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// Ford’s all-electric E-Transit Custom is coming to NZ

Ford New Zealand is welcoming a new addition to its electric fleet, confirming the all-electric E-Transit Custom will be here…

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// First three emissions budgets announced

The Emissions Reduction Plan to be released on Monday, May 16 will set out how the…

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// New Honda Civic Type R weeks away

The next-generation Honda Civic Type R will be revealed in just a few weeks, a month after it broke the front-wheel-drive record at Suzuka.

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// MTA praises govt for apprenticeship scheme extension

The New Zealand Government has announced it will be extending its Apprenticeship Boost scheme until the end of 2022; a move that’s prompted celebration at the Motor Trade Association (MTA).

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// Toyota Corolla set for power boost, tech updates

Toyota’s most popular car, the Corolla, is reportedly set for its first comprehensive update since the current model launched in 2018.

// Auckland car dealer to auction $750,000 of classics with no reserve

Auckland-based car dealership Sunday Drive is set to host a unique set of classic car and bike ‘barn find’ auctions later this week, all with no reserve.

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// Mercedes-Benz To Start Selling Level 3 DRIVE PILOT In Germany

Germany will become the first country to allow Level 3 semi-autonomous technology on public roads.

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EV batteries already deliver long range and quick charging times, and new silicon-lithium technology will bump those performance markers up to the next level.

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// Keen for an entry-level Mercedes? You might be out of luck

Mercedes CEO suggests the company may cut some entry-level models…

// We.EV helps businesses’ EV preparation

Waikato-based electricity distributor WEL Networks has launched We.EV to help businesses get future-ready with their EV charging infrastructure.

// Minister keeps lenders waiting

Elements of controversial credit laws may stay unchanged until at least July.

// R and R from VW

No, nothing to do with rest and recreation but just as much fun, for we’re referring to a new pair of R performance models from Volkswagen.

// Private buyers shy away from utes

Proportion of registrations of light commercials in private sector tumbles.

// Ram might be about to take on the Ford Ranger

Ram is eyeing up a move into the ute market proper, with a smaller pickup to properly compete against the Hilux, Ranger, and Triton.

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HELPFUL RESOURCES

// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.