HOT TOPIC
// Toyota confirms hybrid Hilux for NZ in 2024
Toyota New Zealand has today confirmed that a mild-hybrid Hilux will go on sale locally in early 2024, potentially giving Kiwis a new way to beat the ute tax.
- AutoFile says Hybrid Hilux on horizon
- AutoTalk says Toyota confirms Hilux hybrid arrival in Q1 2024
- Driven says Toyota confirms hybrid Hilux for New Zealand
- Stuff Motoring says Confirmed: Toyota to bring first hybrid ute to NZ next year
HOT TOPIC
// Agency issues key CCD reminders
Waka Kotahi reports high volumes of rebate applications ahead of changes to scheme being introduced.
- AutoCar says Waka Kotahi issues reminders for CCD changes
- AutoTalk says NZTA explains CCD change questions
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// Cadillac set for electric Australasian launch
Cadillac looks set to launch into Australasia with a factory right-hand drive electric SUV EVs and Beyond has been led to believe.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Chevy Silverado EV debuts with monster battery, 450+ mile range for better (or worse?)
But that monster battery also has a few well disguised drawbacks, including putting the truck at a whopping 8500 lbs.
// China’s solar is now at twice the capacity of its coal power – report
Solar is growing at 33.7% year-on-year and is now at twice the capacity of coal power in China, according to a new report.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// New Toyota C-HR breaks cover as hybrid-only model
The covers have officially come off the all-new second generation Toyota C-HR, revealing a hybrid-only compact SUV with a concept-like design.
// Turners among top retailers
Automotive business placed on power list as it increases its share of the used vehicle market.
// BMW has confirmed it’s developing an M5 Touring
We rejoiced when BMW announced it would create an M3 Touring and today we’re rejoicing again with the announcement that it’s developing an M5 Touring.
// Is China’s electric vehicle bubble starting to deflate?
The world’s largest electric-vehicle market is putting its crowded infancy stage behind it.
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- Polestar 2 gets more range, efficiency and performance
- Work needed on vehicle emission standards: MIA and VIA
- Cybertruck in NZ
- Aston Martin accelerates EV plans
- Vero gender-neutral on car insurance
- BYD to return to Fieldays in 2024
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