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// Motor industry out in force at Fieldays 2026
The motor industry is among major sectors represented at Fieldays 2026 which officially opened at Mystery Creek on Wednesday with thousands of visitors heading along for the start of the four-day event.
- Autofile says Showing off new models
- Autofile says Crowds flock to rural showcase
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// New Audi Q7 sticks with winning formula
Audi has unveiled the third-generation Q7, with the big SUV confirmed for New Zealand ahead of its local launch late next year.
// Ute auction to boost charity
Auto Trader NZ has partnered with BYD to auction a Shark 6 featuring nearly $40,000 in upgrades and accessories with all proceeds going to a good cause.
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// BYD: World’s Largest Automaker In 5 Years
In the recent shareholder meeting, BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu indicated that the company would become the largest automaker by volume in 5 years and would exceed 10 million units by the end of the decade.
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- Kia PV5 Cargo and VW Transporter earn top ANCAP van safety grades
- Next-gen Mitsubishi Eclipse revealed as rebadged Nissan Leaf
- Leapmotor B05 makes its Kiwi debut: bringing the hatch back
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