News and General
Changes to light vehicle inspections coming from 1 November
Friday, 16 October 2026

The Government has announced changes to light vehicle inspections, which will start to come into effect from 1 November 2026.

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News and General
Nissan confirms production of RHD Patrols
Tuesday, 13 October 2026

Production of the all-new Nissan Patrol has officially commenced in Kyushu, Japan, with the first right-hand-drive Patrol vehicles rolling off the line at Nissan's Shatai Kyushu plant destined for Australia and New Zealand.

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New and tested 4WDs
More of everything, in black.
Octa in black - beauty and beast
Sunday, 04 October 2026

Special. Defender Octa is an expression of extremes, in this case the highest performance Defender anyone can buy.

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News and General
4WD group plants native trees to fix damage
Wednesday, 23 September 2026

A four-wheel driveclub has joined forces with the Department of Conservation to fund and plant native shrubs and trees to help cover damage done by vehicles.

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4WD Accesories
Power in more places with the New Redarc REDLAB Icon Slim Lithium Batteries
Wednesday, 16 September 2026

Small on space, but big on power, REDLAB Icon Slim batteries are designed to fit into tight spaces, like behind seats, under floors, inside canopies, or anywhere space is limited.

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New and tested 4WDs
2026 Defender Trophy - Mark Baker
A first look at Defender’s adventure-ready limited edition 110 Trophy
Tuesday, 15 September 2026

We’ve just completed a memorable week in the limited edition 2026 Defender Trophy.

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New and tested 4WDs
BYD ATTO 3 EVO arrives - now with AWD model
Friday, 18 September 2026

The Atto 3 Evo brings major upgrades to performance, range and charging speed while retaining the practicality that has made the Atto 3 New Zealand's most popular BYD model.

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New and tested 4WDs
RAV4 enters a new age
Friday, 28 August 2026

Toyota’s RAV4 needs little introduction. It is the best-selling ‘passenger car’ in New Zealand, proof positive that SUVs are perfectly matched to our outdoorsy lifestyle.

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News and General
GWM's 3L diesel powertrain built for ANZ
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
GWM has opened expressions of interest for its all-new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel, set to make its global debut in New Zealand and Australia this September as part of significant upgrades to the Tank
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New and tested 4WDs
Hilux steps up for work - and weekends
Wednesday, 09 September 2026
An enduring presence on New Zealand roads, Toyota’s Hilux stands at the ‘hard worker’ end of the ute spectrum, far from the recently-arrived and arguably unproven offerings from brands with minimal...
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New and tested 4WDs
A Jimny for Kiwis - we drive the Horizon
Sunday, 16 August 2026
  Suzuki has released a local-only special edition Jimny, available on three-door and five-door vehicles with either the five speed manual gearbox or four speed auto.
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New and tested 4WDs
Nissan NZ expands X-TRAIL range
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Nissan New Zealand has expanded its top-selling X-TRAIL range with two new front-wheel-drive e-POWER hybrid variants and the debut of two adventure-focused Rock Creek grades, broadening the appeal of...
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Adventure NZ
Back to the mighty Motu
Wednesday, 19 March 2025
It’s been a long time between drinks – so I was surprised and excited to receive an invitation to join the Mōtū 4WD Safari for  2025 – and ironic as I was working in the Waikura Valley just days...
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Adventure NZ
Work-life balance done right
Wednesday, 19 February 2025
By Kevin Isemonger Sometimes in life – the planets really do align – but for it to happen twice is a bit weird.
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Adventure NZ
Living the dream on the back roads
Wednesday, 19 February 2025
Catherine and Graham Beaven are living the off-road caravan lifestyle from their base in Whanganui. The couple prefer less-travelled roads and freedom camping in New Zealand’s wild places.
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