HOT TOPIC
// Ford Ranger Platinum set to arrive in 2023
Ford New Zealand has today announced that the new top-of-the-range Ranger Platinum will be going on sale locally mid-next year.
- AutoTalk says Limited edition Ranger Platinum arriving May 2023
HOT TOPIC
// New EV on show at Fieldays
Marques showing off models and accessories as crowds flock to agricultural showcase.
- EVs and Beyond says Video: EVs boost automotive offerings at Fieldays
HOT TOPIC
// GMSV and Chevrolet Racing build concept Silverado ZR2 off-road racer.
GM Specialty Vehicles (GMSV) and Chevrolet Racing have collaborated on building a concept off-road racer providing a preview of the MY23 Silverado 1500 ZR2 launching in Australasia new year.
- AutoCar says Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 Off-Road Racer concept previews upcoming model
- Stuff Motoring says GMSV shows off Silverado Off-Road Racer concept
HOT TOPIC
// Turners Auto Retail optimises Auckland network
Turners Auto Retail Division has announced it is exiting it’s Morrin Road site in Panmure, with the Turners Cars Panmure branch having its last day of operations on Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
- AutoTalk says Turners Auto Retail optimises Auckland network
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Caterpillar shows how to scale up EVs with mammoth mining truck
As automakers aim to produce more electric cars and trucks, Caterpillar has shown that battery-electric powertrains can scale up to something much larger.
IN OTHER NEWS
// De Tomaso P900 is a track-only V12 monster
De Tomaso Automobili recently revealed something rather tasty in the form of its P900 track-only hypercar, complete with a high-revving V12.
// EV battery data use in NZ – study
Power Trip’s new study looking at how EV battery data is being used in New Zealand explains some of the issues.
// Geneva eyes opportunities
Finance company says strong balance sheet has it poised to grab an increase in market share.
// Marque sets ‘lofty’ emissions target
Toyota NZ aims to slash lifetime tailpipe emissions from all new and used vehicles it sells each year.
ONE LINERS
- Check out this awesome all-electric Chev pickup restomod
- Rolls-Royce fires up first hydrogen engine but big problem still grounding technology
- Two years of Waiheke’s electric buses
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
Here’s a couple of recent posts:
- Nismo 400R r33 skyline! Went through auction today and it broke the system because the auction system ran out of zeros
- Customer out test driving cars right now. He has a digital recording device so he can take audio notes
- Who went to AutoTalkLive? Any feedback?
// 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.