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// Video: We check out the Kia EV9
Kia New Zealand has released key details of the electric seven-seat EV9 SUV ahead of its local launch in a few weeks, the new model expected to go on sale early October.
- Stuff Motoring says Supersized six-figure Kia EV makes New Zealand debut video
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// New electrics from Opel and Citroen here now
Local Opel and Citroen dealers now have more electrified offerings in the showroom with the arrival of the Astra and Grandland plug-ins, and the BEV version of the C4.
- Stuff Motoring says Opel and Citroen unleash new plug-ins
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// Opposing parties reiterate plans to scrap Clean Car Discount
With the election fast approaching, two opposing political parties have taken to the Motor Trade Association’s (MTA) debate earlier this…
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// New Photos Reveal Tesla Cybertruck Interior Ambient Lighting Setup
The images were posted on Reddit, revealing light strips on the dash and door panels.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Volvo EM90 teased as brand’s first fully electric people mover
Volvo has given us our first official glimpse of its new fully electric people mover, the EM90, a luxury model…
// Hawke’s Bay BYD dealer gives back to the community following Cyclone Gabrielle
Bayswater Vehicles has stepped in to sponsor the Hawkes Bay Foundation with a new BYD Atto 3 to help the organisation get the community back on its feet following Cyclone Gabrielle in February.
// New chief executive for Rutherford & Bond and King Toyota
Derek Tilyard replaced Hunter Mitchel as the chief executive of Wellington based Rutherford & Bond Toyota and King Toyota at the beginning of July.
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- Volkswagen California camper previewed with concept
- AutoTalk Weekly Wrap – Episode 61
- Whakatane’s first ACDelco store opens in former Holden workshop
- Avanti plots lending growth
- C8 Corvette ‘outstanding’
- A Mercedes Megamix at Hampton Downs
- This Porsche 914 restomod costs an eye-watering $750k
- Mahindra Vision Thar.e unveiled as fully electric 4×4
- Can-Am reveals the ultimate four-wheeled toy, the Maverick R turbo
- Local auctions show how valuable ‘boy racer’ cars have become
- All-new 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV priced for NZ, starts at $139,900
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