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// BYD reveals Shark 6 at Fieldays, Wellington dealer relocating
BYD New Zealand invited transport minister Simeon Brown to pull the cover off its new Shark 6 super hybrid ute on the first day of the National Fieldays on June 12.
- EVs and Beyond says Watch: First right-hand drive walkaround of BYD Shark 6
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// Limited-edition LDV T60 Traverse ute storms Fieldays 2024
LDV New Zealand has debuted its limited-edition T60 Traverse ute at the Fieldays 2024 event in Hamilton.
- AutoFile says Limited-edition ute revealed
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// Targets must ‘strike right balance’
Aimee Wiley, chief executive of the Motor Industry Association, on why the goals of the CCS for 2025-27 need adjusting.
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- AutoFile says Concern over CCS charges
- AutoFile says CCS review nears
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// Fieldays 2024: five must-see things for an auto fan at Mystery Creek
Fieldays is not a car show. But it’s probably the closest thing New Zealand has to one, and it’s the idea place for brands to roll out their latest models to a big audience.
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// Here’s our latest look at Apple’s more immersive next-gen CarPlay
Apple has unveiled a detailed look at its next-generation CarPlay system during its annual developer conference, WWDC 2024, showcasing a slew of new features and enhancements set to redefine in-car connectivity.
// Omoda E5 passes water wading and underbody scraping tests
According to the local distributor, the Omoda E5 has passed two electric vehicle battery safety tests since its launch in New Zealand in April.
// BMW M2 uprated, here before year’s end
One of the better driver’s cars, the BMW M2, has been updated and will be introduced to NZ later this year.
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// What Is A ‘Smart’ Electric Car Charger And Why Should You Buy One?
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