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// Smart set to make come back in NZ
Remember that car brand Smart? It’s set to return to New Zealand soon. It will be represented here by the Armstrong group.
- AutoTalk says Armstrongs reintroducing smart brand to New Zealand
- Driven says Three Smart EV SUV models to launch in New Zealand: hashtag news!
- EVs and Beyond says EV-only smart brand returning to New Zealand
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// Differing views on Clean Car consultation, MIA ‘invites’ new distributors
Recent consultation between Transport Minister Simeon Brown and key trade associations regarding changes to the Clean Car Standard has triggered differing opinions from those inside the Wellington inner circle, and those it would seem who are outside of it.
- AutoCar says Is the Government Set To Gut The Clean Car Standard?
- AutoFile says Fears bill will ‘gut’ clean car standard
- EVs and Beyond says Drive Electric joins Tesla in CCS review complaint
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// Rimac undercuts Tesla with Verne robotaxi reveal
Rimac, maker of the renowned Nevera electric supercar, once again disrupts the auto industry with the unveiling of its sleek Verne robotaxi.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Hyundai’s wee electric Inster is under evaluation locally
As previewed recently, Hyundai today released details of its all-electric Inster. It is a new sub-compact electric city car with unique styling, extended driving range (for a small electric vehicle) and versatility.
// Value of EV imports drops $102m
Increase for automotive goods from EU and US, but totals for China, Australia and South Korea down.
// How Toyota New Zealand is making its hydrogen dreams a reality
When you think Toyota New Zealand and power, you probably think of an “h” word: hybrid. And rightly so.
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- Ishikawa acting Toyota NZ chief executive, as Lala takes leave
- Turners sets $65m profit target by FY28
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- Great Scott – it’s an electric DeLorean
- BMW unleashes first electrified M5, and it’s heavier than most SUVs
- Lamborghini Revuelto V12 hybrid: $1m EV supercar on full charge for New Zealand
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