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// Going sideways in an Audi RS e-tron GT

Think an 830Nm, 800 volt EV doesn’t belong on the epic, ice and snow-capped proving grounds near Queenstown, then best you think again.

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// Toyota’s robot car retrievers return to Paris Olympics

The Paris Olympics have given us much to talk about, but only the most fervent petrolheads will notice some zippy little vehicles darting across the field in some events.


IN OTHER NEWS

// Chinese carmaker hopes to become a top-10 brand in NZ

The latest entry to the New Zealand new-car market, Jaecoo, hopes to not only convey itself as a value-packed carmaker,

// NZTA board appointments announced

Transport Minister Simeon Brown has announced the appointment of three new members and the reappointment of one existing member to the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) Board.

// Sights on card charges

Regulator sees potential for reduction of more than $250m in payment fees.

// Honda reports rise in profit on healthy demand for cars

Honda reported Wednesday that its profit rose 8.7% in the April-June quarter as strong sales of hybrid vehicles

// Jaguar’s comeback could mean pricier new models

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// It’s that time again. 

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// PHEVs and EVs outsold gas-powered cars in China in July

Winds are shifting in China as vehicles with plugs outsold non-hybrid gas-only cars in July.


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