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![Ellerslie trials successful for Pike](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Ellerslie trials successful for Pike
“We’ve got through the day well, the jockeys have been happy."
![The next Wahs generation: NRL scouts swarm NZ high schools competition](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
The next Wahs generation: NRL scouts swarm NZ high schools competition
After years of ignoring South Island talent, the Warriors are looking south for new stars.
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![Lawson ‘will definitely’ race for Red Bull in 2025](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Lawson ‘will definitely’ race for Red Bull in 2025
Red Bull team advisor Dr Helmut Marko is backing the Kiwi to race in 2025.
![Eric Thompson: Why F1 should be an Olympic sport](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Eric Thompson: Why F1 should be an Olympic sport
OPINION: It's time to put the fast into 'Faster, Higher, Stronger'.
![Lawson’s Formula One deadline confirmed by Red Bull advisor](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Lawson’s Formula One deadline confirmed by Red Bull advisor
The 22-year-old is still yet to be signed to a team for the 2025 season and beyond.
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![Put a plug in it: PHEV pros & cons](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Put a plug in it: PHEV pros & cons
Are plug-in hybrids the best of both worlds or the worst? It really depends on your needs.
![Toyota Prius Z PHEV Signature Class first drive: racy rideshare](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Toyota Prius Z PHEV Signature Class first drive: racy rideshare
The Prius has gone all desirable; now it’s back in NZ as a Signature Class used import.
![Ultimate PHEV guide: every plug-in hybrid electric car and SUV you can buy in NZ](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Ultimate PHEV guide: every plug-in hybrid electric car and SUV you can buy in NZ
Your complete guide to every plug-in hybrid new vehicle available.
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![Carlos Sainz pens two-year deal with F1 rival](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Carlos Sainz pens two-year deal with F1 rival
Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz has signed a two-year deal to drive for Williams.
![Lawson v Ricciardo: Kiwi gets F1 shootout chance against Aussie](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Lawson v Ricciardo: Kiwi gets F1 shootout chance against Aussie
Speculation over Red Bull's driver line-up has only increased.
![Mercedes driver George Russell stripped of Belgian GP win](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Mercedes driver George Russell stripped of Belgian GP win
An underweight car has denied George Russell victory.
![Armstrong struggles to build on IndyCar rookie success](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Armstrong struggles to build on IndyCar rookie success
The Kiwi set the bar high by winning Rookie of the Year despite not racing on the ovals.
![Supercars announces dates for 2025 New Zealand rounds in Taupō](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Supercars announces dates for 2025 New Zealand rounds in Taupō
Supercars will be roaring back into Taupō from April 11-13 next year.
![Red Bull boss addresses Lawson’s F1 test as pressure builds on Perez](/pf/resources/images/placeholders/placeholder_l.png?d=820)
Red Bull boss addresses Lawson’s F1 test as pressure builds on Perez
The Kiwi will get roughly 34 laps at Silverstone to prove his worth this week.