HOT TOPIC
// Survey suggests Kiwis don’t support an ICE ban
According to a survey conducted by electric carmaker Polestar, the majority of Kiwis do not support a proposed ban on new petrol and diesel-powered vehicles within the next ten years.
- AutoFile says Kiwis show low support for ICE ban
HOT TOPIC
// You can now rent a BYD Atto 3 in NZ
Europcar New Zealand has secured the exclusive rights to offer the ever-so popular BYD Atto 3 as a rental vehicle at its airport locations.
- EVs and Beyond says Europcar NZ offers BYD Atto 3
HOT TOPIC
// Mitsubishi updates the ASX with a French face
Mitsubishi has updated the ASX crossover with a distinctly French look. There’s a good reason for that – the ASX is now a rebadged Renault Captur, at least for Europe.
- AutoTalk says Future of Mitsubishi ASX in question following unveiling
HOT TOPIC
// At long last, Volkswagen confirms local ID. pricing
Volkswagen is finally bringing the all-electric ID. range to New Zealand, starting with the ID.4 SUV and ID.5 coupe-SUV. Interestingly, there’s no mention of the ID.3 hatchback.
- AutoTalk says Volkswagen prices ID.4 underneath Clean Car threshold
- Driven says Kiwi prices for VW’s ID.4 EV announced: yes, you can have that $8625 rebate
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BEST OF THE REST
// Mercedes-Benz introduces first electric vans locally
Mercedes-Benz Vans has just introduced its first fully electric vans to the local market, the eVito Panel Van and eVito Tourer.
// Uber to phase out internal combustion cars by 2030
The CEO of leading ride-share company Uber has confirmed that the firm plans to bar its drivers from operating on the app with internal combustion engine vehicles by 2030 in the US.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Ram promises electric pickup lineup that will challenge Ford and Rivian in range and beyond
Ram Trucks is quickly falling behind as automakers like Ford and Rivian are already scaling production of their highly anticipated electric pickup trucks.
IN OTHER NEWS
// New look for 3 Series
BMW NZ reveals four variants will soon be hitting the market with pricing starting at $86k.
// Decision close on US rules for AVs
Ford and General Motors are waiting to learn whether they will gain exemptions to use self-driving features.
// Drive to dump cobalt from EVs
Cost and labour concerns prompt marques and government officials to focus on batteries that don’t use rare earth mineral.
ONE LINERS
- KTM massages 890 Adventure R
- First Volta Zero drives off Austrian production line
- Online listing of fake certification plates removed after NZTA intervention
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.