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// AutoTalk Live: Is there life after the CCCFA amendments?
Financial Services Federation (FSF) executive director Lyn McMorran told delegates at AutoTalk Live that they should be aware that there are more changes coming to the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) in the new year.
- AutoTalk says AutoTalk Live: Using Trade Me to benefit your dealership
- AutoTalk says AutoTalk Live: EV chargers create opportunities for dealers
- AutoTalk says AutoTalk Live: Dealers need to own and manage their data
- AutoTalk says AutoTalk Live: How TikTok and social media can bring in customers
- AutoTalk says AutoTalk Live: Dealers must focus on controlling cost in 2023
- AutoTalk says AutoTalk Live: Bridges says practical emissions reduction policy needed
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// Tesla Model 3 recalled in Australia over seat belt issue
One of the country’s most popular electric cars has been recalled in Australia over a potential…
// New Euro 7 standards proposed include EVs
The European Commission wants to reduce air pollution from new motor vehicles sold in the European Union (EU) to meet the European Green Deal’s zero-pollution ambition, while keeping vehicles affordable for consumers and promoting Europe’s competitiveness.
// Mazda and Nissan both drop targets
Two Japanese heavy hitters, Mazda and Nissan, have both confirmed reductions to annual targets due to supply shortages and global inflation.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Tesla Reportedly Cancels Multiple Solar Projects, Potential Downsizing
CEO Elon Musk has made it clear he thinks we are in for financial catastrophe in the years ahead, so perhaps he’s making plans.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Mercedes-AMG One is now the fastest production car to lap the Nürburgring
There’s a new Ring king as the Mercedes-AMG One has rounded the Nürburgring faster than any other production car before…
// Issues for freight on horizon
Strategy to reduce carbon intensity of international shipping will push up costs.
// Rivian has lost $2.8 billion in three months
Electric vehicle maker Rivian continues to face financial woes following the release of its third quarter financial results for 2022,…
// Off-road Porsche 911 will be revealed next week
Porsche is set to reveal an off-road variant of its most popular sports car, dubbed the 911 Dakar. There has…
// Audi NZ confirm new electric Q8 twins on their way
Audi is building on the success story of the all-electric Audi e-tron with the introduction of the new Audi Q8 e-tron and SQ8 e-tron Sportback.
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- SIXT car rentals coming to Dunedin
- Aston Martin debuts new track-only superbike
- ANCAP to expand vehicle safety focus, includes trucks and bikes
- New Indian FTR Sport and Challenger Elite models
- Honda Transalp Nameplate Rides Again
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// Current National New Car Deals
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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder
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