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// A centenary for Ford Australia marked by stamp release
Ford Australia is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. And to mark the occasion, Australia Post is releasing a limited-edition stamp collection featuring four iconic models from the past century.
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// Dealership teams up with BYD
“Our customers now have even greater opportunities to explore EV and PHEV options” – Willem Pieterse, dealer principal.
- AutoTalk says Ebbett Rotorua adds BYD franchise
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// Audi TT retro concept leaked ahead of debut in Munich
Audi is set to show off a sports car concept inspired by the TT tomorrow. However, a shot of the concept appeared on Audi’s Canadian social media feeds.
// Tyrewise marks first year with nearly four million tyres recovered
New Zealand’s nationwide tyre recycling scheme is marking its first year of operation, with Tyrewise reporting nearly four million end-of-life tyres collected for recycling or repurposing since launching on September 1 last year, and more than 5,000 registered partners across the country.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Kia’s Stonic compact crossover undergoes a refresh
Kia has revealed its facelifted Stonic compact crossover. It features design updates, a fresh interior, better connectivity and a mild hybrid powertrain.
// Act now or risk grid overload, EV start-up warns govt
Wellington electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure start-up Thundergrid is calling on the government to make smart vehicle charging the standard in New Zealand, warning the country risks locking in unsafe infrastructure that cannot handle future demand.
// Centrix Credit Report: Car loans improve
Consumer and business credit pressures remain a concern despite signs of easing interest rates, according to the latest Centrix Credit Indicator.
// Turners rebrands My Auto Shop as Turners Servicing & Repairs
Turners has rebranded My Auto Shop as Turners Servicing & Repairs, bringing the mobile car servicing business under one of New Zealand’s best-known automotive names.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Tesla releases ‘Master Plan Part 4’, a smorgasbord of vague AI promises
Tesla has finally released its ‘Master Plan Part 4’ and it’s nothing more than a smorgasbord of AI promises about its humanoid robot, which can’t even serve popcorn.
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- Volkswagen ID.2X crossover teased ahead of Munich debut
- Lightning strikes BYD twice, vehicle unharmed
- MG Cyber X targets budget EV buyers
- Polestar launches custom GeoGuessr game for in-car play
- New Lotus SUV will be a Porsche Macan rival
- BMW teases the future of urban riding with Vision CE
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