Top New Car Brands Coming to New Zealand 2026 | Driven Guide

Forthing Disrupts NZ EV Market: Taikon SUV Debuts with Aggressive $43k Price Point The New Zealand automotive landscape just received a high-voltage jolt. In a move that signals a shifting tide in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, Forthing has officially entered the local market, leading the charge with the launch of the Taikon SUV. The … Read more

BYD Denza D9: Price, Fast Charging & Indonesia Preorder

Indonesia’s EV Revolution: Beyond Fast Charging, Towards a Battery-Swapping Future Indonesia is poised to become a major player in the global electric vehicle (EV) market, but the race isn’t just about faster charging times. While BYD’s latest Denza D9 and Song Ultra EV boast impressive charging capabilities – the latter achieving a 700km range after … Read more

5-Star Safety: New Cars Ace Ratings Without ANCAP Tests

Just 30% of new car models underwent traditional crash testing in Australia last year. This isn’t a sign of declining safety standards, but a harbinger of a radical transformation. The recent five-star ANCAP safety ratings awarded to the Denza B8 and Hyundai Elexio – without physical crash testing – represent a pivotal moment. It’s the … Read more