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// Mazda is Introducing A Third Large SUV
Following in the footsteps of the CX-60 and CX-90 is the in-betweener CX-80, due to arrive here in November, with pricing to be revealed in the next few weeks.
- AutoTalk says Mazda New Zealand confirms November arrival of CX-80
- Driven says Mazda NZ reveals CX-80 specs ahead of local launch
- Stuff Motoring says Mazda confirms Kiwi details for all-new CX-80 SUV
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// Nearly half of US dealerships ‘not excited at all’ to sell EVs; study finds
A new study indicates 49% of US dealerships aren’t very excited to sell EVs.
IN OTHER NEWS
// BMW CEO says a ban on combustion technology is wrong
BMW CEO Oliver Zipse believes the European Union’s plan to ban sales of new combustion-engined cars in 2035 is the “wrong approach”.
// Used Taycan batteries provide energy storage for Porsche’s Leipzig plant
About 4400 used Taycan battery modules help power the Porsche Plant Leipzig.
// Mark Darrow appointed CAA board chair
Transport minister Simeon Brown has appointed former automotive executive and independent company director Mark Darrow as the Civil Aviation Authority board chair.
// New trio join NZTA board
Appointments bring “wealth of delivery experience” to agency as it focuses on executing government’s priorities.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// EV battery costs dropped 90% in last 15 years
Battery costs continue to drop with latest estimates noting a 90% decrease in the last decade and a half.
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- Holden parts found in $80k classic Ford, buyer receives compensation
- Global megawatt charging experts in NZ webinar
- Motor vehicle insurance accounts for 17% of IFSO complaints
- Emissions fund open
- New study reveals hybrids nearly 5 times dirtier than EVs
- Which carmaker produces the safest van?
- Flawless JDM Honda S2000 commands exorbitant price tag
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