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July 21st, 2022

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// Kia announces pricing for hybrid and electric Niro line-up

Kia New Zealand has confirmed a 10-model Niro line-up for the local market, including pricing. The line-up is split into three powertrain options; hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and EV, and four trim levels.

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// 2024 Chevrolet Blazer electric SUV revealed

The latest car in General Motors’ ever expanding EV portfolio is the new Chevrolet Blazer.

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// Confirmed: Motorsport to cease at Pukekohe Raceway in 2023

It has been confirmed that all motorsport activity at Pukekohe Park Raceway will come to an end next year.

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// Sena blames poor company performance on move to replace directors

New Zealand Automotive Investments Limited (NZAI) co-founder and major shareholder David Sena today claims per performance is behind moves to replace the majority of the company’s board.

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// Ford issues fire risk recall for Escape PHEV

Ford’s local arm has issued a recall for selected Escape models regarding a mechanical issue that can cause engines to fail and potential increased fire risk. The recall concerns 2019-’22 model year Escapes fitted with the 2.5-liter plug-in hybrid powertrain.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Electric Boats Will Be A $16.6 Billion Market By 2031

Allied Market Research recently published a report outlining the growth of the electric and hybrid boat market, and they’re predicting a massive, 12.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR).

// How solid-state EV batteries could cut emissions by up to 39%

Solid state batteries have the potential to reduce the carbon footprint of EV batteries by up to 39% compared with liquid lithium-ion batteries,

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// MV Agusta: Three Hard Core RC models

Italian bike maker, MV Agusta, has unveiled its Reparto Corse motorcycle art trio, comprising the Turismo Veloce, Dragster, and F3. All are limited edition collectibles.

// EV breakdown service grows

AA expands specialised fleet in response to higher uptake of low-emissions models. The AA has launched two electric-vehicle (EV) charging Roadservice vans in Auckland to build on the success of helping motorists in in zero and low-emissions cars in Wellington.

// GM’s Mary Barra talks electric vehicles and the future

The economy is a bit wobbly, but General Motors CEO Mary Barra isn’t backing off of an audacious prediction: By the middle of this decade, her company will sell more electric vehicles in the U.S. than Tesla, the global sales leader.

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July 21st, 20222022-07-20T23:29:52+12:00

July 20th, 2022

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// Trucking toward lower emissions

Fonterra has its first electric milk tanker called “Milk-E”. It operates on battery-swap technology, meaning just a few minutes’ downtime to swap batteries which can be charged at off-peak times,

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// Mass board exodus at 2 Cheap

Shares of parent company put in brief trading halt following raft of resignations over deteriorating boardroom relations.

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// Raptor R: Ford brings the fight to Ram by revealing 700hp Shelby-powered F-150

Despite the rising cost of fuel, and the rise in popularity of electric power in the automotive world, American brands don’t seem to be too fazed, as they’re pushing on with insane supercharged V8-powered vehicles.

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// Geneva Finance celebrate 22% profit jump

Geneva Finance has released its financial report for the financial year ended March 31, 2022, confirming a 22% year-on-year profit.

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// Hyundai electric ute could be on the horizon

Hyundai could be the next manufacturer to add an electric ute to its development plans, with comments made to Australian press seemingly confirming that a Korean plug-in pick-up is on the company’s radar.

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// Australian group buys leading Auckland BMW dealerships

Australia’s Autosports Group Ltd has acquired three New Zealand dealerships as part of an AU$63.6m ($70.4m) purchase.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Lotus completes billion dollar factory in China, rolls first all-electric Eletre off assembly line

Sport and racing car manufacturer Lotus Cars announced it has officially completed its $1.2 billion production facility in Wuhan, China where several of the company’s future BEVs will be built.

// A 5-minute EV charging startup raises $59 million

A Cambridge University professor’s ultrafast EV battery startup has raised $59 million in Series B funding.

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// Baby Jeep EV leaked

Images of an upcoming Jeep model have been leaked ahead of its official debut in October. Earlier this year, a series of images of the compact SUV were released by Jeep which confirmed that the new model will launch at some point in 2023.

// ‘Serious concerns’ over plan to ban new petrol cars by 2035 in Canberra

A plan to ban new petrol cars in the ACT by 2035 has raised concerns that the move will create some big problems for many residents.

