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// Volvo CEO predicts EVs will cost less than petrol cars
Volvo chief executive Håkan Samuelsson says electric vehicles will “most probably” cost less than petrol cars within five years,
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// Auckland City Toyota celebrates 25-year service milestone
Screenshot Auckland City Toyota has recognised service administrator Stuart Illingworth for 25 years of dedicated service with the dealership.
// Vehicle loans feel squeeze
Vehicle loans feel squeeze New report shows more borrowers behind on car repayments as households face pressure.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Property market signals cautious optimism for automotive sector in 2026
Property values across New Zealand dipped by 0.1% in January, extending the sluggish performance that characterised 2025
// Meridian opens St Arnaud EV charging station
Meridian Energy has opened a new electric vehicle (EV) charging station in St Arnaud,
// Vehicle arrivals total 14,282 units in January
The number of new and used vehicles arriving at New Zealand ports in January 2026 totalled 14,282 units, down 23%
// Hyundai renews Country Calendar partnership for 60th anniversary
Hyundai New Zealand has renewed its partnership with Country Calendar as the television programme celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Hyundai is pausing production of this electric SUV, but promises the EV will return
The Kona EV will not be available for the 2026 model year, but Hyundai says the electric SUV is not gone for good.
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- New Transporter Sportline brings GTI looks to VW’s big van
- Brisbane Uber Tesla hits 417,000km with strong battery health
- Electric vehicle momentum builds in steady Australian market
- New Jeep Cherokee brings boxy style and hybrid power
- Report: Audi to revive A2 badge for new electric hatch
- Porsche reveals ultra-rare 911 GT3 honouring F. A. Porsche’s design legacy
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