Motoring
50-year-old 'fast pursuit' police coupe for sale
It was a case of helmet chin straps on as British police hit the streets in two-door convertibles over 50 years ago.
Once a Falcon man, always a Falcon man
From towing his boat to lugging around 190kg welders, Lou McCauley's 1971Falcon ute has never missed a beat.
1200 to lose jobs when Falcon folds its wings
After 53 years, Ford's Australian large car, the Falcon, has been given 3 years to live.
Scooter rider in bizarre crash sequence
A scooter rider in China has escaped serious injury after acting like a pinball in an unusual crash sequence.
Ford confirms Australian plant closures
Ford confirms its Australian plants will close and with them 1200 jobs and the Falcon model.
Autobahn speed limit proposal revs up debate
Germans are running hot over a politician's speed limit suggestion for the country's autobahns.
Dubai police busted over Bugatti Veyron claim
Dubai's police force has been "busted" over claims its supercar patrol car fleet now boasts a Bugatti Veyron.
Tweets needed to power electric 1967 VW
An electrified 1967 VW that will only run when its mentioned in social media is to attempt a 1600 kilometre US road trip.
Real Gran Turismo 5 supercar to wow Kiwis
A one-off virtual-turned-reality supercar is set to rev up Kiwi car fans later this year.
Driver's tweet reveals hit on cyclist
Young woman is the latest to join list of dumb tweets after claiming to knock cyclist over while driving.
Don't off-road this Mercedes-Benz SUV
Mercedes-Benz's high-performance seven-seater SUV oozes aggression, but don't take it off-road.
Ford NZ stalls on EcoSport uptake
ROB MAETZIG - © Fairfax NZ News
New Zealand is to get Ford's new pint-sized SUV, the EcoSport but it won't be until next year.Close driving calls become laughing matter
ROB MAETZIG - © Fairfax NZ News
If you don't laugh you could go nuts trying to fathom the mad driving habits of motorists in India.Dixon ready to chase second Indy 500 win
DAN GELSTON - AP
Count New Zealand's Scott Dixon as a fan of starting an IndyCar Series race three wide. At Indianapolis, it's a given. At Pocono, it's a whole new thrill.World record Ford Mustang price
A one-off 1967 Shelby GT500 Super Snake has sold for a record NZ$1.58m at auction.
Top four V8 Supercars drivers get penalised
GUY HAND - AAP
The top four drivers in the V8 Supercars championship have all been penalised after Ford's Will Davison joined a star-studded naughty list following the sport's American debut.Maccas worker spots her stolen car in drive-thru
Woman working at McDonald's spots her stolen SUV in the drive-thru.
Aston Martin's 290kmh birthday celebration present
New CC100 Speedster concept a nod to past and future for troubled British brand, Aston Martin.
Formula One simulator for your home
MATT CAMPBELL
UK supermarket selling full-size formula one simulator for NZ$168,000.
Kiwi Fabian Coulthard keeps V8 race win
The V8 Supercars’ American adventure has had its aftermath in the stewards’ room.
Teens arrested after chase on stolen moped
Two teenagers on a stolen scooter led police on a low-speed pursuit in Wellington today.
Rich-lister renews homeland focus
Hot on the heels of a deal to distribute Alfa Romeo, Fiat Dodge and Jeep here, Sydney-based Kiwi rich-lister Neville Crichton hints at another.
Mini Paceman has space, man
It loses nothing in fun and cheek, but this coupe come hatch does a better job of looking after passengers.
American V8 Supercars dream for Whincup
For Holden's Jamie Whincup, it was an American dream. For Ford's Will Davison, it was a star-spangled spanner in the works.
No formula for extra roading money
Petrol tax must rise as fuel efficient cars mean drivers are paying less but there is no formula for where the extra money will be spent, PM says.
Trying day for Dixon at Indy 500 qualifying
GARY GRAVES - AP
New Zealand's Scott Dixon has qualified in 16th place for Indianapolis 500.Jamie Whincup wins first two Texas races
GUY HAND - AAP
Jamie Whincup extend championship lead by winning the landmark first two V8 Supercars races held in the US.Aston Martin sets $6m price record
Aston Martin car sells for NZ$6m, setting a new world-record price for the brand.