// Environmental activists deflating SUV tyres worldwide, including New Zealand

An environmental activist group known as The Tyre Extinguishers has been causing havoc amongst innocent motorists all over the world by deflating their tyres in an act of protest.

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July 20th, 20222022-07-19T23:44:05+12:00

July 19th, 2022

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// Peugeot Partner van arrives in New Zealand

Peugeot New Zealand has introduced a new offering to the commercial vehicle market, with the arrival of the Partner. This is a smaller alternative to Expert van …

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// ANCAP to implement car flood testing from next year

The Australian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) is set to introduce a series of new test regimes next year designed to find whether vehicles have any safety shortcomings in the event of a flood.

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// Next-gen Honda CR-V debuts in North America

Honda’s updated CR-V has been unveiled on the other side of the world for the North American market, with a New Zealand launch expected to follow.

// Hyundai’s upcoming ute will be all-electric

Hyundai is all but confirmed to be working on a second ute, following the North American Santa Cruz, and it won’t be combustion-powered.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Polestar 3 Pricing Revealed — Are You Sitting Down?

Polestar, the all-electric brand from Volvo Cars (well, the Polestar 1 is a plug-in hybrid but everything else will be fully electric), is taking direct aim at the Porsche Cayenne in its bid to become a major manufacturer of electric automobiles.

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// Nio sedan spotted testing in NZ

Chinese EV brand Nio appears to be testing its upcoming electric sports sedan in New Zealand, not unusual for this time of year.

// Aston Martin considering range of options for first EV partnership

Aston Martin is reportedly in talks with multiple other carmakers to partner up for its first fully electric vehicle.

// Safety ratings warning

Industry association reinforces message from Waka Kotahi about using correct information in advertising.

// Road car gets racing revamp

Lessons learnt through motorsport developments help influence Toyota’s newest sports model for the streets.

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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July 19th, 20222022-07-18T22:19:23+12:00

July 18th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Hyundai N goes electric with wild, sideways concepts

Following on from the debut of its sleek Ioniq 6, Hyundai has unveiled the model’s first N variant in concept form, alongside a stunning two-door coupe retro concept.

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// Toyota GR86 available in NZ from September

Toyota’s entry-level sports car is making its return to New Zealand in the form of the GR86. Toyota Gazoo…

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// Mitsubishi trials NZ’s first-ever PHEV-to-home power transfer

If you think of the family car as a machine that simply consumes power, think again!

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// Geely launch Radar RD6 electric ute

Chinese car giant Geely recently announced their new sub-brand called Radar Auto, which revealed its all-new RD6 dual-cab electric ute this week.

// BMW set to offer a Netflix-like subscription model for features

The world of microtransactions is coming to a car near you. BMW is planning to charge monthly subscriptions for certain tech and luxury features in its cars.

// Auckland Dealer ordered to take back Audi, payback customer

An Auckland-based car dealer has had to pay back a customer $29,990 following mechanical issues they encountered with a 2011 Audi A7 Sportback they purchased from the dealer in October of last year.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// 1,500 Tesla Powerwall owners have already joined the new virtual power plant in California

PG&E announced that more than 1,500 Tesla Powerwall owners have already decided to joined the new virtual power plant

// Biden administration announces $56 million for US solar manufacturing

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced $56 million in funding to boost US solar manufacturing and recycling.

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// Toyota’s Japan flagship Crown car to debut on global markets video

Toyota’s flagship model in Japan, the Crown, is going on sale around the world for the first time, but is it coming here?

// Isuzu D-Max recalled over roller shutter issue

Isuzu New Zealand has issued a recall for its flagship double-cab ute, the D-Max X-Terrain, regarding…

// Mercedes-Benz vans, utes recalled locally

Mercedes-Benz has issued two fresh recalls for two models in its commercial division; the X-Class ute and the Sprinter van.

// New dealership opens

Next-generation Ford Ranger to be star of launch night for Rotorua business.

// Points for electric drives

AA Smartfuel partnership with ChargeNet for benefits to EV owners.

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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July 18th, 20222022-07-17T20:41:08+12:00

July 15th, 2022

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// Video: Hyundai Ioniq 6 ‘Electrified Streamliner’ debuts

Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 range, which includes a long-range variant with a 77.4kWh battery producing a claimed 610km range (WLTP), is expected to begin production later this year.

