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// Mazda 6e pure-electric sedan confirmed for New Zealand in 2026
Mazda New Zealand has confirmed it will launch the 6e into the local market in the second half of 2026.
- AutoCar says Mazda confirms new electric 6e for New Zealand in 2026
- Stuff Motoring says Mazda returns to electric car game, confirms slick sedan for NZ
- EVs and Beyond says Mazda 6e electric vehicle confirmed for New Zealand
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// Mazda NZ eyes EZ-60 electric SUV for local market
Mazda New Zealand is considering bringing the EZ-60 electric SUV to the local market, following the brand’s decision to import the 6E sedan from China.
// Toyota retires Signature Class, certified used vehicle programme expands
Toyota New Zealand is expanding its Toyota Certified used vehicle programme, with most used Toyotas sold through its nationwide store network set to fall under the refreshed brand from November.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Models top of pile for safety
Latest results show marques increasingly meeting modern safety protocols for a range of vehicles.
// MTF Finance maintains record performance amid economic headwinds
New Zealand finance company MTF Finance has maintained record originator earnings of $91.6 million and declared an increased dividend despite challenging economic conditions.
// Updated 2026.50 Ford Ranger and Everest here next year
Ford’s updated 2026.50 Ranger and Everest line-up will feature broader V6 availability, fresh styling, expanded technology and a revised model range. It will land in New Zealand from mid-2026.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Elon Musk admits other automakers don’t want to license Tesla’s ‘Full Self-Driving’
After years of teasing that other automakers would license Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system, Elon Musk has now admitted that no other automakers want to license it.
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- Downer adds first fully electric traffic truck
- ComCom files court action against Mobil over wholesale fuel pricing
- Audi launches China-only electric SUV under new ‘AUDI’ sub-brand
- Gordon Murray S1 LM sets record as brand-new supercar sells for NZ$34m
- GM reveals sporty Chevy electric SUV concept
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