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After decades of waiting, South Island motorsport fans will finally see Supercars race at Christchurch's Ruapuna circuit in 2026. The timing couldn't be better for a city rebuilding after earthquakes and a sport welcoming new Kiwi heroes.
New Zealand racing star Ryan Wood is bringing his Māori heritage to the track with a stunning custom livery designed by contemporary Māori artist Petera Te Hiwirori Hatea. The one-of-a-kind design debuts at Supercars' Indigenous Round in Darwin this weekend.
After losing his grandmother to loneliness, Mark Cody launched Granborghini, connecting isolated elderly people with supercar owners for thrilling rides. The UK charity is transforming lives one Lamborghini at a time.
A charity supercar event at Goodwood Racetrack is tackling a hidden crisis: thousands of children in Sussex who don't have beds to sleep in. The free family event brings together car enthusiasts and community members to ensure every child gets a good night's rest.
America's iconic sports car just proved that going electric doesn't mean sacrificing speed or breaking the bank. The new Corvette ZR1X hybrid is outrunning million-dollar supercars at a fraction of their price.
Ryan Wood delivered Toyota's maiden Supercars victory at his home track in New Zealand, achieving the win in just the manufacturer's ninth race. The emotional triumph marks the fastest debut success for any new entrant in the modern era.
Ryan Wood never imagined he'd win a trophy named after New Zealand's only Formula 1 world champion. The 22-year-old Wellington racer just proved that dreams you don't even dare to have can still come true.
Ferrari's controversial electric Luce, designed by Apple's Jony Ive, defied online critics by selling out its entire China allocation. The futuristic supercar proves that bold design choices can win over buyers with money to spend.
A 22-year-old Kiwi driver just made motorsports history by delivering Toyota's first-ever Supercars victory in their debut season. Ryan Wood overcame pit stop drama and a cyclone threat to win on home soil at Taupo.
A high-performance electric car from China is flying off shelves with supercar speed and revolutionary charging that beats range anxiety. The Zeekr 001 Anniversary Edition sold out immediately and just restocked.
Georgia Tillyer went from snapping photos trackside to competing in high-octane drifting competitions in just two years. Her journey reflects a growing wave of women entering motorsport, with programs teaching hundreds of aspiring female drivers across Australia.
Ferrari partnered with NASA and medical experts to ensure its debut electric vehicle delivers thrilling speed without overwhelming passengers. The Luce will rocket from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.5 seconds when it launches this year.
Shane van Gisbergen will race the Daytona 500 with his iconic number 97, a tribute to his late mother and a family tradition spanning decades. The Kiwi driver secured a strong starting position after overcoming early struggles.
Ferrari just revealed the Luce, a groundbreaking five-seat electric vehicle that rewrites the luxury automaker's rulebook while staying true to its emotional soul. Designed with help from Apple's former design chief Jony Ive, it proves going electric doesn't mean sacrificing passion.
A motorcycle engineer from Rugby just shattered the world record for fastest remote control car, hitting 234 mph with a vehicle he built in his spare time. The childhood dream turned real started with an 8-year-old's first RC car.
When Ayrton Hodson's damaged race car caused a terrifying collision that flipped another driver's vehicle through the air, he didn't hesitate. The New Zealand driver immediately jumped from his own wrecked car and sprinted down the track to help his competitor.
Three sold-out rugby games in Christchurch drew 75,000 fans and generated over $6 million in local spending, proving the city's new stadium is already a game-changer. The Super Round success has officials planning bigger events and sparked talks for a historic Anzac Day match.
The 2026 Polestar 5 is converting driving purists to electric vehicles by proving zero-emission cars can deliver the thrilling experience people love. Engineers designed the luxury fastback specifically to combine environmental responsibility with genuine driving joy.
When golfer Aaron Rai feared the pressure of competing for his first major championship, his wife gave him the confidence boost he needed with a powerful two-word message. The advice worked—Rai made history at the US PGA Championship with an unforgettable final round.
Shane van Gisbergen celebrated his 37th birthday by claiming pole position at Watkins Glen, becoming the fastest driver in nearly 20 years to earn five NASCAR Cup Series poles. The New Zealand native has dominated road courses, winning five of the last six races on these challenging tracks.
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