TODAY’S BEST
// Toyota has given the Prius the GR treatment
Of all the cars you would think Toyota would create a Gazoo Racing (GR) performance version of, we doubt the Prius would come to mind.
// LDV and SsangYong distributor sold to Inchcape
The operations of Great Lake Motor Distributors, the company that distributes LDV and SsangYong vehicles in New Zealand has been sold offshore.
// New Skoda Kodiaq teased, PHEV confirmed
Skoda is gearing up to reveal the next generation of the Kodiaq later this year, giving us a sneak peak at the SUV’s stripped back body and confirming the availability of a plug-in hybrid powertrain variant.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Lexus LBX hybrid bows for Europe, doubles down on “self-charging”
The smaller LBX hybrid slots below the UX family, which includes an EV in Europe—and for it Lexus is sticking to the “self-charging” marketing term seen as misleading.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Volkswagen reveals long wheelbase ID. Buzz
Volkswagen has unveiled a long wheelbase version of its fully electric ID. Buzz, giving it more seats, more space for cargo and more range thanks to a bigger battery.
// This is the last Chevrolet Camaro as we know it
The beginning of the end is here, with Chevrolet revealing the last iteration of the iconic Camaro, due to be sent off at the end of the 2024 model year.
// Toyota ramps up electrification
A three-row battery electric SUV will be assembled at Toyota Kentucky starting in 2025.
// Buyers lodge complaint with VTNZ over flooded vehicle
The buyers of a Toyota Hiace have lodged a complaint with VTNZ over a pre-purchase inspection which allegedly gave the vehicle the all-clear when it turned out to have sustained flood damage.
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- Is off-roading more fun when you don’t drive? Jeep showcases autonomous Grand Cherokee EVs
- Supercheap Auto offers reward for return of Heart Kids NZ mascot
- Charity aims to give away 100 rare cars through road safety initiative
- Geely Holding outlines ESG strategy
- Transport minister stood down
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- Tesla Model S Plaid beats Porsche to reclaim Nurburgring record
- Polestar 2 over the air update: now you can watch YouTube in your EV
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