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// Toyota profit falls 42 per cent amid rising costs and supply constraints
Toyota Motor Corporation is feeling the effects of rising costs and supply constraints, with profit falling by a worse-than-expected 42…
- AutoTalk says Toyota confirms significant profit losses in latest quarter
- Stuff Motoring says Toyota profit down as chips shortage keeps customers waiting
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BEST OF THE REST
// Next-gen Audi RS 6 will be a plug-in hybrid
Audi has confirmed its RS 6 superwagon will have one more generation with a combustion engine before everything turns to volts.
// Winger on the hunt for group general manager
Winger Motors in the process of recruiting a new group general manager based in Auckland.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// All-new Electric Jeep Caught Undisguised in Europe
There’s a lot we don’t know about Stellantis’ upcoming, all-electric Jeep that’s set to debut in 2023.
// 30 Million EV Battery Packs In 2027?
There are expected to be about 10 million EV battery packs shipped in 2022 globally, according to research firm Juniper Research. The company forecasts that number will rise to 30 million in 2027.
IN OTHER NEWS
// New Nissan Z lands in Australia
Nissan’s latest two-seat Z has finally landed on the Australasian continent, bringing with it twin-turbocharged performance.
// 2 Cheap update, ute sales about to boom? Auto Media Group live weekly wrap
Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.
// Used-car imports hit low
Monthly tally worst of the year for used cars while the new sector holds steady.
// Kia Niro Plus range brings added space and value
Kia New Zealand is taking hold of the clean-car initiative by introducing its up-sized Kia Niro Plus electrified model lineup…
// Chevrolet to expand Corvette family with electric sedan and SUV
Chevrolet has a real hit on its hands with the C8 Corvette, earning praise around the world and posting strong sales, in spite of Covid, GM strikes, and supply issues.
// Fixing lending rules taking ‘too long’
Industry group gives cautious welcome to latest CCCFA proposals but is disappointed at the timeframe to address problems.
// GM petitions government to remove steering wheel
General Motors is petitioning US safety regulators to give the green light to a car without a steering wheel.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
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// Current National New Car Deals
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// 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.