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// AA mobile EV charging service comes to Auckland

After a successful pilot programme in Wellington, the New Zealand Automobile Association (AA) has launched two road service vans in Auckland which can recharge stranded electric vehicles belonging to its members.

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// Fees for traders increasing

Government overhauls charges and tribunal levy to ensure sustainable funding of services. Fees for motor vehicle traders are changing from August 1 and will result in companies having to fork out nearly twice as much as individual dealers to register their operations.

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// Mitsubishi NZ trials car-to-home power transfer

If you think of the family car as a machine that simply consumes power, think again! Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has set out to trial vehicle-to-house power as they feel the technology for electric vehicles to provide power for our homes is just around the corner.

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// Thrills around every corner with the new Toyota GR86

Toyota’s little sportscar, the 86, is getting a rebadge and Toyota Gazoo Racing upgrade to the GR86 and will be available in New Zealand from September.

// Hamilton EV dealer to pay misled customer $24,000

A plug-in vehicle specialist dealership in Hamilton has been ordered by the Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal to pay a customer $24,045 after engaging in “misleading conduct”.

// Minister told national EV charging strategy needed urgently

Drive Electric members have told transport minister Michael Wood that plans for a national EV charging strategy need to be accelerated in parallel with the growth of the national electric fleet, as 20% of new vehicles sold every month now have a plug.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Geely Unveils Radar Auto RD6 Electric Pickup, May Bring It To US

China’s Zhejiang Geely Holding Group has launched its first all-electric pickup under a new electric outdoors lifestyle vehicle brand called Radar Auto.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Video: Tesla Model S Plaid outguns on drag strip

A Tesla Model S Plaid has put paid to the opposition on a US drag strip. It’s shown thrashing a Fox-Body Ford Mustang and a Chev Corvette ZR1 in a drag racing video from the Drag Racing and Car Stuff YouTube channel.

// BMW reveals pricing for new X7

Mild hybrid technology and 23-inch light-alloy wheels on sports activity vehicles to be firsts for marque’s New Zealand customers.

// Giltrap company wins top award

EMD recognized for complete restructuring of traditional digital and brand marketing teams.

// All-new 2023 Honda CR-V receives hybrid power and new looks

The new Honda CR-V has been revealed in the US, giving us a look at what we can expect to see from the next-generation model when it gets released locally next year.

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July 15th, 20222022-07-14T23:43:14+12:00

July 14th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// BYD Atto 3 available to test drive this month

BYD Atto 3 has officially landed in New Zealand with the first shipment of dealer demonstrators arriving at the Port of Auckland.

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// Ford aims for electric Maverick and Ranger utes

Ford has filed for trademarks for electric versions of its smaller Maverick and Ranger pickup trucks, possibly to be called the Maverick Lightning and Ranger Lightning, like its F-150 Lightning.

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// First road-ready Rimac Nevera rolls off the production line

After five years of development and testing, a production version of the Rimac Nevera has finally rolled off the factory floor.

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// Job cuts for Rivian employees, confirms CEO

Electric car brand Rivian has been facing issues lately, with a 2021 fourth-quarter loss of $3.4 billion due to production issues, triggering a sharp fall in its share price.

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// It’s official, electric cars are no longer niche

Adoption rates for electric cars have moved past 5 percent in the US, Europe, and China, meaning EVs are no longer considered niche in these countries.

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// Luxury sedan hits NZ

Audi reveals new vehicle offering high performance will have a limited run in the Kiwi market.

// Triumph electric motorbike prototype completes tests

Project Triumph TE-1 final prototype testing has been completed. The TE-1 prototype has 161km range, gets to 96.5km/h (60mph) in 3.6 seconds, and can recharge from zero to 80% in 20 minutes, says Triumph.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// US: Jeep Wrangler 4xe Remains The Top PHEV In Q2 2022

Stellantis reports 408,521 vehicle sales in the US during the second quarter of 2022, which is 16% less than a year ago.

// Volvo Cars Withdraws From EU Automakers Organization

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association was formed in 1991 to allow European vehicle manufacturers to present a common voice to governments and regulators.

