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// Written-off Tesla Model 3s stay off fast charging after High Court declines review
Tesla switched off DC fast charging on two repaired, written-off Model 3s bought at a Turners damaged vehicle auction. The High Court has declined to review the ruling.
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// Chery’s luxury brand Exlantix confirmed for NZ in 2027
Chery is preparing to enter New Zealand's luxury car market with Exlantix, with the brand’s first vehicles expected to arrive in the first half of 2027.
// Tesla Roadster detailed: three models revealed, but NZ buyers face a major catch
The long-awaited Tesla Roadster is set to offer three versions, although its left-hand-drive-only configuration and a rocket-assisted model capable of brief airborne manoeuvres could complicate its prospects in New Zealand.
// Nearly four in 10 Kiwi new-car buyers never test drive their car – survey
Nearly four in 10 New Zealanders buying a new car don't bother taking it for a test drive, new Trade Me research has found.
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// BYD’s own fleet makes the case for charging your PHEV
BYD NZ press fleet data shows a Shark 6 PHEV charged twice emitted 205g CO2e/km, against 71g/km for an identical ute charged 59 times.
// Deadline for submissions
Chance for experts to take part in next year’s ITS Asia-Pacific Forum in Auckland.
// Great teamwork outdoors
Nissan Navara provides the muscle and capability for Fishing and Adventure.
// Freelander's NZ launch backed by $630 million factory overhaul
The New Zealand launch of the Freelander brand will be backed by a US$440 million (NZ$774m) overhaul of the Chinese factory building its new SUVs, as the Chery-JLR joint venture shifts towards electrified vehicles under the revived name.v
// Ford reveals Supercars-inspired Mustang Dark Horse, but not for NZ
Another year, another souped up, go-faster Ford Mustang revealed for Down Under … or Australia, at least.
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// Selling EVs? The Handover Just Got Easier
Charging cables, plugs, installation, safety… new EV owners have plenty of questions, and your sales team doesn’t always have time to answer them all.
Now there’s a free booklet that explains the basics for you.
The Basics Booklet is a handy, glovebox-sized guide that gives your customers clear, practical answers they can take home and refer to whenever they need. With separate editions for Type 1, Type 2 and NACS vehicles, you can give every EV customer information that’s relevant to their vehicle.
Best of all, the booklets are completely free for dealers to give to their EV customers.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Police pull over two men riding an electric couch down the street
Two riders in Charlotte, North Carolina, may have just raised the bar after police stopped them cruising down the street on an actual couch apparently powered by a pair of Lime electric scooters.
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// Dealers: cash for removed JDM radios and JDM EV charger cables
Swapping out Japanese head units, nav screens or Jap EV charger cables on your imports? Don’t bin them – turn them into cash. Radio Recyclers buys them, any brand, and collects free from your yard, with regular runs to nearly every city in NZ. Cash paid, no hassle. Call or text Shane on 021 742 634 to book a pickup.
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