Car news

Open content
Open content
Toyota NZ recalls Camry over issue with driver display screen
News
Toyota NZ recalls Camry over issue with driver display screen

Toyota's large sedan, the Camry, recalled over screen that 'may fail to display'.

undefined Matthew Hansen CarExpert
GWM Ora 5 PHEV Touring revealed in Chinese government filings
News
GWM Ora 5 PHEV Touring revealed in Chinese government filings

The Chinese government has leaked an as-yet-unannounced plug-in hybrid version of the Ora 5, supplementing the currently electric-only small SUV.

undefined Max Davies CarExpert
2029 Chevrolet Camaro sedan: Holden Commodore SS successor delayed by a year
News
2029 Chevrolet Camaro sedan: Holden Commodore SS successor delayed by a year

The Chevrolet Camaro is making a belated a comeback with four doors, V8 power, rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox like the old Holden Commodore SS.

undefined Damion Smy CarExpert
Mitsubishi ASX VR-e confirmed for NZ: early look at brand’s first EV in a decade
News
Mitsubishi ASX VR-e confirmed for NZ: early look at brand’s first EV in a decade

Mitsubishi has revealed the ASX VR-e, the brand’s first new EV to be offered in New Zealand since 2014.

undefined Dave Kavermann CarExpert
2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Affordable Mid-Size SUV
News
2026 CarExpert Choice winner: Best Affordable Mid-Size SUV

A thrifty hybrid powertrain, a high-quality interior, a polished drive, and low running costs make the Honda CR-V a standout.

CarExpert
Tired of your car constantly beeping? ANCAP is too
News
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".

undefined Dave Kavermann CarExpert
2027 BYD Atto 3 Evo priced: EV SUV updated with up to 510km range, 330kW flagship
News
2027 BYD Atto 3 Evo priced: EV SUV updated with up to 510km range, 330kW flagship

The BYD Atto 3 Evo range is set to arrive in New Zealand with more range, faster charging and significantly more performance, including a new all-wheel-drive flagship capable of 0-100km/h in 3.9 seconds.

undefined Dave Kavermann CarExpert
Fuel excise tax increase likely if National re-elected, says Luxon
News
Fuel excise tax increase likely if National re-elected, says Luxon

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the Government is unlikely to increase fuel excise on January 1, but admits a rise is likely later in its term to help fund New Zealand’s roads.

undefined Dave Kavermann CarExpert
Ford Fathom: New budget electric ute named and priced
News
Ford Fathom: New budget electric ute named and priced

The new affordable dual-cab ute will be Ford’s cheapest electric vehicle when it goes on sale in the US in 2027, and could make its way to Australia.

undefined Damion Smy CarExpert