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// JAC battery-powered trucks coming here

Specialist vehicle importer and distributor BLK Auto NZ is registering the first JAC battery-powered trucks with trials set to begin Auckland.

// Sodium-ion batteries on EV horizon

Abundant cheap sodium is being touted as a promising candidate for new battery technology that may eventually power EVs and store solar energy.

// ChargeNet joins AA SmartFuel loyalty programme

ChargeNet has become New Zealand’s first public electric vehicle charging network to partner with a loyalty programme.

// Giltrap Group company wins global Adobe award

The New Zealand Volkswagen Group importer, European Motor Distributors, which is a member of the Giltrap Group has won a global Experience Maker Award from Adobe.

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// Current National New Car Deals

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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July 14th, 20222022-07-13T21:54:33+12:00

July 11th, 2022

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// The Wolf is back, VW launches Amarok globally

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles launched the all-new Amarok to global markets on July 7 and New Zealand buyers can register their interest with a local dealer for vehicle delivery in 2023.

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// Honda celebrating Civic’s 50th birthday with Mugen equipped special edition

This year, the Civic celebrates its 50th anniversary having sold over 27.5 million models across 170 countries

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// BYD beats Tesla in global EV sales for first half of 2022

BYD has taken the lead in global EV global sales for the first half of 2022, overtaking Tesla.

// Toyota Land Cruiser to become a victim of CO2 cuts

Toyota New Zealand can’t currently get enough Land Cruiser 300s, but it really doesn’t want them anymore.

// Suzuki’s new S-Cross lands

While it may not be all-new, the latest Suzuki S-Cross sure looks better.

// All of the vehicles available in 2022 with a manual transmission – NZ edition

ICE-powered vehicles are slowly being legislated out of existence,

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Peugeot Launches E-Expert Hydrogen Fuel Cell Van

Peugeot has just revealed its E-Expert Hydrogen, the first hydrogen fuel cell van available today.

// Tesla Full Self Driving Beta: 5 Strikes, You’re Out!

I thought I had written my last article on FSD Beta until I got access again. However, with almost 300 comments on my last article, I need to supply some context and rebut some of the comments.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Mercedes-AMG enters a new era

AMG has just given birth to its first battery-electric vehicle. No, really, and it’s available here now.

// Decision on merger drags out

Regulator seeks submissions from THL, Apollo, and interested parties on deal.

// Two decades of service

Autofile Online chats to David Vinsen about life as chief executive of VIA

// The Insider: Steve Kenchington on why automakers need a purpose

Jaguar Land Rover CEO, Steve Kenchington, discusses the need for modern automotive brands to do more than just ‘sell a car’ – they need a purpose.

// Carmakers start to starve ICE models out of existence

The big money carmakers are pouring into EVs has to come from somewhere, and It’s going to be at the expense of ICE vehicles.

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// Current National New Car Deals

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.

July 11th, 20222022-07-10T21:36:16+12:00

July 8th, 2022

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// LDV confirms price for NZ’s first fully electric ute

Following a surprise debut earlier this year, LDV has announced opening pricing for its fully electric eT60 pick-up; the first EV ute confirmed for the New Zealand market. The eT60 will be priced from $79,990, including GST and on-road costs.

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// Subaru’s first full electric vehicle has landed in NZ

Subaru has ramped up its journey of ‘global environment preservation’ with the upcoming launch of its all-new Solterra SUV, with an unveiling at Waiheke for a first look of what this all-electric AWD vehicle has to offer (albeit in left-hand drive).

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// Gaps in South Island EV charging infrastructure to be filled

The New Zealand government announced today that key gaps in the South Island’s public EV charging network will be filled with support from the Low Emissions Transport Fund (LETF).

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// Air pollution from cars killing thousands of NZers yearly: study

In findings which have startled scientists, new data shows car pollution is killing thousands of New Zealanders each year and costing the country billions of dollars.

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// Inspectors checking car labels

EECA’s compliance team is visiting dealerships to ensure emissions and energy economy labels are being displayed.

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// MIA calls for stricter exhaust emission standards

Motor Industry Association principal technical advisor Mark Stockdale says he would support adopting stricter exhaust emission standards in New Zealand in order to improve the country’s air quality and reduce pollution.

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// Volvo Trucks Australia begins sales of electric range

Volvo Trucks Australia is beginning the first customer sales of its all-electric medium-duty truck range.

