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// Business as usual for Citroën New Zealand
Following the announcement by Citroën Australia that it will cease new vehicle sales by November 1, 2024, the marque’s New Zealand distributor says it is business as usual for the brand here.
- AutoCar says Citroen Says Au Revoir Oz
- AutoFile says Citroen staying put in NZ
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// Wagons are definitely back: BMW’s mighty M5 Touring on its way
While performance wagons never really left our shores, thanks largely to Audi, it seems we’re in a bit of a renaissance.
- Driven says All-new hybrid BMW M5 Touring set for NZ in 2025
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// Giltrap Group opens new Lotus of Auckland showroom
The Giltrap Group officially opened its new Lotus of Auckland showroom at 138 Great North Road, unveiling the all-new Emaya electric sports sedan.
- Driven says Lotus Emeya EV unveiled in Auckland: what’s a ‘hyper GT’ again?
- Stuff Motoring says Electric Lotus Emeya EV makes its Kiwi debut
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// Next Peugeot 208 To Get Concept Car Interior
The next Peugeot 208 is due in 2026 and offers a radical look inside and out, as it moves to…
- Stuff Motoring says Peugeot updates 208 and 2008 as hybrids gain momentum
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Volkswagen ID.2 Supermini Spied Testing
This is Volkswagen’s Polo-sized ID.2 EV spotted circulating at the Nürburgring recently.
// New Volkswagen Tayron the Tiguan Allspace Replacement
Volkswagen Tayron is a new seven-seater SUV from the German giant that will replace the Tiguan Allspace.
// Key advice on end-of-life tyres
Association urges members to be prepared before collection scheme begins.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// California Legislative Committee Gives Green Light to EV Battery Recycling Bill
Senate Bill 615 would require automotive manufacturers to make certain that their electric vehicle (EV) batteries are ultimately recycled.
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