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Pedestrian seriously injured in early morning Lower Hutt crash

Police warn of delays while officials examine the scene.

Here's How The Tesla Cybertruck Holds Up In A Crash Test

Drone flyover above Giga Texas reveals damage to the Tesla Cybertruck after a crash test.

100 years of MG

24 tucked-away Italian gems

One person killed in three-vehicle crash on State Highway 3 near Pātea

The crash involved a truck and two cars.

Historic inventions that were total accidents

It's a common misconception that necessity is the mother of invention. Oftentimes, the inventions that now seem indispensable in our everyday lives were born out of mindless tinkering, the pursuit of other inventions, or sometimes just plain folly. Some of history's greatest inventions weren't the works of great geniuses or tireless inventors, but just happy accidents that happened to change the world. Curious? Read on to learn about some of history's accidental inventions.

Alfa Romeo V6 To On Live Thanks To Watered-Down Euro 7 Regulations

The twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 powering the Quadrifoglio models is safe for now.

Most underrated cars ever made

It’s time these great cars received the recognition they deserve

What Happens When You Take A Honda Gold Wing Off Road In Sand?

In the right hands, the Gold Wing does better than you probably expect.

Watch Mercedes 190 SL Get First Wash After Sitting Abandoned For Six Decades

This could be one of the oldest 190 SLs still intact.

Chery To Launch Three Brands Selling SUVs In Europe By End Of 2025

The Omoda 5 will go on sale in Spain later this year.

Classic Chevy returned to Far North museum owner thanks to quick action

$80,000 classic Chevy returned to Far North owner after thief spotted making hand signals.

Road closure: SH1 closed south of Taupō for truck removal

SH1 south of Taupō will close yet again for a truck to be removed from Bulli Pt.

15 cool classics with vinyl roofs

Aston Martin Doesn’t Want The Valkyrie To Be A Garage Queen

There's at least one Valkyrie owner who drives their supercar on public roads on a daily basis.

Video shows campervan tumbling over in high winds

Luckily, no one was injured.

Arrow McLaren refreshes organisation with title changes to leadership

There will be a slightly different look to Arrow McLaren for the 2024 IndyCar Series season with the organisation announcing a number of changes to reflect more efficient operations.

Watch The First Tesla NACS To CCS1 Adapter In Action

We get the exclusive opportunity to check out an adapter that allows authorized CCS1-equipped EVs to charge at Tesla Superchargers.

White Motorcycle Concepts Introduces WMC300AE Hybrid In The UK

Just 10 of the modified, hybridized Yamaha Tricity-based machines will be sold to the public.

Northland council's carbon-zero plan 'unashamedly ambitious'

A Northland council aims to switch to electric buses and tap into solar power as part of an "ambitious" plan to go carbon-zero by 2050.

Karaka samurai sword attack: Darryn Clarke to serve home detention for bloody road rage attack

The victim had motioned for Clarke to slow down and tapped his Tesla as he drove by.

Let Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale Designer Take You On Tour Of New Supercar

Alfa Romeo may build more one-off or few-off models in the future.

650-HP Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Battles Twin-Turbo BMW M2 In Drag Races

The BMW makes 453 hp.

75-year-old stars – game-changing cars of 1948

Porsche Worked On Mission X Concept "Until The Very Last Second"

Porsche developed the Mission X under the codename XS23. The effort started about a year before the concept's debut.

Trampers encouraged to book for Tongariro Alpine Crossing

Trampers are encouraged to use a new, free booking system for the upcoming Tongariro Alpine Crossing season.

The sports cars we totally forgot existed

Many sports cars are venerated, but these, not so much. Time to salute the fast cars time forgot

The Patak Rodster Is A Retro-Inspired Electric Microcar From Slovakia

It starts from about $24,000 in Europe and seats two.

2024 Skoda Kodiaq Rendering Takes After Teasers, SUV Debuts October 4

It's going to be longer and more spacious than its predecessor.

Person hit by car in Lower Hutt

The pedestrian was rushed to hospital.

These 3 Rare Pre-War Motorcycles Are About To Go Up For Grabs

The Antique Automobile Club of America's Eastern Fall Nationals are nearly here, and look at these bikes.

Great cars everyone should drive at least once

Andrew Frankel picks 50 legendary cars, from the humble to the exotic, he thinks you simply must drive at least once

16 electric motorbike firms you should watch out for

Wind topples motorhome as wild weather hits South Island

The strong winds tipped the vehicle and pushed it across the highway.

Two recovered cars confirmed used by alleged offenders after Hori Gage murder - police

Police believe multiple people are responsible for the murder of Hori Gage and subsequent burning of a car.

Watch Jay Leno Drive Tesla Semi And Tow Another Semi With It

He also experiences the Semi's unreal turning radius while succcessfully making a U-turn in an intersection – while towing a trailer.

'Just went boom': Taupō woman's car written off after driving into 'crater'-sized pothole

"I was really shaken."

20 of the world’s fastest family cars

Rivian More Than Doubled EV Production And Deliveries In Q3 2023

New records bring the company closer to meeting the increased annual guidance.

See Tesla Model S Plaid Track Pack Take On Taycan Turbo S, Audi RS e-Tron GT

The Taycan is of the Sport Turismo variety and costs over $200,000.

Watch MotoGP Riders Race On Minibikes During The 2023 Japanese GP Weekend

Professional racing skills meet miniscule machines at Motegi.

The first SUV made by every major car-maker

As SUVs continue their rise in global sales charts, we take a look at where the story started for all the most important manufacturers

Germany Records Impressive Motorcycle Sales For August 2023

Honda is on a roll, thanks largely to the CB750 Hornet and the Transalp XL750.

29 extremely strange cars

Forget your small SUVs, superminis and family hatchbacks, this story is about the downright strangest cars ever made

1,234 HP Lucid Air Sapphire Enters Production In Casa Grande, Arizona

The Tesla Model S Plaid’s archnemesis starts at an eye-watering $249,000 before taxes and fees.

Mass Market EV Ownership Costs 18 Percent More Than Gas Cars: Report

Certain premium EVs and their gas-powered counterparts are closer to price parity than mass-market models.

Honda Philippines Unveils Click 125 50th Anniversary Limited Edition

The special-edition scooter marks Honda's 50th anniversary operating in the Philippine market.

Porsche's "Race Car Formula" Applied To Vision 357 R Concept

Here's what it would look like if Porsche took the reimagined 357 concept racing.

Toyota Finance NZ buys Ezi Car Rentals

Toyota Finance New Zealand has purchased locally owned chain Ezi Car Rentals as it looks beyond car ownership.

Did Hitler own the Holy Lance used in Jesus' crucifixion?

According to the Bible, a Roman soldier pierced Jesus' body with a spear to make sure he was dead on the cross. This spear became known as the Holy Lance, but also goes by other names, including the Spear of Destiny. The Holy Lance is a coveted religious relic, said to have special powers. Its history, however, is a bit muddy, and while some claim to have, or to have had, the real thing (including Hitler), lots of questions remain unanswered. In this gallery, we delve into the history of the Holy Lance, from the crucifixion of Jesus to the present day. Click on to discover all the important details.