// Videos to help inspectors

Transport agency releases guides as part of improving its vehicle inspection requirements manuals.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Rivian R1S review and 1st drive: The best SUV ever made?

One simple fact is going to tell you more than all of the Rivian R1S Review words, images, and video below: I’m in line to buy a Rivian R1S, and after a few days on and off the roads of upstate NY, I’m more excited than ever to get my hands on it.

// What does sustainable lithium mining look like?

Lithium is a vital component of EV batteries, and Winnipeg, Canada-headquartered Snow Lake Lithium says it’s committed to operating a fully renewable and sustainable lithium mine.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Audi S8 luxury sports sedan arrives in New Zealand

A limited number of high-performance Audi S8 luxury sedans are making their way to our shores, complete with 420kW of V8 power.

// EV Torque – Aussie Aussie Aussie

Australia has been late to the EV party. It’s been said that former Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, was wedded to coal

// Peugeot NZ willing to pay for a year’s worth of fuel

Peugeot NZ is so confident about the efficiency of its latest range that it has decided to pay your fuel bill for 12 months

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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// Current National New Car Deals

ADDED THIS WEEK

CITROEN

  • During July, receive 1 year of free fuel with the purchase of any Citroën PureTech petrol model.

HAVAL

  • JOLION PREMIUM FROM $29,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
  • H6 PREMIUM FROM $35,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
  • UTE CANNON-L 4X2 AUTO FROM $41,490 SRRP INC GST + ORC

HONDA

  • Get into your new CR-V with 3.9% Finance across the range.

JEEP

  • Pre-registered/plated Jeep Gladiator Overland models – $82,990. Includes tonneau cover, cargo group and bedliner as well as registration.

MITSUBISHI

  • Pajero Sport Black Edition $61,990 +ORC

TOYOTA

  • Toyota Certified Offer- Right now, get 3 years warranty, 3 years AA road service, and 3 years free WoF checks on any Toyota Certified used car.

REMOVED THIS WEEK

AUDI

  • Earn up to 1,000 Airpoints Dollars™ when buying a new Audi Q5, or 500 when buying a new Audi A1 Sportback.

BMW

  • For a limited time, drive away in a BMW X1 at 0% interest with 3 payments across 2 years.

HAVAL

  • JOLION PREMIUM FROM $28,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
  • H6 PREMIUM FROM $34,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
  • UTE CANNON-L 4X2 AUTO FROM $40,490 SRRP INC GST + ORC

ISUZU

  • Isuzu D-Max 7.9% p.a. finance offer

MITSUBISHI

  • Pajero Sport $59,990 +ORC

RANGE ROVER

  • LIMITED EDITION – DISCOVERY METROPOLITAN

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

July 8th, 20222022-07-07T23:33:15+12:00

July 7th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Hyundai teases new high-performance sports car

Hyundai has announced the future of its N performance car range in a recent post on social media outlining the debut of an all-new sports car that will be revealed on July 15, dubbed “N Day”.

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HOT TOPIC

// Geely electric ute teased

Geely Group has posted teaser photos on Twitter of its first electric dual cab ute, the model named “Radar” expected to be sold later this year under the Geely name.

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HOT TOPIC

// Sol Searching – Subaru’s First EV Revealed

Subaru is set to launch its first fully electric vehicle next year, as you will probably be aware.

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HOT TOPIC

// Vehicle arrivals see sharp decline

Vehicle imports are down 29.3% year-on-year with a total of 21,197 arrivals hitting the wharves in June compared to 29,991 in the same period last year.

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// Mahindra launches the all-new Scorpio-N, announces NZ arrival for 2023

This allows the All-New Scorpio-N to elevate existing segment benchmarks across all critical parameters: performance, capabilities, technology, sophistication, ride and handling, NVH, interiors and appearance.

// European supercar manufacturers exempt from stricter CO2 targets until 2035

Last week, the European Union agreed to move forward with their proposal to ban the sale of new internal combustion powered vehicles from 2035 but have agreed to give low-volume manufacturers some

// Robot trucks herald era of driverless big rigs

After lumbering through a gravel parking lot like a big blue bull, one of Aurora Innovation Inc.’s self-driving truck prototypes took a wide right turn onto a frontage road near Dallas.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Fisker asks extra $5,000 nonrefundable deposit from its Ocean reservation holders

Fisker is asking its Ocean reservation holders to shell out an extra $5,000 in a nonrefundable deposit for a “pre-order” when holders have already made a reservation with a deposit for the Ocean electric SUV.

