DIY supercar replica video

Short video of a Zonda inspired Audi twin turbo V8.

Amateur mechanic in the UK has spent five years turning his 1990 Ford Granada into a replica of an Italian supercar.

What were they thinking?

Here's a handful of automotive shockers from the US car industry that you might not have thought of.

The rise of fake engine noise

FAKER: A Ford Mustang, seen at the Paris Motor Show, is one of a number of cars with "enhanced" engine sounds.

Engine growl in many best-selling vehicles is actually a finely tuned bit of lip-syncing - and it's driving car car enthusiasts insane.

Guzzi's iconic grey eminence

Reduced by $5000: It’s not the only reason to consider the Moto Guzzi Griso, its looks are among the others.

A serious price drop for the Griso 1200 SE with no easing of style and presence.

Low prices could last longer

Z Energy chief executive Mike Bennetts launched a price war in November.

Fuel prices have fallen to an area where they will probably trade for the next year or two, Z Energy boss says.

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When 2WD will do in a ute

2WD Volkswagen Amarok ute.

It's much cheaper and delivers most of the versatility of 4WD models.

Applaud new initiatives

We should applaud what has been done to bring drink driving rules into line with other western nations.

Meet our bike of the year

Our NZ Car of the Year

news

Long weekend traffic expected to cause delays

The New Zealand Transport Agency has warned Auckland motorists escaping the city over the long weekend to expect delays.

Auckland motorists have been warned to expect delays as people take to the roads for the long weekend.

Pohutukawa battle heats up

Backlash over the planned removal of pohutukawa trees in Auckland.

Self-driving cars face a variety of challenges.

Self-driving cars may worsen road safety

Computers unlikely to understand hazards as well as experienced drivers.

lifestyle vehicles

Billionaire races to Ruapuna

Fashion magnate behind brands like Tommy Hilfiger is travelling NZ in a giant ultra-luxury motorhome.

MG joins the SUV ranks

New GTS to target popular mid-size SUVs.

Ariel Nomad: it's the dirty, off-roader sibling to the Atom roadster.

Meet the 'mucky brother'

Specialist lightweight track-car maker Ariel has just revealed renderings of its first ever off-roader.

road tests

Meet the anti-Prius

Larger inside and out: Despite growing so much, the C-class is more efficient, especially in hybrid form.

A new Mercedes-Benz hybrid completely crushes any notion that hybrids are less fun to drive than conventional vehicles.

S-Cross continues a Suzuki tradition

One of the strongest members of the small crossover fleet in New Zealand is the Suzuki SX4 S-Cross. Rob Maetzig drives the top Limited version.

The Skoda Octavia RS liftback, a Czech-built turbo-charged beauty.

Octavia RS performance shines

The top model in Skoda's latest Octavia range is the RS, which is powered by the same engine as that aboard the spectacular Volkswagen Golf GTi.

bikes

Moto Guzzi's iconic grey eminence

Reduced by $5000: It’s not the only reason to consider the Moto Guzzi Griso, its looks are among the others.

A serious price drop for the Griso 1200 SE with no easing of style and presence.

Unlucky break led to obsession

A dose of bad luck 40 years ago nearly cost Nelson man Mark Brown a leg - but ignited a lifetime passion for motor scooters that has led to a remarkable collection.

Honda CBR1000RR Fireblade: Forever Mr Smooth.

Fireblade: Last of the 'analogues'

Honda’s decision to keep the cables connecting the rider’s right wrist to the throttle on the Fireblade is fine with Paul Owen.

shows

Supercars steal show gallery video

New Ford GT is unveiled at the 2015 Detroit Auto Show.

Two supercars vroomed into the public eye on the same morning last week, punctuating a new period of optimism for the auto industry.

An auto geek's delight

The menacing orange wedge parked at the curb might look like a car, but it's really a mobile showcase for the latest in automotive technology.

Honda N-Box Slash.

Five wacky 2014 cars

Sure, there were plenty of beautiful cars and prototypes on show during 2014..

customs & classics

Driven to restore Daimlers

Ian Price, right, and step-son Matthew with Ian's Daimler SP250 (Dart) and Daimler 250.

An obsession with old British cars lead to an Upper Hutt man restoring two Daimler saloons.

Returned after 28 years

Some gifts shouldn't wait for Christmas - just ask Lynda Alsip about her Mustang that was stolen in 1986.

ONE AND ONLY: Alfa Romeo TZ 3 Corsa (left) and Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ are seen in a barn of collector Martin Kapp in Coburg, Germany. Kapp gestures towards the sleek red Italian sports car secure in the knowledge there is not another exactly like it in the world.

Car collectors seek one-off models in quest for exclusivity

The desire to own something that is one-off appears to be on the increase in the car collecting scene.

Video

$200 Ford becomes Italian supercar

Amateur mechanic in the UK has spent five years turning his 1990 Ford Granada into a replica of an Italian supercar.

quizzes

Aston Martin's first 100 years

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Iconic British sports car brand Aston Martin this month celebrated its 100th birthday.

Chevrolet Corvette quiz

The Chevrolet Corvette is an iconic American muscle car but just how much do you think you know about them?

Quiz: A feast of Ferraris

Know your Fords

Motorsport

Kiwi driver James Munro proves he has talent

BRIGHT FUTURE: Christchurch's James Munro showed he has got both the talent and speed to compete for wins as the Toyota Racing Series heads to Teretonga Park.

This season's Toyota Racing Series is already regarded as having the best driving talent we have seen in its 11-year history.

Winterbottom welcomes Kiwi team to Supercars video

Top V8 Supercars driver says Super Black Racing will fill a void in the championship.

Pastrana helps eight-year-old fan learn to ride video

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