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New Zealand insurer Provident emerges with 250,000 customers

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Provident Insurance serves over 250,000 customers in New Zealand. Provident Insurance, a New Zealand-owned car insurer, is emerging from behind the scenes after more than a decade of quiet growth. The company has built a reputation through dealer partnerships, now serving over 250,000 customers without much public attention. Its rise began when CEO Steve Owens left a major insurer to start Provident over 12 years ago, aiming to create a…

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Fuel pump price displays show increasing costs for consumers. Photo: Ekaterina Belinskaya/Pexels Drivers in New Zealand are facing higher pump prices and wondering if they should fill up early or wait until the tank is nearly empty. With forecasts suggesting further increases, the best approach depends on whether fuel costs are rising or falling, according to recent analysis of vehicle efficiency and fuel weight. Weighing the cost of carrying fuel…

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Rewards Luck Over Driving Skills

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Shigeru Miyamoto pitched Mario Kart as a lighthearted experience. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe occupies a strange spot in the pantheon of video games: it is likely the most popular racing title ever made, yet it actively undermines the skill required to win. The game’s creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, originally pitched it as a lighthearted experience set in an amusement park rather than a life-or-death simulation. That vision has evolved into a…

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Nissan X-Trail 2WD e-Power tested for New Zealand

Nissan tests its X-Trail 2WD e-Power system specifically for the New Zealand...

Rocio Bravo • Oct 13, 2026 • Engine Talk

Nissan X-Trail 2WD e-Power tested for New Zealand

U nlike Chinese “Super Hybrids,” the e-Power system does not feature a plug-in capability or a massive battery pack. The Nissan X-Trail has been a staple of the mid-size SUV segment in New Zealand for 25 years. Since the...

first-generation model arrived in November 2001, Nissan New Zealand has sold more than 27,000 examples across four generations. The latest generation, launched in 2023, introduced Nissan’s e-Power hybrid powertrain for the first time. This system uses a 1.5-litre three-cylinder petrol...

Hybrid car guide reveals cheapest models in New Zealand

DRIVEN Car Guide reveals the cheapest non-plug-in hybrid models available in New...

sarah sumari • Oct 10, 2026 • Gear Reviews

Hybrid car guide reveals cheapest models in New Zealand

D RIVEN Car Guide has compiled a list of every hybrid model available in New Zealand. Hybrid vehicles remain a central topic in New Zealand's evolving car market, particularly non-plug-in hybrids, known as HEVs. These vehicles blend a traditional...

petrol engine with a small battery pack and an electric motor, offering improved fuel efficiency without sacrificing convenience or driving range. Unlike plug-in hybrids, HEVs recharge their batteries through regenerative braking and engine power, eliminating the need for external charging....

Check Six Car Fluids Before Summer Heat Arrives

Check six car fluids before summer heat arrives to ensure vehicle reliability....

sarah sumari • Oct 7, 2026 • Road Legends

Check Six Car Fluids Before Summer Heat Arrives

S ummer heat places greater stress on vehicle systems than winter cold, requiring car owners to inspect six key fluids before the season begins. Spring offers the ideal window to prepare the vehicle after the demanding months of winter....

Engine Oil Engine oil acts as the lifeblood of the engine, lubricating moving parts to prevent wear. Cold weather causes oil to thicken, reducing its ability to coat components effectively. As temperatures rise, the oil thins out and breaks down...

Motorsport Manager 2 Sequel Promises Immersive Racing Experience

Motorsport Manager 2 sequel offers an immersive racing experience with new features,...

Rocio Bravo • Oct 3, 2026 • Engine Talk

Motorsport Manager 2 Sequel Promises Immersive Racing Experience

P laysport Games releases Motorsport Manager sequel after a decade, focusing on PC gaming. After a decade, Playsport Games is releasing a sequel to its acclaimed Motorsport Manager game. The new title promises to expand on the original's success...

with a range of new features and improvements. Having played hundreds of hours of the original, anticipation for this sequel is sky-high, and the latest reveals suggest it will be a life-consuming obsession for fans. The latest trailer and developer...