// UK Plugin EV Share At 22%, Tesla Model Y Overall Runner Up

June saw plugin electric vehicles take 21.6% market share in the UK, up from 17.2% YoY. This despite a temporary availability shortfall, stemming from pauses at Tesla Shanghai.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Former F1 star’s priceless Porsche 959 S returns to factory for overhaul

In the automotive world, there are a handful of road cars that are regarded as living legends. These are cars like the McLaren F1, the Ferrari F40, and Porsche’s iconic 959.

// Goscoot is Horwin’s NZ electric two-wheeler dealer

Electric motorcycle and electric scooter manufacturer Horwin makes its New Zealand debut, with Goscoot

// Toyota welcomes Corolla Cross to SUV line-up

Toyota New Zealand has confirmed that the Corolla Cross, the latest addition to its SUV line-up, will arrive in local showrooms before the end of the year.

// Ford is working on an extended Ranger, but not for us

Ford has been spied working on an extended-wheelbase Ranger, but it looks like another American forbidden fruit not destined to make it to our neck of the woods.

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HELPFUL RESOURCES

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Many of today’s topics are being discussed in the NZ Car Dealers private Facebook group. Check out what industry people have to say.

// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.

July 7th, 20222022-07-06T23:07:59+12:00

July 6th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota Corolla goes hybrid-only in New Zealand

Toyota New Zealand has announced two major changes to the local range of the most popular car in the world – the Corolla.

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HOT TOPIC

// Fuel-label warning for dealers

Industry association urges dealers to make sure cars on their yard are showing the latest emissions figures after clean car problems.

// More on this 

HOT TOPIC

// Vinsen: Govt should delay Clean Car Standard amid rebate challenges

Complications detailed this week regarding the Clean Car Discount underline why it is important for the government to consider delaying its planned rollout of the Clean Car Standard, says Imported Motor Vehicle Industry Association (VIA) chief executive David Vinsen.

// More on this 

HOT TOPIC

// Covid hits finance company

Release of Geneva’s annual report delayed due to impact of coronavirus on finance team and auditors.

// More on this 

HOT TOPIC

// New car market ‘weakening’ as cost of living rises

The Motor Industry Association’s principal technical advisor, Mark Stockdale, sales the new vehicle market is struggling, amid June’s low registration data.

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  • Ideal for the pre-owned vehicle or “paint only” customer
  • 30-minute application Ceramic Polish – Your groomers will love it!
  • Complimentary Auto+Aid Car Cleaning Pack worth over $80 RRP
  • 24-month warranty backed by Newcoat International

Call now 09 889 6535 email business@newcoat.co.nz or click here for more information.

BEST OF THE REST

// Mercedes Vision EQXX breaks own efficiency record

The Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has beaten its own efficiency record by traveling 1202km on a single battery charge.

// Tesla on the house? Major bank offers low interest rate for energy efficiency loans

The country’s biggest bank will offer loans of up to $80,000 at 1 per cent interest for three years for people to upgrade homes with solar panels and energy efficiency technology.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Mercedes-Benz Offers Yearly Rear Steer Subscription For EQS Sedan In China

China is the country where battery swapping, which requires people to pay a monthly subscription to basically lease their EV’s battery, took off even though it flustered and failed elsewhere.

// Global Computer Chip Shortage May Be Easing

Suddenly, the computer chip shortage appears to be easing as demand for smartphones and laptop computers shrinks.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Renault 5 celebrates 50th anniversary with decorative art-inspired concept

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Renault 5 and to celebrate the occasion, Renault tasked prominent designer Pierre Gonalons with creating his vision for the car of the future.

// Ducati details electric MotoE racer

Ducati has revealed some tastier details of its MotoE racer, due for an on-track debut next year for the 2023 season.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

NZCD Main Header

// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Many of today’s topics are being discussed in the NZ Car Dealers private Facebook group. Check out what industry people have to say.

// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.

July 6th, 20222022-07-05T22:44:58+12:00
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