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// GMSV reveals Corvette Z06 in NZ on July 4
To mark US Independence Day, on July 4 GM Speciality Vehicles revealed the first factory-built right-hand drive Corvette Z06 to reach NZ to a select group of media in Auckland.
- AutoCar says Corvette Z06 lands in New Zealand
- Driven says Chevrolet Corvette Z06 touches down in NZ: we see red (because we can’t drive it yet)
- Stuff Motoring says First look: GMSV shows off hot Corvette Z06 in Auckland
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// Tesla Model 3 ‘Project Highland’ spotted testing in NZ
A facelifted version of the Tesla Model 3, known as ‘Project Highland’, has been spotted testing in New Zealand before it goes into mass production later this year.
- EVs and Beyond says Tesla Model 3 Highland prototypes seen in NZ
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// MG4 xPower hot hatch revealed as most powerful MG ever
The MG4 is only several months out from its New Zealand launch, but we’re already getting a taste of what it’s capable of at its best.
// Opel first to start incentive strategy as market dries?
Keeping consumer interest alive in wake of a massive June sales frenzy that some in the new car industry fear could be the last splurge before a drought seems to have sparked an incentive announced today by a market newcomer.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Bespoke, electric: How the first Rolls-Royce EV took form
The prestige luxury brand Rolls-Royce announced in 2021 that it would be going fully electric by 2030.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Spotted: Controversial exotic SUV seen in Auckland
Ferrari is the latest exotic name to join the SUV game, with the Purosangue (pronounced PURR-oh-SAHN-gway – don’t worry, I said it wrong up until today too) debuting last year.
// EMD appoints Chanelle McDonald as new GM – Volkswagen Passenger Cars
The Giltrap Group’s distribution arm, European Motor Distributors, has appointed Chanelle McDonald as its new Volkswagen passenger cars general manager effective August 1, 2023.
// Vehicle arrivals surge in June
A total 27,902 vehicle imports hit the wharves in June which was up 29.4% compared to the previous month.
// Company premiums top $39.3m
Extreme weather events “one of those things” insurance operation will “absorb and grow through”.
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- The Kia Picanto has been given a drastic facelift
- Watch: Chinese EV dumps swappable battery while driving
- Auckland mechanic customers reimbursed for revoked WoFs
- GM NZ and Isuzu Trucks team up to ‘beautify’ regional park
- Alfa Romeo is about to reveal an all-new supercar
- National confirms no support for EV RUC extension
- Tributes flow for vehicle designer
- Women take on top roles
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