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// New South Wales govt incentivises EV uptake
The New South Wales government has announced an A$490 million electric vehicle strategy which will be implemented from September 1, 2022.
- AutoCar says Australia confirms its own EV rebate, limits it to 25,000 cars
- EVsandBeyond.co.nz says MIA: NSW announcement positive but not helpful
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// Mercedes fast-tracking plans to ditch petrol, rumours suggest
Mercedes-Benz is the latest manufacturer to be linked to rumours around phasing out internal combustion engine offerings while simultaneously rushing development on full electrification.
- Stuff Motoring says Mercedes, Audi fast-track EVs as Porsche builds new battery factory
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// We’ve got a job for you in Tauranga. You lucky thing.
Tauranga is thriving and our recently refurbished, multi-award winning Mitsubishi dealership is in growth mode. Here’s a few jobs we have available:
- NEW Assistant Sales Manager
- Vehicle Administrator – Gone sorry
- Parts Advisor
- Service Advisor – Gone sorry
- Car Groomer / Detailer
- Superstar Service Washer
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// Free rides on Ohmio lift AV in Wellington
People can take a ride aboard the future of transport on Wellington’s waterfront this week, with free rides on the Ohmio Lift autonomous shuttle.
IN OTHER NEWS
// MP eyes higher clean-car fees
Case made to push levies into the tens of thousands of dollars per vehicle if more discounts are eventually rolled out for EVs.
// MAN gears up for electric truck series production at new plant
MAN Truck and Bus has officially opened a new plant in Munich as a first step towards series production of electric trucks.
// ABB and Zemtec drive change in e-mobility
ABB in New Zealand is collaborating with Zemtec (Zero Emission Technologies) to provide a high-power charging solution that enables the company to deliver sustainable, emission free e-buses.
// Rush for rebates leaves out hybrids
As the government strives to green the fleet, dealers tell an industry meeting consumers are ditching EVs and returning to hybrid or ICE vehicles.
// Could volcanos save the internal combustion engine?
Fuel created by harnessing volcanos may one day power internal combustion engines, thanks to efforts by Koenigsegg, Geely and a company in Iceland.
// Watch: Philippines customs crushes group of supercars worth over $1 million
While (for the most part) buyers have free reign of buying whatever vehicles they please in New Zealand, the same can’t be said for other countries like The Philippines.
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- Paul Walker’s iconic Fast and Furious Toyota Supra fetches $800k at auction
- Over 80 cars named as eligible for ‘clean car discount’
- Racing for rebates: Peugeot New Zealand fast-tracks pure-electric SUV
- GPC appoints new logistics General Manager
- NZTA warns Kiwis of scam registration emails
- The Peugeot 106 turns 30
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// Current National New Car Deals Revealed
Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials. Offers including pricing specials, ‘free extras’ deals, or special financing terms.