HOT TOPIC
// Jaecoo J7 pricing in the $30k-$40k area
Jaecoo says that the J7 model launching in New Zealand next month will cost in the thirties.
- AutoTalk says Jaecoo J7 SUV pricing to start in the $30k bracket
- Stuff Motoring says New Chinese carmaker teases pricing for first NZ model
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// Mini announces pricing for its quirkiest EV yet
As BMW’s Mini continues to add more and more electrification to its range, the brand’s local arm has moved to confirm pricing for the upcoming Mini Aceman
- AutoCar says Mini Aceman priced for New Zealand
- EVs and Beyond says Mini Aceman priced from $63,990
HOT TOPIC
// Another city bans fossil fuel advertising
Last month Edinburgh’s city council voted to ban fossil fuel advertisements on city property.
- Stuff Motoring says This city just made it illegal to advertise gas guzzling cars
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BEST OF THE REST
// Alpine to deliver an A290 electric hot hatch
As previewed a year ago, Alpine has produced its first electric car, the A290.
IN OTHER NEWS
// On board with Tyrewise
Field representatives and delivery co-ordinator join team working on scheme.
// New Zealand distributor appointed for Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Freightliner
Daimler Truck brands Mercedes-Benz Trucks and Freightliner will soon have a general distributor locally in New Zealand.
// Organisations invited to enter the 2024 Australasian Fleet Champions Awards
Road safety charity Brake is encouraging fleet operators and suppliers who are working to reduce crashes and pollution from vehicles driven for work purposes to enter its 10th annual Australasian Fleet Safety Awards.
// Spending on vehicles hits two-year low
Latest figures show millions of dollars less coming into the automotive industry from consumers in May.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Ford Revises Dealer Requirements To Sell Electric Cars
Ford is still trying to figure out how fast the transition to electric cars is going to happen as it adjusts its relationship with dealers.
ONE LINERS
- Tesla EVs integrated in PropiCloud’s ‘Build-to-Rent’ projects
- Tesla talks three new EVs
- Liberty Global taking Warner Bros Discovery stake in FE
- Porsche opens fourth Charging Lounge
- Tesla owners are cleanest, who are the dirtiest?
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