Posted by February 13th 2024
Confronted with high prices at the pump, you may find yourself tuning into the growing buzz around electric cars. After all, how much could it cost to charge a battery? Against this backdrop, the electric car/electric …
Posted by December 20th 2022
Kiwis love cars. In fact, we're not far from having a car for every person in the country, regardless of if they can actually drive or not! So while we may be famous for having …
Posted by June 22nd 2022
Kiwis have some of the highest car ownership rates in the world. In fact, we have more cars than we do people. But despite our streets being awash with vehicles, hire cars are still big …
Posted by January 10th 2022
Sometimes servicing your car can seem like an expensive chore. If you're facing everyday bills and costs, changing the filters on your car's A/C won't be a priority. But regularly car servicing is key to …
Posted by November 26th 2021
There’s nothing quite like a new car. Driving off a dealership forecourt in a new set of wheels, yet untarnished by scratch or dent, is a great feeling. And it's especially great for us Kiwis, …
Posted by October 22nd 2021
Kiwis love their cars. For a country of a little over 5 million, we have just under 4.5 million cars. That's well over a car per legal driver. And we love our used cars, too. …
Posted by May 20th 2021
Due to the huge number of tourists that usually visit New Zealand, there's a lot of competition between hire car companies. In this year's Canstar Blue research, ten different hire car companies were reviewed, but …
Posted by October 21st 2021
How much time do you spend with your car? There are currently over 4.3 million cars on our roads. And for most of us, cars are an integral part of the family. Indeed, if you …
Posted by October 21st 2021
It’s no wonder Kiwis appreciate a good car. More than half of New Zealanders’ total travel time is spent driving. Our rates of car ownership continue to rise, with at least 70 light vehicles for …
Posted by December 4th 2020
Happy Birthday! Canstar Blue is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. To commemorate a decade of helping Kiwi consumers make informed choices, we're revisiting our awards and recognising some of the outstanding brands that have dominated our …
Posted by November 19th 2020
We’re a nation of drivers in New Zealand so, naturally, we’re also a nation of fuel guzzlers. A recent survey conducted by AA Insurance found 64% of Kiwis get behind the wheel every day. If you …
Posted by June 10th 2020
Kiwis are a nation of drivers: according to the AA, 97% of adult New Zealanders have a driver licence, and we have one of the highest rates of light vehicle ownership in the world. Naturally, …
Posted by March 6th 2020
Kiwis love to drive and, according to the AA, around 3.4 million of us hold a driver's licence. A recent survey conducted by AA Insurance found only 23% of Kiwis use public transport on a …
Posted by October 29th 2019
E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular, allowing cyclists to manually cycle while also providing a battery-powered boost.
Posted by October 21st 2019
Self-driving vehicles have the potential to radically overhaul the way we travel, with automotive companies developing new technologies.
Posted by October 14th 2019
In-car infotainment systems are growing in popularity, with interfaces such as Android Auto and CarPlay keeping drivers connected.
Posted by July 29th 2019
Consumers considering going electric should keep in mind a number of factors when weighing up the pros and cons of electric vehicles.
Posted by February 12th 2019
Canstar Blue brings you a guide to electric vehicle charging stations across New Zealand to help you get where you’re going.
Posted by January 10th 2019
When utilising a vehicle, oftentimes people focus on the purpose of the vehicle which is getting from Point A to Point B. Ultimately, the drive behind the purchase is to enhance your convenience for mobility. Of …
Posted by January 19th 2018
Consumers have a number of car insurance options, with different levels of coverage available. Canstar Blue reviews your options.