BMW is the latest company to team with electric vehicle (EV) support group Charge Net NZ to help build a nationwide network of fast-charge stations for EVs. The luxury German carmaker joins big trading names like The Warehouse, Noel Leeming, Pack’n’Save, Z Energy, Caltex, along with North and South Island power suppliers, to help set up more than 100 fast-charge stations … [Read more...] about BMW helps to drive network of NZ charge stations for electric vehicles
BMW Z5 gets fabric roof in place of Z4 tin-top
There have been videos and still pictures of the new Toyota Supra online, but here are the latest of the BMW Z5, which shares its platform with the Supra under a 2012 agreement between the two carmakers to share technology. The main picture above is from the BMW fanclub, BimmerPost. Both cars have been pictured time and again on the Nurburgring circuit. The Z5 will replace … [Read more...] about BMW Z5 gets fabric roof in place of Z4 tin-top
Toyota Supra – first video of test at Nurburgring
Here is the first video footage of Toyota’s new Supra sports car, a joint development with BMW and its new Z5. Latest reports say the Supra will get a twin-turbo V6 Lexus engine driving the rear wheels and electric motors on the front and rear axle. Electric power will come from regenerative braking and will be stored in a lithium-ion battery pack. Such a set-up allows both … [Read more...] about Toyota Supra – first video of test at Nurburgring
US-sourced Chevrolet Equinox to replace Holden Captiva SUV
The all-American Chevrolet Equinox will replace the ageing Captiva SUV in the Holden line-up in New Zealand, the company has confirmed. GM Holden’s Melbourne head office released a statement today: “The all-new Equinox SUV will join the Holden line-up in 2017. This world-class SUV is the next step in Holden’s commitment to launching 24 new vehicles by 2020,” it said. The … [Read more...] about US-sourced Chevrolet Equinox to replace Holden Captiva SUV
Nissan Navara for rescue missions
The Nissan Navara EnGuard concept is designed to showcase both the ute’s all-terrain ability and a new life-saving vehicle platform. It comes kitted out with search and rescue equipment, including medical supplies. Batteries from the Nissan Leaf electric vehicles power tools, cutting equipment and aid powerful lights. The EnGuard is on show in Hanover, Germany. See details of … [Read more...] about Nissan Navara for rescue missions