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// Mitsubishi EK X EV likely here
Mitsubishi is seeking feedback on its new EK X EV displayed at the National Fieldays in Mystery Creek, June 14-17.
- Stuff Motoring says Mitsubishi considering selling tiny 3-metre long electric car in NZ
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// More Ranger variants debut at Fieldays
Ford New Zealand has kicked off it’s National Fieldays presence with the local debut of the Ranger Platinum ($88,490) and the Ranger Wildtrak X models ($80,990).
- AutoCar says Ranger Raptor diesel coming to NZ
- AutoFile says Ute gains new engine option
- Driven says Diesel Raptor is back: Ford NZ introduces four new Rangers at Fieldays
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// Hyundai N range gets ‘Nhanced’ custom Paddon performance packages
Hyundai New Zealand is collaborating with Kiwi rally star Hayden Paddon on a new line of custom performance packages.
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// Chinese rival for Tesla Model 3 makes New Zealand debut
The third new model in BYD’s stable of plug-in vehicles has made its first appearance on New Zealand soil, debuting today at Fieldays in Hamilton.
- EVs and Beyond says BYD Seal reveal at Fieldays
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// BMW CE 04 electric motorcycle due here October
BMW Motorrad New Zealand intends introducing the BMW CE 04 electric motorcycle starting in October, priced from $28,490 plus on-road costs (ORC).
- AutoCar says BMW Motorrad launches CE 04 electric scooter
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// 2023 Chevrolet Silverado debuts at Fieldays
General Motors Specialty Vehicles and dealer partner Ebbett GSMV has unveiled the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado at this year’s opening of the National Agricultural Fieldays.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Meet Telo MT1, A Mini Cooper SE-Sized Subcompact Electric Truck
California start-up Telo claims to have the world’s most efficient electric truck, with the capabilities of a mid-size pickup.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Dealers tackle industry on ‘edge of change’
A record turnout of dealers has been confirmed for the Australian Automotive Dealers Association (AADA) Convention and Expo with key themes also having great significance for the New Zealand market
// Utes front and centre at National Fieldays
In spite of the upcoming increase in the Clean Car Fee on July 1, the not so humble 4×4 Ute has been front and centre
// Commissioners appointed
Regulator announces experienced economists are taking on positions for five-year terms.
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