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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.
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.
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.
Dixon ready to chase second Indy 500 win
DAN GELSTON - AP
Count Scott Dixon as a fan of starting an IndyCar Series race three wide. At Indianapolis, it's a given.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.
HSV V8 outmuscles Porsche, Maserati and Audi
HSV's first supercharged V8 – and its most powerful car – is one of a new model line-up just released.
Job offers, wedding proposals from used car ad
He embellished the qualities of a beaten-up ute and attracted 200,000 viewers.
What matters to Kiwis when buying a new car?
New research figures reveal the truth about our car purchasing habits and preferences.
Police to check vehicle safety
Motorists pulled over by police during routine traffic stops could face vehicle inspections.
Seatbelt hater turns to T-shirt trick
A man who is "against wearing seatbelts" thinks he has the solution to driving unrestrained without getting caught by police.
SUV drivers most aggressive
SUV drivers are the most aggressive on the road, according to new Australian research.
Rescued rare and wrecked secret Mini for sale
How much would you pay for a wrecked Mini Clubman that is over 30 years old?
Enraged pupil prompts school to seek police help
Muttonbird chicks die as parents seek food
Yacht race organiser alleges rates 'sting'
Vodafone prepares for 4G launch
Reward system just the ticket for pupils
Skifields zero in on Aussie visitors
Parents told to keep tabs as child sex on rise