Kyle has been reviewing cars since starting at NZ Autocar magazine in 2003 and has been editor since 2009. In that time he’s become an expert on what makes for a good vehicle while also gaining insights into the local automotive industry.
Latest articles By Kyle Cassidy
There are many vehicle types available, but which one is right for you? We identify body styles and their suitability.
28 February 2025
Kiwi top five car brands are Toyota, Tesla, Mitsubishi, Mazda and BMW. But how do these brands stack up?
27 February 2025
Fuel efficiency is driving the increasing adoption of hybrid vehicles in New Zealand. Check the top three makes of 2025.
21 February 2025
Top SUVs of 2023-2024: Suzuki Jimny 5-door for off-roading, Hyundai Santa Fe hybrid, and the stylish Toyota C-HR.
20 February 2025
While sedan choices may be shrinking, there are still plenty of excellent models available each year.
17 February 2025
Here are four of the newest hatches on the New Zealand market, having been released in 2024.
10 February 2025
While there are top notch, factory-made campervans, there are many options on the used market.
It’s a tricky question to answer definitively; what is the most sought after classic car in New Zealand?
31 January 2025
There is now more electric SUVs choices in NZ as car makers slowly add more electric models to their line ups.
29 January 2025
Latest reviews By Kyle Cassidy
Outlander is one of many mid-size SUVs available locally. Mitsubishi has added a top-spec “Exceed” Outlander variant.
Big cars are different these days. And they don’t need to guzzle gas either as these large electric vehicles prove.
The 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe is a prime example of American chromed excess.
Mahindra has a pair of new SUVs on the way with price tags that are sure to cause a stir when they land.
It would be hard to argue against the MGB being one of the most loved British cars ever.
Audi gives its big Q7 another freshen up, its second in nine years. Is the beast getting long in the tooth?
We test the brand new 2023 Nissan Qashqai Ti-L - now with a new look, more features, and new engine.
This 70 series wagon harks back to a time before 4x4s were called SUVs
Peugeot has ushered in a new era of electrification with the revised 208 GT, its first mild hybrid offering.