Road tripping with the new MAZDA CX-8 AWD
Former OHbaby! Editor Marianne Falconer takes her family on a roadie in the new Mazda CX-8 and shares their …
Road Test - Car reviews
Having a family can often mean having to upgrade to a family car.
We've taken the hassle of driving around multiple car yards trying to find the right family car for you and tested a range of family cars for their family friendliness and their performance.
Ford Territory
Looking for a family-friendly vehicle? Our husband-and-wife team of car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, put the Ford Territory Ghia through its paces. What he says "It feels heavy and manly!" my wife insisted. She was referring to the …
Lexus RX400h
Looking for a family-friendly vehicle? Our husband-and-wife team of car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, put the Lexus RX400h through its paces. What he says Since this is our "green" issue, it's only logical that we review an …
Audi Q7 4.2 TDI Quattro
Looking for an upgrade that not only fits the whole family, but drives them around in style? Our husband-and-wife team of car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, check out the Audi Q7 4.2 TDI Quattro. What he says The Audi Q7 has always been …
BMW X6 xDrive50i
With Father's Day coming up, it's time to check out a car for dads - the BMWX6 xDrive50i. Dr Anil Sharma and his wife, Dr Rachel Jones, take to the road. What he says The first thing that strikes you when you see the BMW X6 face-to-face is what …
Volvo XC60
Looking for a family-friendly vehicle that's big on safety? Our husband-and-wife team of car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, check out the Volvo XC60 What he says The publicity material for the new Volvo XC60 calls it "the world's …
Lexus RX450h
Looking for a family-friendly vehicle that's kind to the environment? Our car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, check out the Lexus RX450h. What he says How often have you wished you could suggest changes to a vehicle designer and have …
Hyundai Santa Fe
Looking for a family-friendly vehicle? Our husband-and-wife team of car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, check out the Hyundai Santa Fe. What she says When the team at Hyundai loaned us the latest Santa Fe Elite for a week, I'm quite sure …
Audi A5 Sportback
In a slight detour from our usual car review, Dr Anil Sharma takes a joyride in the Audi A5 Sportback and finds practicality and performance go hand in hand. While New Zealand is a small market for new cars, Audi seems to be introducing new models …
Toyota Highlander
Looking for a family-friendly vehicle? Our husband-and-wife team of car enthusiasts, Royce and Angela Pedersen, check out the Toyota Highlander What he says When buying a family car, you want a vehicle that will provide safe, reliable motoring …
Holden SV6 Sportwagon
Looking for a new family car? Our husband-and-wife team, Royce and Angela Pedersen, have done the hard work on the Holden SV6. See if it measures up for you. What he says Finally, I have an opportunity to review a car more suited to my style. …
Mazda 6
The Mazda 6 was voted Best Family Friendly Car in the OHbaby! Awards so Royce and Angela Pedersen took it for a spin to see what everyone was talking about. What he says The Mazda 6 is the car that, back in 2002, shot Mazda to the front of the …
Toyota Yaris
The latest model of the Toyota Yaris has just hit New Zealand with the marketing slogan "Yaris is Yes!" Angela Pedersen looks at whether this little car lives up to such big talk. When I parted with the Toyota Yaris after a week's trial I must say …
Toyota Corolla Hatch
The new iconic Toyota Corolla now has a hybrid and petrol variety of options to choose from. I had opportunity to take their range of options for a spin and was impressed by the safety, size, comfort and features of this new improved range. One …
Honda CRV Sport Sensing
I spend a lot of time in the car from ferrying my two girls to various activities, popping down to the supermarket to driving to work. On our way to and from our closest main road there are six speed bumps and an awkward intersection to negotiate, …
BMW x5 3.0l diesel turbo
Having a child and subsequent children is often a catalyst to upgrading to a family car. As your family gets bigger, often so does your vehicle, as you have to fit more in when going away on holiday or even just getting out and about. Jumping from …
Mitsubishi Outlander
In today's car market, you'd be well justified if you were just a little bit overwhelmed at the quantity and variety of family cars available. With this in mind, husband-and-wife team and car enthusiasts Royce and Angela Pedersen check out the …
