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// The ID Aero is Volkswagen’s first fully-electric sedan
Last week, Volkswagen teased its first-ever fully-electric sedan with a variety of concept design sketches but has since been revealed to the public at a world premiere in China. The future model adds to Volkswagen’s ID range of electric vehicles, bringing with it a new focus on aerodynamics.
- Stuff Motoring says Volkswagen shows off ID. Aero concept
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// VINZ boss Sean Stevens resigns
Vehicle Inspection NZ (VINZ) chief executive Sean Stevens is stepping down following seven years with the organization.
- AutoFile says CEO of VINZ resigns
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// Tesla’s new car factories losing money says Musk
Tesla’s new car factories in Berlin and Texas are reportedly “losing billions of dollars” as they struggle to increase production due to worldwide supply chain shortages, according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
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// Toyota US EV battery recycling project could go global
Toyota Motor North America says it’s on a mission to create a sustainable, closed-loop battery ecosystem for its electrified powertrains.
- Stuff Motoring says Toyota plans ‘circular ecosystem’ for recycling EV batteries
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// Fourth Fabia Fronts
The smallest Skoda returns in fourth-generation guise and this time it’s not only more grown-up but it also looks sharp, a change from the three previous generations. It goes hard too in its initial high spec, sporty Monte Carlo format. A fab Fabia then?
// BMW M reveals all-new 3.0 CSL Hommage
If you are familiar with BMW’s M division, then you’d likely be aware of the 3.0 CSL, which is not only one of the first but is still one of the most iconic BMW performance cars of all time.
// Untamed, Resolute, and Untold: New Mini Edition models coming to NZ
Mini’s new Edition models are coming to New Zealand, and they’re set to land in the country later this year.
// Do used EVs need mechanical breakdown insurance?
The answer to this question is… YES definitely.
// All-new Hyundai Pavise revealed
Hyundai New Zealand announced it will launch a mid-duty truck known as the Hyundai Pavise, in New Zealand next month.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Aptera announces two new supply agreements to bring its flagship SEV to serial production
Following news of a strategic deal for electric motors announced last week, Aptera Motors has announced an additional agreement to receive lithium-ion battery cells from EVE Energy
// Tesla Megapacks are about to replace Hawaii’s last remaining coal plant
Tesla Megapacks are on their way to Hawaii in order to create a giant new energy storage system that is about to replace the state’s last remaining coal power plant.
IN OTHER NEWS
// NZ police consider EVs, while their dogs get new rides too
While discussing the imminent arrival of Skoda’s Enyaq iV in New Zealand, local boss Rodney Gillard has also confirmed that the police are considering adding the EV to the fleet.
// EVs part of Tech22 Tour
New Zealand’s Tech22 Tour in Auckland June 29 and 30 should become a gateway for students to get into tech careers, says NZTech chief executive Graeme Muller.
// UK requires ‘random delay’ for new EV chargers sold from June 30
Every new EV charger sold from June 30 in the United Kingdom will have a “random delay” of up to 10 minutes whenever an EV starts to charge.
// Japanese used-car prices rise amid yen’s decline
A weakening Japanese yen is causing the price of used cars from the region to rise, impacting markets reliant on the nation’s used-car supply.
// European Motor Distributors team earns “world class” prize
European Motor Distributors’ customer engagement team has been crowned the Experience Maker Team of the Year in the Asia Pacific region,
// Revival in coastal shipping
Government co-funding of $30 million among factors to boost interest in services between ports.
// Mazda NZ hails cleaner factories push
Company highlights its own efforts to help the environment as marque reveals its global carbon-neutral targets.
ONE LINERS
- Mercedes-Benz Trucks to showcase long-haul eActros
- Turners Group honours dealers at annual awards
- New company lets EV owners add public charging fees to monthly power bill
- Vehicle imports jump past $10b mark
- McMurtry Spéirling breaks Goodwood Hillclimb record, road car planned
- ‘EV Pride Day’ for Waiheke Island
- Gull acquisition gets OIO green light
- Ford backs Rally New Zealand
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