Aston Martin is building a limited run of 25 DB4 GTs, the lightweight flyer that was among the most powerful of British cars in the late 1950s and early ‘60s. The new models will be built for the track only and owners will receive training from Aston Martin to be able to compete in an international driving programme, including the spectacular Yas Marina circuit in Abu Dhabi. … [Read more...] about Aston Martin to build limited run of DB4 GTs from the ’50s and ’60s
Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan is salute to the famous badge
New Zealanders will find out early next year if European motoring writers are spot on about the rear-drive Alfa Romeo Giulia, that it’s the best car to wear the famous Italian badge in decades. The new four-door will be here before the end of March, its premium all-wheel-drive Quadrifoglio heading the range. Some markets – Australia included – will have four Giulia variants; … [Read more...] about Alfa Romeo Giulia sedan is salute to the famous badge
Hyundai to provide hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles for government use
Refuelling hydrogen-powered and conventional combustion-engined cars is a similar process – that’s why companies like Toyota and Hyundai believe fuel-cell technology is a natural stepping-stone from hybrids. South Korea’s Hyundai has already leap-frogged petrol-electric hybrid power in this part of the world with an agreement to supply the Australian Capital Territory … [Read more...] about Hyundai to provide hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles for government use
New Holden Commodore, all the way from Opel in Germany
Here are the first official pictures of the made-in-Germany Holden Commodore, the car that will land in New Zealand in 2018 to replace the current Australian-built VFII Commodore. The name might remain the same but the new model is vastly different. It is no longer rear-drive – base models are front drive with the choice of boosted 2.0-litre petrol or diesel engines; the … [Read more...] about New Holden Commodore, all the way from Opel in Germany
All-electric Nikola One truck delivers 746kW/2700Nm
Nikola Motor Company has partnered with US fleet management company Ryder to provide nationwide sales, service and warranty for its all-electric Nikola One. Buyers can reserve their truck for a “fully refundable” US$1500 deposit, with lease rates likely to be between US$5000 and US$7000 a month. … [Read more...] about All-electric Nikola One truck delivers 746kW/2700Nm