Liquid-cooled Beemer a real delight
PAUL OWEN - © Fairfax NZ News
Never has BMW's R1200GS been so desirable.Ugly people mover gets makeover
Motoring's ugliest duckling has been transformed but it still lacks swan-like gracefulness.
Marc Marquez clinches MotoGP pole in France
JULIEN PRETOT - Reuters
World championship leader Marc Marquez, riding a Honda, has his second pole position in MotoGP.Craig Lowndes fastest in V8 practice in Texas
GUY HAND - AAP
Craig Lowndes left it late, but still proved the star of the Lone Star state on the V8 Supercars' American debut.BMW's almost perfect package
DAVE MOORE - © Fairfax NZ News
BMW introduces a free lunch for diesel lovers.When car names go bad
LARRY PRINTZ
An ideal name can summarise a vehicle's personality perfectly but the wrong one can send a never intended message.Double whammy hits petrol prices
Bad news for motorists as petrol prices are lifted by 4c a litre on back of falling dollar.
Driver falls 20m as truck dangles off flyover
Driver falls about 20m from his truck on to a road in a dramatic Melbourne crash.
Tolls and higher fuel tax to pay for roads
Drivers face paying $135 extra over the next three years, with legislation to increase petrol tax being rushed through Parliament.
Motoring journo writes off brand new Lamborghini
Motoring journo destroys new facelifted Lamborghini Gallardo on a wet highway.
Carnage possible in US V8 Supercars races
GUY HAND - AAP
James Courtney admits the V8 Supercars could introduce themselves to the United States with opening corner carnage.Lavish limo a part day spa, office, first-class seat
From "active perfuming" to hot rock massages the new Mercedes-Benz flagship promises to redefine luxury motoring.
First drive: Porsche 918 Spyder
Take cover Ferrari and McLaren, the fastest, most powerful Porsche road car ever is a game changer.
Flat-packed truck can be built in 11.5 hours
Meet Ox the world's first flat-packed truck that can be assembled by three people in 11.5 hours.
Car smashes parking assistant through wall
Another candidate for the title of the worst car parker after parking attendant smashed through wall.
BMW sedan sets world drifting record
A BMW M5 sedan has been used to shatter the Guinness World Record for longest sustained drift.
Forget carjacking. Soon it will be carhacking
Rising cybersecurity risks through cars prompt auto- safety regulator to start a new office focusing on the threat.
How to level the new car purchase playing field
Negotiating with a car dealer is a perennial source of angst and frustration.
Honda mixes sixes, fours in NZ Accords
ROB MAETZIG - © Fairfax NZ News
Honda is not sweating the small stuff as we try and figure out what's happened with New Zealand's entire Accord range.'S' in badge could say this X1's a sweet drive
ROB MAETZIG - © Fairfax NZ News
It's all in the badging. So here's the story behind a BMW with a long-winded name - X1 sDrive 20d.1967 Toyota sports car sells for $1.39m
A Toyota sports car has sold for more than $1 million to a collector in the United States.
50-year-old 'fast pursuit' police coupe for sale
Once a Falcon man, always a Falcon man
Scooter rider in bizarre crash sequence
Autobahn speed limit proposal revs up debate
1200 to lose jobs when Falcon folds its wings
Ford confirms Australian plant closures
Dubai police busted over Bugatti Veyron claim
Tweets needed to power electric 1967 VW
Real Gran Turismo 5 supercar to wow Kiwis
Driver's tweet reveals hit on cyclist
Don't off-road this Mercedes-Benz SUV
Ford NZ stalls on EcoSport uptake
Mystery buyer of Welly homes vanishes
Teen hangout pad concern for police
Maggot makes a meal of takeaway
London terror victim's identity revealed
London terror accused a 'shy' convert from Christianity
A-lister in $9.2m mortgage fraud case
Williams calls time on All Blacks career
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