Frankton Thunder 2016: a full spectrum of entertainment
23 March 2016
“Hot rods, classic cars, custom bikes, army tanks, drag cars, live bands, and tattoo competitions — the inaugural Frankton Thunder had all that and
“Hot rods, classic cars, custom bikes, army tanks, drag cars, live bands, and tattoo competitions — the inaugural Frankton Thunder had all that and
They breed them tough in the south — so tough that when they go drag racing, track prep is deemed as unrequired. At least that
The AMC Hornet is by no stretch a common platform in New Zealand, let alone when it comes to modifying — actually, we could
“It’s not every day you hear of a work hack being transformed into a screaming circuit-carver — but for Max Gillespie that’s a 500hp
“With the look of old and the power of new, this owner-built rod turns heads and tyres in equal amounts!” When you live in
“With over 600hp on tap and an immaculate finish, Mike Kitson’s Galaxie is nothing short of a superstar” Mike had just finished building his
Meeanee Speedway in the sunny Hawke’s Bay was the place to be if you wanted to see the 2016 Valvoline New Zealand Super Saloon Champs
The Carnales are not the biggest — in terms of member numbers, or car line-up — or the longest-standing car club out there, but in
“Fitted with the latest and greatest suspension technology, as well as a 426ci injected Hemi, is this Dodge Challenger the ultimate open-road touring machine?”
“When you’re sick of your race cars and street cars getting too serious, what better than to build and drive something that’s purely about
The Variety Bash was an Australian import when it first kicked off in New Zealand 26 years ago. Dick Smith had organized a bush-bashing
“It’s been a long eight years for Clint Bower and his XB coupe, but it was well worth it” Like most Kiwis, Clint Bower
“As a long-time fan of the low-rider scene, Justin Ferris has crafted his ’67 Impala into a beautiful tribute to the milieu that has
The resort town of Hanmer Springs is an attractive year-round holiday destination for relaxation and self-indulgence. Ninety minutes north-west of Christchurch, the small alpine village
Despite the huge amount of motorsport events to choose from at this time of the year, choosing to go to the Tokoroa Street Rodders’ Shady
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