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// Tesla moves its FSD(S) to subs model
Those looking to buy Tesla’s FSD(S), that’s Full Self Driving (Supervised), outright only have a limited time left to do so.
- EVs and Beyond says Tesla to shift Full Self-Driving to subscription-only model
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// Video: BYD’s smallest EV lands in New Zealand from $29,990
BYD has launched the Atto 1 in New Zealand, bringing its smallest and most affordable electric car to market
- AutoTrader says BYD Atto 1 – NZ first drive and video review
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// ‘Great Electric Cherry Migration’ rolls into Parliament
Photos: Rewiring Aotearoa. Renewable energy advocacy group Rewiring Aotearoa has taken its electrification message to Parliament in a colourful stunt
// Government commits $35m to back NZ fusion energy start-up
The Government is investing up to $35 million to support a New Zealand start-up aiming to develop fusion energy technology,
IN OTHER NEWS
// First Denza luxury-SUV showroom opens in New Zealand: in the house
The new dealership at 48 Great South Road is part of the Andrew Simms group, located in the heart of all the posh car and SUV stuff in Epsom/Newmarket.
// WorkSafe updates EV charging guidance for corporate fleets
Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden.
// Taranaki green hydrogen project begins after years of legal delays
Construction is set to begin on the long-delayed Kapuni Wind Farm and Green Hydrogen Project in South Taranaki,
// Ford, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, and Jaecoo issue local recalls – is your car affected?
Ford, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz and Omoda have recently issued recalls for popular models in New Zealand.
// New Audi A6 to arrive in NZ in April
The new Audi A6 Avant will arrive in New Zealand in April, with pricing set to start at $158,990 plus on-road costs.
// Lexus New Zealand to introduce connected services with mid-2026 ES launch
Lexus New Zealand will introduce connected services with the launch of the new ES sedan, which is set to arrive mid-2026.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// China’s Next Safety Target May Be Yoke Steering Wheels
A new safety standard draft from China requires rim impact test points yokes don’t have, so they could go away as of 2027.
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- Toyota unveils all-electric Highlander with up to 514km range
- Geely Holding targets top-five global ranking by 2030
- Apple design legend shapes interior of Ferrari’s first EV
- AI car data platform sold to US investor, eyes ANZ growth
- The analogue dials in the Bugatti Tourbillon are a masterpiece of design
- Trump administration calls to end controversial stop/start emissions feature
- Ineos Grenadier gets a very Defender Classic-esque makeover
- Honda’s road-ready Super-One might be the coolest Japanese EV yet
- Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Bathurst 12 Hour Special Edition locked in for 12 buyers
- Aussies aim to lead global race in remote vehicle automation
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