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// Polestar 2 gets performance software upgrade
Polestar has released a performance-oriented software upgrade for the electric Polestar 2 Long Range Dual motor in nine European markets such as the United Kingdom and Germany.
- AutoCar says Polestar 2 to get big 50kW over-the-air power boost
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// Fully electric Kia EV6 NZ arrival just weeks away
After noting earlier in the year that its fully electric EV6 would be touching down by the end of 2021, Kia’s local arm has reiterated that the model’s arrival is just a week away — arrival slated officially for late Q1.
- EVs and Beyond says Kia NZ hits electric button hard in early 2022
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// Peugeot to go all-electric in Europe from 2030
Peugeot has confirmed it will move all European models onto EV platforms by next decade.
- EVs and Beyond says Peugeot aims for electric-only in Europe by 2030
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// Rest in Peace: Kia NZ confirms it’s axing the Stinger
After a tumultuous year for the embattled nameplate, it’s been confirmed that the Kia Stinger has been cancelled for New Zealand.
// Next-generation A4 will be topped by electric RS model
The next generation of Audi A4 has been detailed, and it looks to be one of the first of Audi’s ‘normal’ models to get the electrification treatment.
// Lamborghini to launch first EV in 2027 or 2028
Lamborghini chief executive, Stephan Winkelmann, has confirmed the brand will launch it’s first all-electric vehicle, and it’s set to hit the market in either 2027 or 2028.
IN OTHER NEWS
// GMC Hummer EV Edition 1 production ready
Photos of the range-topping GMC Hummer EV Edition 1 from the November 2021 SEMA Show in Las Vegas are provided by GM Authority.
// Ports of Auckland appoints new CEO
Ports of Auckland has appointed current Lyttelton Port Company boss Roger Gray as its new chief executive.
// Radar critical for mobility’s future
Radar is fundamental to automotive safety and critical to achieving emerging level four autonomy.
// Stellantis wants to outfit cars with AI to drive up revenue
Carmaker Stellantis announced a strategy Tuesday to embed AI-enabled software in 34 million vehicles across its 14 brands, hoping the tech upgrade will help it bring in 20 billion euros (NZ$36.7 billion) in annual revenue by 2030.
// Agency extends IT deal
Company vows to deliver “easy-to-use services” for vehicle registrations over the coming decade.
// Intel jumps on plans to take its Mobileye car business public
Intel Corp. plans to list shares of its Mobileye self-driving car business by the middle of next year, letting the chipmaker capitalise on its investment in a burgeoning industry.
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- ‘The last Holden V8’ is up for sale, and it isn’t a Commodore
- Very first Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 R prototype being auctioned off again
- Volkswagen CEO keeps his job, but is on thin ice
- Rivian could start making electric utes in the UK
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