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// Ford’s Heritage Edition Bronco is the coolest off-roader we can’t buy
Though the Ford Bronco has never been sold in New Zealand, we’re well aware of its prominence as one of the coolest off-roaders to ever be. And the latest one only builds on this heritage.
- AutoCar says Ford adds Heritage to its new Bronco
HOT TOPIC
// Conversion the answer to lack of EV utes?
The chief emitters on both sides of the Tasman right now are diesel-powered utes and SUVs, and while electrification is coming…
- Stuff Motoring says Aussie-built electric ute on the cards thanks to startup
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BEST OF THE REST
// Hybrid for Hilux before Ranger?
The next-generation Toyota Hilux will almost certainly get hybrid power when it moves to the same platform as the US-market Tacoma.
// Get EV charging infrastructure right
An EV flood is expected, so New Zealand needs to work on its charging infrastructure to avoid problems.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV Rendering Shows Future EV Flagship
Mercedes-Benz has already confirmed that it plans to put Maybach badges on some of its most exclusive EQ electric vehicles,
// Wireless EV Charging Update: Siemens & MAHLE Team Up
Wireless EV charging has been a fun topic for as long as I’ve been writing about electric cars (more than a decade).
IN OTHER NEWS
// Methodical thieves steal Subaru WRX STI from Auckland dealer
An Auckland dealership specialising in performance cars is on the hunt for a white Subaru WRX STI that was stolen earlier this week.
// Mixed financial fortunes for Hyundai, Kia, Mazda
Hyundai Motors and Kia appear set to report significant financial wins at the close of its latest financial year, while on the other side of the isle Mazda has confirmed losses in its first quarter.
// Battery giants, Hyundai concerned by U.S. moves on China supplies
A battery pack being installed in a Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric vehicle on the production line at the company’s plant in Ulsan, South Korea.
// New vehicle emissions trending down locally
Good news out of Waka Kotahi is that new vehicles sold in New Zealand this year are cleaner than those…
// Mercedes-Benz prices first plug-in C-Class
The plug-in hybrid Mercedes-Benz C 350 e has been priced locally, becoming the most powerful C-Class in New Zealand before the high-performance AMG variants arrive.
ONE LINERS
- Priceless metal set to cross the auction block at upcoming Webbs auction
- AutoTalk conference launch, NZAI updates: Auto Media Group live weekly wrap
- Watch: Ford axes the Fiesta ST in NZ! Zooming with DRIVEN EP98
- The Good Oil: Did Suzuki invent the ‘lifestyle’ SUV?
- Is Triumph’s Tiger 1200 The Total Tourer?
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
Many of today’s topics are being discussed in the NZ Car Dealers private Facebook group. Check out what industry people have to say.
// 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.