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// Hamilton dealership reclaims crown
Jaguar Land Rover NZ celebrates sales, service, customer experience and leadership success at annual awards.
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// Broadlands Finance appoints new general manager
Motor vehicle finance company Broadlands Finance has appointed Simon Moore as General Manager
- Autofile says Mission to build on legacy
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// Leapmotor B05 to make New Zealand debut at Fieldays
The all-electric Leapmotor B05 has been confirmed to make its New Zealand debut at the Fieldays.
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// Sporty edge for SUV
Toyota NZ is rolling out the RAV4 GR Sport plug in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), which it says is the sportiest, most dynamic and technically advanced RAV4 ever offered here.
// April new car sales: Toyota holds top spot as Chinese brands gain momentum
New vehicle registrations climbed to 9863 units in April 2026, an 11.6% increase compared with the same month last year, when 8839 units were recorded.
// 2026 Toyota GR Yaris gains Aero Performance Package in New Zealand
Toyota New Zealand has introduced a new Aero Performance Package for the Toyota GR Yaris, marking the first time the hot hatch has been offered with a factory performance upgrade.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Why Insurance Breaks The Uber-In-The-Air Fantasy – CleanTechnica
The underwriter is another stake in the heart of cheap eVTOLs, pushing services toward expensive airport shuttles instead of app-hailed city flights.
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- Google brings Gemini upgrade with natural AI conversations to built-in cars
- Honda aims to fight onslaught of affordable new rivals
- Volkswagen releases limited-run Amarok V6 Style ute with premium practicality
- Range Rover SV Ultra turns up luxury with concert-hall cabin tech
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