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Ferrari Luce EV sells out as brand confirms Australian orders, arrival timing
Ferrari’s controversial first EV has allegedly sold out its 2026 production allocation, including confirmed orders from Australia.
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Dave’s journey in the automotive industry started early, working in new car sales fresh out of school. After a stint racing 150cc, 250cc and F3 motorcycles, it was clear he was never going to be the next Valentino Rossi. So Dave put away his leathers and picked up a camera, before co-founding New Zealand Motorsport Annual with his father, and then becoming an accredited Motorsport New Zealand and V8 Supercars photographer, ultimately leading to a job as a motoring journalist for The New Zealand Herald. After subsequent stints in radio, charity PR and communications, and business, Dave returns to the world he knows best – behind the wheel of a car. Outside the office, Dave is likely scouring the internet for his next car or associated parts, pretending to be Max Verstappen in Gran Turismo, tending to his dog, or spending as much time as possible at the beach.
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Tired of your car constantly beeping? ANCAP is too
ANCAP's updated guidance states that well-designed active safety systems should support motorists, "not irritate them".
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Geofencing tech could make speeding impossible, says transport professor
Cars could soon be electronically slowed or limited, with geofencing technology making speeding impossible in urban areas, a professor claims.
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Volkswagen CEO wants Europe to tariff Chinese plug-in hybrids immediately
Volkswagen says Europe is running out of time to respond to the rapid rise of Chinese plug-in hybrids, with Chinese brands now accounting for more than a quarter of the region's PHEV market.
16 Days Ago
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GWM opens pre-order books for new 620Nm turbo-diesel Tank 500 and Cannon Alpha
The Chinese brand's new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel will deliver more torque than Ford’s V6-powered Ranger and Everest.
17 Days Ago
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Subaru revives dedicated performance division to build fun cars again
Subaru's growing hybrid and electric vehicle sales have given the company more flexibility to continue investing in performance models.
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Toyota MR2 revival edges closer as mid-engined prototype spied testing
The long-anticipated return of the mid-engined Toyota MR2 looks a step closer to reality as a new prototype is spotted testing in Japan.
19 Days Ago
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Dutch sports car maker Donkervoort taking Australian orders for 780kg, 450kW P24 RS
Dutch company Donkervoort claims the P24 RS is the only production car producing 441kW while weighing less than one tonne.
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2027 Range Rover GT: New electric coupe SUV previewed, hybrid option planned
The new Range Rover GT will debut a new architecture for JLR, with electric power at first and hybrids due later.
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Expert Insights: Q&A with GWM Australia chief operating officer John Kett
GWM is Australia's oldest Chinese auto brand and it's now chasing a top-five sales position with a wave of new models on the way, as its COO explains.
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Honda puts a slew of rare heritage cars up for sale
Honda New Zealand is auctioning 16 historic vehicles from its Heritage Collection, including several rare locally assembled models.
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Could BYD buy Volkswagen? This German economist thinks so
Could Chinese EV giant BYD one day own Volkswagen? A leading German economist thinks it's possible.
1 Month Ago
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Ferrari 12Cilindri receives new 'Manuale By-Wire' system – but is it really a manual?
The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale is a supercar you can't 'money shift' – but you can stall. Here's how.
1 Month Ago
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2027 Land Rover Discovery prices: New Landmark trim added as large SUV nears 10th birthday in Australia
The Land Rover Discovery has gained a new Landmark trim, signalling the end may be approaching for the current-generation model.
1 Month Ago
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McMurtry Spéirling PURE EV revealed with F1-rivalling performance for almost $2 million
The production-spec McMurtry Spéirling PURE will deliver 2000kg of fan-generated downforce, 3g cornering performance, and a 1.55-second 0-97km/h time.
1 Month Ago
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Mazda CX-5, BMW X3, MG S6 EV and Cupra Formentor earn five-star ANCAP ratings
Four recently launched SUVs have all gained top marks in the latest round of testing by safety authority ANCAP.
1 Month Ago