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// Industry icon Sir Colin Giltrap dies
The founder of the Giltrap Group, Colin John Giltrap, has died at the age of 84.
- AutoCar says New Zealand Loses Car Fanatic and Motorsport Patron
- AutoFile says Obituary: Sir Colin Giltrap
- Driven says New Zealand motor industry icon and philanthropist Sir Colin Giltrap dies
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// 2025 Nissan Qashqai debuts with new look and more tech
The Nissan Qashqai has received a significant facelift for its 2025 model year, infusing elements from the all-electric Ariya and introducing cutting-edge technology to maintain the SUV’s market relevance.
- AutoCar says Nissan Qashqai Opts for Warrior Look
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// Vehicle spending down 2.2% in March
Retail spending on motor vehicles was down 2.2% to $204m for the March period compared with February 2024 figures.
- AutoFile says Vehicles drag down spending stats
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// Lamborghini Huracan successor to be named Temerario?
Lamborghini is set to debut its Huracan replacement, likely to be named Temerario after recent trademark activity by the manufacturer.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Kia wins Major Car Design Award
At the 2024 Car Design Award ceremony in Milan, Italy, Kia has taken out the accolade for ‘Brand Design Language’.
// Emissions rule deadline approaches
Euro 4 models must be border-checked by April 29.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Elon Musk is putting Tesla all-in on Robotaxi
Riding the AI wave, Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s business on its self-driving effort, including Robotaxi, at the cost of other programs critical to its core business.
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