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Driving Hyundai's true hot hatch

Hyundai's first-ever proper hot-hatch, the i30N, has the Volkswagen Golf GTI in its sights.

We're in South Korea for a squirt in Hyundai's first road-going N performance car, the i30N.

Creating a courteous car horn

A conventional car horn was too one dimensional for the Nasa engineer who shows how to DIY a nicer-sounding honk in his ...

A conventional car horn was too one-dimensional for the Nasa engineer who shows how to DIY a nicer-sounding honk.

Jaguar XF Sportbrake revealed

The long-awaited Jaguar XF Sportbrake is an antidote to the SUV craze.

It is the long-awaited new station wagon from the British-based manufacturer.

Aston Martin farewells Vantage

V12 (left) and V8 (right) versions of the Aston Martin Vantage AMR should prove quite collectible.

Aston Martin will say goodbye to its long-serving sports car with two models inspired by its racing success at Le Mans.

Auto attractions at Fieldays video

Want to see number one of Holden NZ's 51-allocation of Commodore Magnum utes? It's right here.

NZ's top agri-show is also now NZ's top motor show. Here are our top-10 picks from Fieldays.

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Tunnel crashes: What to do

NZTA's Auckland Highway Manager Brett Gliddon said good driving behaviour will be key in ensuring passenger safety when ...

Auckland's new Waterview Tunnel sits up to 40m underground, stretching 2.4km. What happens in an emergency?

Forza 7: Hands-on preview

The newest Forza game allows for up to 24 racers to compete online simultaneously on the same server across Xbox and PC.

It's the best-looking console racing game ever made, but how does it play? Stuff takes it for a test drive at E3.

McLaren's new 570S Spider video

McLaren says the 570S is "a convertible without compromise".

There's a new convertible option for McLaren's baby supercar.

Drink-driving on ride-on mower

Drunk on beer and rum, Hayden Macdonald was caught riding a lawnmower on a state highway earlier this month.(FILE PHOTO)

He got drunk after pig-hunting, then took his lawnmower onto SH3 while five times over the limit.

Sinkhole swallows a car

A sinkhole opened up in a restaurant carpark in Florida. An elderly couple managed to get out of the vehicle just before ...

In Florida it appears there is a new driving hazard. A sinkhole has swallowed a car in a restaurant parking lot.

Traffic lights off, no-one home video

No-one could be seen managing the traffic in the absence of operational signals and a roundabout.

The lights were out for hours, and nobody was home to manage confused motorists at busy major intersection.

Once-rural roads now 'deathtraps' video

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Intersection at the top of Wright Rd and Albany Heights Rd, Albany. Stop sign.

"I don't think we should wait for a fatality on the road before we see something done to rectify the problem."

Gorge reopening still weeks away

The Manawatu Gorge is expected to reopen in three weeks.

Detailed assessments of the area are needed to prove it is safe.

Tesla's glimpse of the future video

Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk teased new details on the Model Y and Model 3 at the annual shareholder meeting.

Tesla chief Elon Musk teases the Model Y and new details on the entry level car, Model 3.

When a car crosses the centre line

Chris Watson looks at the mangled remains of his car after he narrowly avoided a head-on crash near Oakura on Tuesday.

Chris Watson lived every driver's nightmare, watching in horror as a car careered straight at him.

Independent inquiry requested into Te Atatu Rd project

AT said about 35,000 vehicles used the road on a daily basis.

Phil Twyford says an independent body needs to look into "living nightmare" roadworks on one of Auckland's busiest roads.

BMW lifts back covers on 6-Series video

2018 BMW 6-Series Gran Turismo.

German brand unveils new luxury liftback ahead of official Frankfurt motor show debut.

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Takata said to be planning bankruptcy

Japanese air bag manufacturer Takata Corp is behind the biggest safety recall in automotive history.

Takata Corp plans to file for bankruptcy as soon as next week, paving the way for a sale of the 84-year-old Japanese air-bag maker behind the biggest safety recall in automotive history.

Creating a courteous car horn

A conventional car horn was too one-dimensional for the Nasa engineer who shows how to DIY a nicer-sounding honk.

Aston Martin says goodbye to Vantage

Jaguar XF Sportbrake revealed

Trends in SUVs and Vans

Jeep's new blackout 'hawk'

Blackhawk package adds, well, black to a Grand Cherokee Laredo. And 20-inch alloys.

There's an appealing new appearance package available for the Grand Cherokee. We're just not so sure about the name.

Trackhawk steals SRT's Jeep thunder video

Trackhawk's supercharged 6.2-litre V8 will make the vehicle the quickest and most powerful production SUV on the planet.

A 6.4-litre Hemi V8 is just a tasty NZ entree for lovers of big SUVs with a supercharged 6.2-litre V8 beast on the horizon.

This is a feel-good SUV video

Top Style version of Kodiaq comes with adaptive chassis technology that includes an off-road setting.

Never mind all the clever features. Is the Kodiaq any good as a thing to drive?

