Automotive

Winter motoring

Times Team -
During winter, there are extra considerations to take on board when on board a motor vehicle, especially when driving on Franklin’s more remote country...

Steel ‘n’ Wheels – Rock ‘n’ roll art

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Steel ‘n’ Wheels continues to spin many people’s wheels and turn plenty of heads. The 2026 edition lived up to expectations with cars, cars,...

Racing festival brings joy

Times Team -
By Franklin Junior Journalist Mercedes Basevi The Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival has become one of the key events in New Zealand motorsport. Held at Hampton...

Top five things Kiwis forget before a road trip

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There’s nothing like hitting the open road for a classic Kiwi getaway, but before you pack the chilly bin and load up the playlist,...

Car show and swap meet this weekend

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Enthusiasts can come together to see who has the better car at the Papakura Rod and Custom Club's annual car show and swap meet. Held...

Research reveals disturbing behaviour at level crossings – KiwiRail

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Nearly half of New Zealand motorists do not always stop at level crossing stop signs or prepare to stop at give way signs, a...

BP’s newest service station opens near Paerata Rise

Helena O'Neill -
BP Connect Karaka has opened its doors on State Highway 22, bringing local customers BP’s fuels, convenience store and wildbean cafe. Connecting with State Highway...

Get down to the Round Up

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It’s time to rev up, put your foot down and head to Pukekohe Park Raceway when the Rebel Round Up nostalgia festival bursts into...

Congestion fair game?

Jon Rawlinson -
Congestion charging is on the drawing board for Auckland with the Government and Auckland Council agreeing on a "smarter pricing" project to investigate costs...

Driving ambition on fast track

Angela Kemp -
Making it big in the male-dominated sport of motor racing is Franklin’s Alexandra Whitley. The 22-year-old is one of the country’s most successful drivers...
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