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// Lexus LBX: baby SUV will be ‘more accessible’ luxury SUV for New Zealand
Lexus New Zealand says it will be offering customers an “accessible path to owning a luxury vehicle” with its new LBX, an entry-level model set for launch in early 2024.
- AutoCar says Lexus LBX revealed and confirmed for NZ
- AutoTalk says LBX provides new entry-level into Lexus ownership
- Stuff Motoring says Affordable luxury? Lexus unveils new entry-level crossover
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// Transport Minister Wood stood down by Prime Minister
Transport Minister Michael Wood has been stood down by Prime Minister Chris Hipkins after he failed to disclose shares in Auckland International Airport.
- AutoTalk says Transport minster Wood stood down over airport shares
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// Euro 5 and 6 VIA webinar
The Government’s proposal to move to Euro 5 and Euro 6 emissions regimes for new additions to New Zealand’s vehicle fleet is the subject of the Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (VIA) webinar on Tuesday June 13 at 1.30pm-2.30pm.
- AutoFile says Have your say on emissions rule
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// Used imports up year-to-date
Latest figures from Customs reveal fluctuating fortunes for different sectors of the automotive market.
- AutoCar says New car sales lower than expected in May 2023
- AutoCar says Feebates impact market
- AutoTalk says Looming fee increase drives light commercial sales in May
- AutoTalk says Vehicle arrivals up in May
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// Get up close with the Ineos Grenadier at Fieldays
Ineos has confirmed it will display the Grenadier at Fieldays next week, offering Kiwis the chance to get up and close with the rugged four-wheel drive outside of the showroom.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Elon Musk: Tesla Is Happy To License Autopilot, FSD To Other Automakers
The outspoken CEO said that Tesla is also happy to license other technology to rival brands.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Jaguar Land Rover rebrands to JLR
The name Jaguar Land Rover has come to an end as we know it after the carmaker recently unveiled its new corporate identity, dubbed JLR.
// Another carmaker set to launch a ute Down Under
More details pertaining to Kia’s first double-cab ute have emerged from over the ditch,
// Hutt adds more EV chargers
Nearly 40 new EV charging stations have been added in Lower Hutt by the Hutt City Council and Meridian Energy.
// Honoured for green energy
Biodiesel pioneer and EECA board member recognised for research into sustainable energy.
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- Change of distributor for MV Agusta
- Li-ion battery recycling forecast to reach 23.8m tonnes in 20 years
- Australian new car market celebrates best May sales month yet
- Toyota hydrogen generator at Fieldays
- Toyota reeling from damaging data leak, Kiwi customers not affected
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