HOT TOPIC
// Fully electric Skoda Enyaq confirmed for New Zealand
Skoda New Zealand has confirmed its first fully electric model, the Enyaq, will go on sale locally when it arrives on our shores in 2023.
- EVs and Beyond says Skoda Enyaq EV here next year
HOT TOPIC
// Another Chinese ute to launch in NZ – with electric option
Specialist vehicle importer and distributor BLK Auto is introducing a new range of diesel and electric pickup trucks to Australia and New Zealand,
- AutoCar says JAC T9 electric ute destined for New Zealand
HOT TOPIC
// Marque hails record sales
Suzuki says demand for smaller, efficient vehicles helps set new high for the brand in New Zealand.
- AutoCar says Record sales for Suzuki New Zealand in November
HOT TOPIC
// Stellantis implementing agency model pilot in Europe
Stellantis has announced it will be implementing its new retailer model (agency) in Europe from mid 2023 with the first pilot phase taking place in Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg and The Netherlands.
- AutoTalk says Ford UK chair warns dealers agency model is coming
HOT TOPIC
// Toyota NZ launches pay-as-you-go Mobility service for popular hybrids… and the GR Yaris!
According to many in the global automotive sphere, mobility as a service (MAAS) is the future of the car industry: the idea is that we motorists won’t actually own or lease just one car,
- AutoFile says Mobility trial for Toyota
BEST OF THE REST
// Mercedes-Benz eSprinter van range boosted
The new Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric cargo van will have about 480km range when it is due out in 2023.
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// Kiwi’s with disabilities are 3 times less likely to be employed
The team at Newcoat International have established IN OUR ELEMENT to provide pre-employment skills training, work experience and potential employment opportunities for young adults (16-21) living with mild intellectual disability and/or neuro-diversity, brain injury or other barriers to employment.
In 2023, the Pilot Programme will support up to 24 youths over the year.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Used EV depreciation: Do long-range models hold more value?
In this latest turn, as used EV prices drop, models with a longer driving range per charge appear to have better resale value, according to several pricing experts recently cited.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Toyota New Zealand confirms Yaris Cross GR Sport arrival
Toyota New Zealand has confirmed the Yaris Cross GR Sport hybrid will be coming to the local market early in 2023.
// New CEO for 2 Cheap
Parent company announces permanent appointment after raft of changes for the business this year.
// Lenders go into liquidation
Online finance companies among 10 subsidiaries affected as creditor initiates action against parent company.
ONE LINERS
- BMW starts production of hydrogen fuel-cell iX5
- $291,000 rare sports car a likely write-off after crash
- NZAI appoints DB sales boss as chief executive
- Switzerland considering EV ban amid possible energy shortage
- Audi prices and specifies Kiwi-bound Q4 e-tron SUV
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
A private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.
// Current National New Car Deals
Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.
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