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Rust ‘n’ dust: a good old-fashioned paddock race
Ben Winter could be seen as your typical Kiwi farmer, with the sleeves rolled up on his checkered shirt that is half tucked into his shorts and mud-covered gumboots. But there is a little more to Ben than one might think.
Mash the gas: 2019 Chrome Expression Session
When you boil down this massive love affair with all things automotive that we share, it’s a few simple factors that make it so damn addictive.
Tech dive: power-to-weight
What is it, how do you work it out, and what does it mean? View fullsize Some people say that there are two
Speed & Custom: the BurgerFuel fleet
With burgers named things like ‘Ford Freakout’, ‘Bacon Backfire’, ‘American Muscle’, and even ‘Bambina’, it doesn’t take a genius to figure out that long-running
Straight talk with Tony Johnson: The Guru
View fullsize Paul Knight. The Guru. One of the cleverest blokes around cars I’ve ever known, and as decent and dependable a guy
60 years of street hoonage: 2019 Waimate 50
View fullsize Clocking up a whopping 60 years, the Waimate 50 has become one of the most iconic motorsport events in the country. Each
Level up: Repco become Supercars Official Automotive Parts Retailer
View fullsize After returning to the series in 2018, Repco has just announced they have signed a multi-year agreement with the Virgin Australia
Event calendar: Repco Takapuna Rocks Festival
The Takapuna suburb on Auckland’s North Shore has a lot to offer by way of beachfront living, good eateries and bars, and an all-year summery vibe — even if it happens to drizzle from time to time.
Reproduction body-maker Deuce Customs trades hands
View fullsize As the exclusive New Zealand dealer for Deuce Customs for nearly 25 years, Rods by Reid are pleased to announce that
Event Calendar: Kaikoura Hop 2019
The Kaikoura Hop has been going from strength to strength each year. The 2019 incarnation highlights the popularity of the event, having been bumped up to a massive five-day schedule rammed with all kinds of exciting car and entertainment offerings.
NZV8 x NZ Performance Car quickest streeters shoot-out
View fullsize We’ve long included a list of the country’s quickest street cars in each issue of NZV8 and NZ Performance Car, acting
Drag racing united by IHRA and NZDRA
View fullsize You know it’s a pretty big deal when an email hits your inbox announcing that the powers that be at the
Enthusiast essentials: HELLA LED Light Bars
View fullsize Whether you frequent the open road or simply want to make sure your entire street is lit up like it’s midday,
Right-hook C8 Corvette confirmed for NZ
View fullsize If you thought the announcement that the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will be sold locally was a big deal, hold onto your pants;
WIN Triple Eight Red Bull Holden Racing hot laps with Gearwrench!
Gearwrench tools is stepping up its presence in New Zealand, kicking off its relaunch with some high-speed supercar action. The premium US brand’s claim
