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// MTA calls for greater policing of service stations
The Motor Trade Association of New Zealand (MTA) has welcomed the announcement of more police on the beat in major cities but says more needs to be done to protect service station workers from violent crime.
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// Suzuki Cappuccino could return in 2027 with Toyota GR power
Compact sports car enthusiasts are in for a treat as rumours suggest the cult classic Suzuki Cappuccino could return after 26 years.
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// Mitsubishi takes stake of ASX-listed FleetPartners
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has acquired a 5% stake of fleet leasing company FleetPartners Group, as of June 19.
// Battery fire in South Korea kills two dozen workers
A deadly factory fire that began after lithium batteries exploded has killed at least 22 people in South Korea, with two more unaccounted for.
// Ford RS200 set to return
Another day, another restomod announced. This time it’s the Ford RS200 that is set to be resurrected.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Do EVs need to simulate gear shifts? BMW and Hyundai think so
Hyundai’s already launched a sporty EV with simulated shift points, now BMW’s developing a similar concept.
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- Ford’s rally van for the road, the E Transit Custom MS-RT
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- AA Insurance, Turners support volunteer firefighters in road crash training
- The once beloved V8 sedan is almost dead in NZ
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