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// Giltrap appoints Steve Kenchington as new group chief executive
The Giltrap Group has appointed Steve Kenchington as its new group chief executive, effective February 1, 2025.
- AutoCar says Steve Kenchington is the New CEO of Giltrap Group
- AutoFile says New CEO for Giltrap Group
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// Five-Seat Toyota Land Cruiser Prado On The Way
Those who have already checked out the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado at their local Toyota dealership may have gotten a surprise when they opened the boot.
- AutoTalk says Toyota launches Prado, predicts 130k new vehicle sales
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// Suzuki eVitara breaks cover as brand’s first EV
Suzuki has unveiled its first-ever fully electric vehicle (EV), the eVitara, which is also set to form the foundation of a new EV from Toyota.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Smart is Working on its #6 Hatchback
Smart is adding its first hatchback, #6, to join its three-model SUV range. Replacements for the ForTwo (#2) and ForFour (#4) models are still some way off.
// TRAINING MUST BE INDUSTRY-OWNED
It’s hard to believe we’re staring down the barrel of the end of 2024 and at the time of writing, we’re still wondering what the heck is going on with Te Pūkenga.
// Director to pay out $83k
Man sentenced to nine months’ home detention for fraudulent invoices of $668,393.
// Car loan arrears tipped to grow
Centrix warns more people are likely to fall behind on finance payments as festive spending kicks in.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Honda takes battery-swapping beyond Asia, eyes delivery services
Honda is looking to expand a battery-swapping service from Asia to Europe, but the focus will remain on two-wheeled vehicles like mopeds and scooters.
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- New Mercedes-AMG G 63 G-Class lands in NZ with enhanced style and performance
- Trump’s Make Automotive Great Again policy will impact global trade
- Ingham Hyundai Hamilton wins 2024 Dealer of the Year award
- Kia Returns To SEMA With EV Adventure Concepts
- Couple With His and Hers Nissan 300ZXs Tie the Knot
- From a V10 MX-5 to a 2000hp Buick: Our five favourite SEMA debuts
- Mercedes-Benz previews all-electric future with upcoming CLA sedan
- Pricing announced for all-new Mini Cooper Convertible
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