route around M25 closure - A seven-mile stretch of the M25 between junctions 9 and 10 is set to remain closed until 6am on Monday

Buy This Certifiably Rad Custom Yamaha Phazer Snowmoquad

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

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 ...

Revealed: The roads set to be prioritised under Govt plan

The programme will sit alongside Roads of National Significance.

KiwiRail to begin work to resolve issues on Wairarapa line

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

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

WRC Portugal: Ogier holds rally lead, Evans hit by overheating drama

Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier maintained a slender Rally Portugal lead over Hyundai’s Ott Tanak, while World Rally Championship title hopeful Elfyn Evans suffered an overheating issue.

30 times Citroën got it right

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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.

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.

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.

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.

The ‘bizarre’ F1 car, the 1977 Tyrrell P34, is auctioned for over $1.1 million

The Tyrrell P34, the only six-wheeled car to enter a Formula 1 race, was sold for over $1.1 million at an auction held in Monaco this weekend.

34 uses of the Buick V6

Man allegedly steals vehicle with baby inside it

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

Berlin E-Prix: Da Costa seals Porsche home win after beating Cassidy

Antonio Felix da Costa claimed victory at Porsche’s home event in the weekend’s second Berlin E-Prix, as Formula E championship leader Nick Cassidy extended his points lead.

Motorsport: Kiwi Courtney Duncan excited by WMX team switch, results still to come

New Zealander is seventh in championship after two of seven WMX rounds.

This Rare Ferrari Had an iPod Touch from the Factory

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

Volkswagen California camper van goes plug-in hybrid

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

Watch This Ferrari 296 GTB Top 218 MPH on the Autobahn

This V-6-powered Ferrari goes way beyond its claimed top speed, and it sounds great getting there.

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.

Transport Minister announces new 'Roads of Regional Significance'

The government its expanding Roads of National Significance to regional routes, Transport Minister Simeon Brown says.

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.

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...

Peugeot 5008

MPV turns SUV. Does the new Peugeot 5008 offer the best of both worlds, or neither?

WRC Portugal: Ogier makes history with record sixth Portugal win

Toyota’s Sebastien Ogier held off Hyundai’s Ott Tanak to claim a record sixth Rally Portugal victory as Thierry Neuville extended his World Rally Championship points lead over Elfyn Evans.

Jeremy Clarkson vows not to holiday in Europe this summer after ‘nuisance’ Madrid break

Jeremy Clarkson vows not to holiday in Europe this summer after ‘nuisance’ Madrid break - The TV personality blamed Brexit voters for ‘snaking’ passport control queues

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.

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.

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.

Check Out This Tesla Cybertruck Wrapped In Rust

Rust wraps aren't necessarily a new phenomenon, but the Cybertruck wears it surprisingly well.

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Tariffs Aren't Going To Fix This

Are we losing our nerve as China speeds ahead on EVs? Plus, Mercedes faces a union vote and Tesla deals with a literal angry mob.

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.

The Best American Road Trips You've Might Not Even Know

Forget the big hitters – you’ll love these underrated US road trips

Fiat 500 Hybrid

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

Where Rivian Stumbled, The R1T RMAXX Filled The Gear Tunnel Void

Who needs an official Rivian R1T Tunnel Shuttle or Camp Kitchen anyways?

Good progress on M25 works, National Highways says

Good progress on M25 works, National Highways says - Drivers urged to stick to diversion route during the M25 closure.

Peugeot's V-10 Might Be the Best-Sounding V-10

Aside from Formula 1's wild V-10 era, it doesn't get better than this.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Stuttgart’s big-daddy SUV now offers a genuine 30mpg diesel option, which raises the game for the iconic G-Wagen

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

Nostalgia: did you know these things about Knight Rider?

The BMW 7 Series Plug-In Hybrid Can't Beat The EV

BMW's newest 7 Series is a fantastic car, but the plug-in hybrid drivetrain isn’t up to snuff.

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.