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// BYD Atto 3 pricing confirmed, to start at $52,990
Having announced its New Zealand dealer network earlier this week, BYD New Zealand has now confirmed pricing and specification for its Atto 3 fully electric crossover.
- AutoCar says BYD Atto 3 – NZ’s new EV price leader
- Driven says NZ pricing and specs revealed for BYD ATTO 3
- Stuff Motoring says BYD confirms local Atto 3 pricing
HOT TOPIC
// VIA CEO David Vinsen set for retirement
Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (VIA) chief executive David Vinsen has confirmed that he will be stepping down from the role, beginning a transition to retirement from next month, with reduced hours.
- AutoFile says VIA’s financial position ‘susceptible’
- AutoFile says VIA’s chief executive calling time
- AutoFile says Facing challenges of future
HOT TOPIC
// Industry welcomes tyre recycling scheme
Major players in the automotive industry are welcoming the near rollout of New Zealand’s first nationally regulated product stewardship scheme for end-of-life tyres. The new government-backed scheme, known as Tyrewise, will ensure tyres are collected and recycled instead of ending up in landfills, roadsides, or illegally dumped.
- AutoFile says AA praises recycling project
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// New Peugeot 408 is a stylish crossover
Peugeot is setting out to bring a bit of extra flavour to the crossover segment with its all new 408, claiming it is the first of its kind. The new model slots in between the 308 and 508, standing out with its fastback silhouette and raised stance.
// Subscriptions are the best way to try an EV before you buy
Shifting to an electric vehicle is a pretty big move, what with the various lifestyle changes as well as the parting of a rather large sum of money. So it’s understandable if you’re a little bit unsure, especially if you’re the type that doesn’t particularly like change. But what if there was a middle ground? Well, good news – there is!
// Every car debuting at the 2022 Goodwood Festival of Speed
This year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed is just hours away from getting underway. Alongside the event’s usual running of timed sprints up the hill climb, a variety of manufacturers are debuting their latest creations with some making their way up the hill. Whether you’re watching along from home or at the event itself, here’s every new car debuting at this weekend’s event.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// First drive in the Lightyear 0: A genuine solar EV is closer than ever to becoming reality
For the last decade, the cofounders at Lightyear have been working to defy one single, formidable statement – a solar EV cannot be done.
// Tesla Cybertruck design is ‘finally locked’ and gets an updated timeline
After several revisions, Elon Musk says that the final Tesla Cybertruck design is “finally locked,” and he updated the timeline to production for mid-2023.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Volkswagen ID Aero concept previews future electric limousine
Design sketches of Volkswagen’s ID Aero concept have been released, giving us a glimpse of the new production saloon set to join the ID electric vehicle family.
// Backing for clean cars ‘effective’
Chief executive says decision to support policies “was well-received by minister” and gives VIA “seat at the table”.
// Penalties in cartel case top $9.7m
Freight-forwarding companies and four individuals associated with them agree settlements with Commerce Commission.
// Triumph Buys OSET Electric Bikes
In 2020 Triumph signalled it was developing off-road motorcycles, and it is also readying an electric road bike for the market.
ONE LINERS
- Lexus admits people don’t like its giant grilles
- BMW crowns winners at Dealer of the Year awards
- Eagers buying back shares on Australian stock exchange
- Bridgestone announces Auckland high school donation
- EV updates, insurance ‘add-on’ opinions, and more: Auto Media Group live weekly wrap
- Watch: Prodrive’s rebuilt 22B is revealed! Zooming with DRIVEN EP93
- ‘Huge demand’ for Street dog e-moped second release
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