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July 25, 2025

Ford Mustang Dark Horse: Hard core hoofing

July 25, 2025/ Richard Bosselman
 Ford Mustang Dark Horse: Hard core hoofing

There’s no mystery to why this latest generation of the famous pony express is so thunderous. 

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July 25, 2025/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Mustang, Dark Horse, V8, 5.0-litre, Ford NZ, Tremac, Pirelli, P-Zero, economy, Clean Car, emissions
June 07, 2024

Ford Mustang Mach-E GT road test review: No horsing around

June 07, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Mustang Mach-E GT road test review: No horsing around

The pony express that feeds on electric oats is controversial, but also convincing.

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June 07, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Mustang Mach-E, GT, Ford NZ, dual motor, electric, Jim Farley
April 30, 2024

Ford Puma ST: Ford’s cool cat

April 30, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Puma ST: Ford’s cool cat

It’s not quite like the one we had before, but there’s more than enough feel-good for enthusiasts.

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April 30, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Puma, ST, Ford NZ, Fiesta ST, ST Line
November 27, 2023

Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD roadtest review: True grit

November 27, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD roadtest review: True grit

The middle member of this three strong family delivers a good blend of practicality with all-paw performance.

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November 27, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Mach-E, AWD, Ford NZ, electric, ChargeNet, battery, GT
June 16, 2023

Ford Mustang Mach-E RWD roadtest review: Blue chip stock

June 16, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Mustang Mach-E RWD roadtest review: Blue chip stock

So easy to overlook the entry model, right? In this instance, it’s best not to.

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June 16, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Mach-E, rear-drive, Mustang, Ford NZ, electric, ChargeNet, pony
May 26, 2023

Ford Ranger Raptor roadtest review: Unearthly appeal

May 26, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Ranger Raptor roadtest review: Unearthly appeal

A stunning achievement that struggles to make sense in this climate.

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May 26, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Ranger, Raptor, V6, Ford NZ, Climate Change, Clean Car, Bronco
April 12, 2023

Ford Mustang Mach 1 roadtest review 2: More than roar appeal

April 12, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Mustang Mach 1 roadtest review 2: More than roar appeal

Could this hotrod version set the course for the electric model to follow? That seemed an idea worth exploring. 

 

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April 12, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Mustang, Mach 1, Ford NZ, Shelby, GT, Coyote, Clean Car
February 07, 2023

Ford Everest Platinum road test review: Hit for six

February 07, 2023/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Everest Platinum road test review: Hit for six

It’s the pinnacle performer with all the best bits, with a remit to blend ruggedness and refinement. Can anything stop this family-fit version?

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February 07, 2023/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Everest, Ford NZ, V6, diesel, Ford Ranger, Platinum
August 12, 2022

Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 roadtest review: V for victory

August 12, 2022/ Richard Bosselman
Ford Ranger Wildtrak V6 roadtest review: V for victory

An impressively refined ride and dynamic feel, plus the fresh cabin treatments make Ranger feel special. But the full Wildtrak package, V6 included, has especially powerful allure.

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August 12, 2022/ Richard Bosselman/
Ford
Ranger, Ford NZ, T6.2, Lion V6, diesel, ute, Hilux
March 05, 2022

Ford Ranger Wildtrak X roadtest review: Working class hero farewelled

March 05, 2022/ Rob Maetzig
Ford Ranger Wildtrak X roadtest review: Working class hero farewelled

With the new gen lineup almost here, it seems right to take the outgoing T6 on one last drive to celebrate its success and discuss the ‘x-factor’ that took it to the top.

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March 05, 2022/ Rob Maetzig/
Ford
Wildtrak, Ranger, Ford NZ, T6, T6.2
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MotoringNZ reviews new cars and keeps readers up-to-date with the latest developments on the auto industry. All the major brands are represented. The site is owned and edited by New Zealand motoring journalist Richard Bosselman.

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