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// First for Avanti in NZ
Group hails completion of $200m automotive deal as key part of its funding strategy.
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// Carmaker calls off electric vehicle launch in NZ (for now)
Renault has pulled the plug on plans to launch the Megane E-Tech in early 2024. But, it could come at a later date.
// Stellantis wants battery swapping stations as early as next year
Stellantis is looking to roll out battery swapping stations for electric vehicles that can exchange a flat battery for a fully charged one in under five minutes.
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// Should the 2025 Toyota Camry get a GR version?
Toyota has been on a mission to come out with increasingly exciting vehicles.
// Miles Group building sustainable Lexus of Christchurch dealership
The Miles Group is building a new standalone Lexus store at 72 Tuam Street in Christchurch which it says is due to open at the end of the first quarter of 2024.
// Surprisingly, Tesla is not NZ’s most searched car brand online
Tesla’s surging popularity around the world is clear, particularly when you look at sales.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// New York City opens 8,500 acres of parking lots to solar canopies
New York City has relaxed its zoning laws for renewables, including opening over 8,500 acres of parking lots for solar canopies.
// Electric Racing — A Year In Review
2023 has made it clear that electrified motorsports are here to stay, from pushing the boundaries on technology to putting on a great show,
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- 2024 Renault 5 all-electric hatchback leaked in production form
- The Good Oil: Tesla Cybertruck is faster than a Porsche 911… while towing a Porsche 911
- Changes at top for Toyota NZ
- On board for electric drive
- Port ‘thrilled’ at award win
- This Bugatti Chiron birthday present is a tribute to an icon
- Chinese carmaker unveils its NZ dealership network plans
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