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// Leapmotor reveals updated C10
Leapmotor has revealed an updated version of its C10 SUV ahead of a China market launch on June 16, bringing significant battery and powertrain improvements to the mid-size electric SUV.
- AutoTrader says Leapmotor C10 update revealed in China
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// Toyota tops reputation rankings for third consecutive year
Toyota New Zealand has secured the top position in the Kantar Corporate Reputation Index for the third consecutive year, as New Zealanders increasingly favour brands they perceive as dependable and trustworthy during a period of economic and social uncertainty.
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// Marques ready for Fieldays
About a dozen new-vehicle brands will be eager to impress the thousands of visitors expected to flood through the gates at Fieldays this week.
- AutoTalk says Fieldays set to open with good weather and full line-up
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// Used-car brand opens new store
Eagers Automotive has expanded its used-car brand operation, easyauto123, with the opening of a new store in Christchurch.
// Auction sales ‘solid’
Online auction platform Collecting Cars says the market for classic, performance and collectible models remains solid after it cleared more than 70 lots last month.
// 2 Cheap Cars awards $10,000 in customer giveaway
2 Cheap Cars has announced the winners of its April customer promotion, which saw 10 vehicle buyers each receive a $1,000 Motor Trade Association (MTA) gift voucher.
// GWM tackles agri-event
GWM New Zealand is creating an immersive “GWM Sales Stadium” experience for visitors to its site at Fieldays this week.
// Lexus New Zealand reveals price for first-ever pure-electric ES
The battery-electric version of the eighth-generation Lexus ES luxury sedan will pick up some of the driver-focused technology from the just-launched RZ 550e, including Interactive Manual Drive that features an eight-speed virtual gear set-up.
// Ford New Zealand introduces Pro Converter programme for ute and van mods
Ford New Zealand is lifting its game in ute and van modification with a new programme called Pro Convertor (FPC), a “strategic initiative designed to deliver high-quality, integrated vehicle conversions and customisations to strengthen its market-leading commercial vehicle line-up”.
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