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// Suzuki Fronx launches in NZ with hybrid tech under $30k
Suzuki New Zealand has introduced a new contender to the compact SUV segment with the launch of the Fronx, a mild-hybrid crossover that combines standout styling, high specification, and impressive efficiency — all starting from an introductory price of $29,990 plus on-road costs.
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// Leapmotor B10 electric SUV confirmed for New Zealand launch in late 2025
Leapmotor will expand its local EV line-up later this year, with confirmation the all-new B10 medium SUV is set to arrive in New Zealand during the second half of 2025.
- Driven says Leapmotor announces smaller B10 for New Zealand
- Stuff Motoring says Intriguing new electric SUV confirmed for New Zealand
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// NZ new-vehicle sales June: Government Investment Boost sparks sales bounceback (including a BEV boom)
The Motor Industry Association (MIA) is crediting the Government’s “Investment Boost” (announced as part of the 2025 Budget) for a bounceback in new-vehicle sales in June.
- AutoFile says Tax policy boosts sales
- Stuff Motoring says June’s rise in new-car sales credited to Govt investment scheme
- EVs and Beyond says Electric surge helps drive June sales spike
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// New Chinese EV has a secret weapon: 2026 MG4 officially revealed in China
MG has officially unveiled the new-generation MG4 electric hatch, and not only does it have a new shape but we know more about the technology on board including the possibility it could have a “semi-solid-state” battery.
// Another Subaru Crosstrek choice for NZ buyers
Subaru NZ has added a new entry level Crosstrek to its local range. Priced at $43,990, Subaru says the AWD 2.0L positions itself as ‘a value-packed option for fleet and corporate buyers’.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Comeback Kid: The Lancia Delta HF Integrale
Lancia reckons the Delta HF Integrale will make a comeback in 2026, initially as a dual-motor EV.
// Highly charged Atom
To celebrate 25 years of motoring hilarity, Ariel has marked the occasion by producing the circuit-focused Atom 4RR.
// Vehicle arrivals rise to 20,008 units in June
The number of new and used vehicles arriving at New Zealand ports in June 2025 totalled 20,008 units, up from 16,021 in May, according to New Zealand Customs motor vehicle data.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Slate Truck’s Under $20,000 Price Tag Just Became A Political Casualty
The electric truck may still enter production next year, but that tempting sub $20,000 price now appears like a dream.
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- Plug and Save fast charging comes to Ormiston Town Centre
- Polestar confirms European production of new 7
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- $1 million Ferrari ploughs into two parked cars in Newmarket
- Utes continue to drive new vehicle market across the ditch
- Mercedes is readying the EQV replacement dubbed VLE
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