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// ANCAP gives e Vitara four stars, Audi Q3 earns five
ANCAP Safety has released its latest round of vehicle safety ratings, with a mix of new assessments and updated results across five popular models.
- Driven Car Guide says Audi Q3 Earns top safety marks, while refreshed Nissan Qashqai drops a star
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// GWM unveils limited-run Cannon XSR ahead of Fieldays
GWM New Zealand is gearing up for Fieldays with the launch of a special ute; the Cannon XSR Limited Edition.
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// Mitsubishi Triton gets update and price increase
One of the country’s most popular dual-cab utes — the Mitsubishi Triton — has been given a mild update for 2026, and with it an equally mild price increase.
// Turners declares Q3 dividend of nine cents per share
Turners Automotive Group has declared a third-quarter FY26 dividend of nine cents per share, fully imputed.
// Dealership worker loses ACC appeal
A car dealership’s finance manager who was assaulted with a taser at work has lost an appeal for ACC compensation.
// Director gains board promotion
Noel Johnston, a long-standing shareholder and director, has become deputy chair of MTF Finance’s board.
// Audi RS 5 pricing announced for NZ
Audi has announced New Zealand pricing for the RS 5 Avant and Sedan.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Volkswagen may bring back another familiar name for a new luxury electric SUV
Volkswagen is retiring the Touareg after a 23-year run, but the company is now looking into bringing it back as…
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- Lola revives the T70S in the name of nostalgia
- Lexus turns jazz into metal with one-off ‘Blue in Green’ RZ concept
- Lexus turns IS 350 into rolling artwork with one-off design
- Jaguar’s new electric GT targets 735kW with tri-motor power and classic DNA
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