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// Ford Mustang Mach-E new year price drop
A $5000 price reduction on Ford Mustang Mach-E rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) models, and an $8000 reduction on the flagship GT applies from January 1, 2024.
- Stuff Motoring says Ford discounts fully electric Mustang ahead for 2024
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// Ken Block’s iconic 2004 Subaru Impreza RS rally car now up for auction
Rally fans and motorsport enthusiasts have a rare opportunity to own a piece of history, as Ken Block’s iconic 2004 Subaru Impreza RS rally car is currently up for auction.
- AutoCar says Ken Block’s old Subaru Impreza is up for auction
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// Obituary: Peter King
Sadness at loss of transport researcher Peter King, a member of the AA’s advocacy team.
- AutoTalk says AA mourns loss of transport researcher Peter King
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// These innovative new tyres come with built-in snow chains
For those of you who live in areas where it snows, you can go ahead and throw away your snow chains as Hyundai and Kia have developed new tyre technology which means you’ll never have to use them again.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Kiwi-backed truck brand which includes EVs launching here
JAC Motors New Zealand launches next year with two light trucks including an EV variant among its light commercial truck range.
// Sir Colin Giltrap recovering after serious fall
Giltrap Group founder and industry leader Colin Giltrap has suffered a serious fall and is now recovering at a hospital in London.
// Volkswagen teases new Transporter van based on Ford Transit
The next generation of the Volkswagen Transporter is upon us, with the German carmaker today teasing the new Ford Transit-based model.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Tesla Cybertruck’s $50,000 No-Resale Clause Returns
Buyers are not allowed to sell their Cybertruck within the first year of ownership without Tesla’s written permission.
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- Company supersizes dealership
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- Tesla drivers run Autopilot where it’s not intended, with deadly consequences
- Toaster sets electric vehicle on fire in Denmark, driver faces fine
- From Waka Kotahi to NZTA: transport agency shifts away from Māori-first naming
- Car of the Year 2023 recap: all you need to know about all the winners
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