Nearly a glowing review of the Soul turbo

Turbo gets unique front styling detail and high-intensity gas-discharge headlights.

The Soul turbo has lots to offer. But a sporty character isn't on the list.

lifestyle vehicles

Tougher Triton ute a one-off video

Mitsubishi's Huntaway Triton ute.

Mitsubishi has gone to town to create a one-off special edition rugged rural beast for National Fieldays.

Nissan reveals tough ute concept

Nissan revealed its Navara-based Attack concept.

Nissan has gone on the attack with a new muscular Navara ute concept.

Hyundai Kona has big shoes to fill

Kona might be a little brother to Tucson and Santa Fe, but it introduces a whole new look.

Hyundai's new small SUV has been revealed to the world's media in Korea.

Jeep's new blackout 'hawk'

Blackhawk package adds, well, black to a Grand Cherokee Laredo. And 20-inch alloys.

There's an appealing new appearance package available for the Grand Cherokee. We're just not so sure about the name.

road tests

Small Mazda plays it safe

Different grille garnish, mirrors, wheels. Don't get excited. But there's important stuff happening underneath.

It's not immediately obvious, but the new Mazda2 has gained some important driver-assistance and safety technology.

This is a feel-good SUV video

Top Style version of Kodiaq comes with adaptive chassis technology that includes an off-road setting.

Never mind all the clever features. Is the Kodiaq any good as a thing to drive?

Skoda fashionably late to SUV party

Kodiaq is Czech brand's first seven-seat SUV. But it has Korea's high-riders in its sights.

Skoda used to be the butt of many jokes but no more. The Kodiaq SUV will also satisfy.

Nearly a glowing review of the Soul turbo

Turbo gets unique front styling detail and high-intensity gas-discharge headlights.

The Soul turbo has lots to offer. But a sporty character isn't on the list.

bikes

'Ghost bike' mystery solved video

The riderless motorcycle cruising along the motorway.

Video of a motorcycle cruising along a motorway in France baffled the internet.

Down to a fine art

Artist Graham Hoete with his Burt Munro mural that he is working on in Invercargill.

A Burt Munro mural in Invercargill by Graham Hoete is already catching the eye of passers-by.

Kiwi superbiker digs deep for funds

Dillon Telford in action in Italy.

As the money runs low, a Kiwi superbike rider in Italy is turning to old-fashioned Kiwi ingenuity.

Versys 300 is no one-trick pony

Not be the prettiest bike in the Kawasaki dealership, but one of the most versatile and ready to tackle anything.

Broad talent from commuting to true adventure-riding is key to appeal of the Versys-X.

shows

The most beautiful concept car? video

Renault's concept TreZor.

Renault's TreZor picks up a third prestigious "concept car of the year" award at prestigious Italian show.

How Murph will make his mark at Fieldays this year

Fieldays 2017 will be a fitting place for Holden to farewell the authentic Aussie ute.

Fifty-one is the magic number for Holden at country's largest agricultural show.

Double-cab ute with a difference

Master Double Cab seats seven, will be available with locking 4WD system.

Part van, part-ute will be the star of Renault's commercial stand at Fieldays.

Ferrari opens new exhibitions gallery video

Ferrari opens new exhibitions at museum in Maranello.

New exhibitions continue famous Italian sports car maker's 70th anniversary celebrations.

customs & classics

VW Trixie's electric trick

Carl Penwarden who has converted his 1965 VW Beetle into an electric vehicle.

It looks like a 52-year-old Volkswagen but electric power means it doesn't sound like one.

Cars you probably didn't know Kia built

A Mazda 808 by any other name is a Kia Brisa II. Apparently.

In early days, Kia got by with a lot of help from automotive friends.

Kiwi to reunite with classic racer at Silverstone

The iconic JPS BMW 635 CSi with Jim Richards at the wheel.

An iconic 34-year-old NZ-owned classic car is being flown halfway round the world to race again.

$2m Bugatti that Bob rebuilt is staying in NZ

The Bugatti's beautiful lines are displayed in this front three-quarter view.

The brilliant story of Bob's beautiful Bugatti continues with its sale for more than $2 million.

quizzes

Quiz: Super behinds

Motoring quiz

Can you recognise these beauties just by looking at their rears?

Quiz: Motoring on

How well have you been keeping up with all the latest motoring news?

Quiz: Know your tail-lights

Are you a shining light?

Motorsport

Van Gisbergen builds pace in Darwin

Shane van Gisbergen looks to get back on track in Darwin.

After hitting a few hurdles, the Kiwi ace is looking to get his title defence back on track.

Kiwi duo eye podium at Le Mans

Earl Bamber and Brendon Hartley are looking for a big showing on the prestigious circuit.

Rookie ready for V8 challenge

Paddon slams into stone wall video

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Tunnel crashes: What to do

Auckland's new Waterview Tunnel sits up to 40m underground, stretching 2.4km. What happens in an emergency?

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