AUCKLAND, Today: CarExpert has touched down in New Zealand, launching its first international move through a joint venture with Trade Me, the country’s biggest online marketplace.
The new site, CarExpert.co.nz, is live with daily automotive news, local reviews and research tools designed to help buyers navigate an increasingly complex car market.
At launch, it features more than 25 detailed reviews of key new models available locally, with fresh content added each day alongside comparisons, industry updates and practical buying guidance.
The platform aims to simplify decision-making as vehicle choices expand across brands, powertrains and variants, using structured research and expert-led testing to cut through the noise.
Its New Car Specialists — experienced automotive journalists — carry out hands-on testing across major segments, supported by comparison tools to help shoppers weigh options.
“By combining Trade Me’s massive audience strength with CarExpert’s proven editorial expertise, we are creating a high-value destination for both consumers and the industry.” – Damon Rielly, CarExpert CEO
The rollout builds on CarExpert’s strong presence in Australia, with the Trade Me partnership bringing local scale, integration and access to the country’s largest online car-shopping audience.
Brendan Hall, Head of Trade Me Motors, said, “We identified a clear gap in the New Zealand market for a dedicated, high-quality new-car research destination.
“By combining Trade Me’s massive audience strength with CarExpert’s proven editorial expertise, we are creating a high-value destination for both consumers and the industry.
“For our OEM partners and franchise dealerships, this partnership provides a powerful way to engage with high-intent buyers early in their journey.”
CarExpert CEO, Damon Rielly adds, “New Zealand represents a natural next step for the CarExpert model. The market is sophisticated, competitive and evolving rapidly. Our focus is to provide structured, independent information that helps buyers make confident decisions.”
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