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1st September 2021

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// Another Tesla crashes into police car with autopilot reportedly engaged

August has been a big month for Tesla and its semi-autonomous driver assist systems.

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// ‘One-off’ Ford Falcon GT sells for $1.8 million, smashes Australian record

An immaculate Ford Falcon GT is the latest Australian car to make headlines for selling over the million-dollar mark, and has smashed the country’s record in doing so.

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// Video: the importance of mental health with Barry Taylor

In our sixth AutoTalk Live lockdown interview, managing editor Richard Edwards discusses the importance of mental health with consultant Barry Taylor.

// VW working on cut price ID models

Volkswagen is working on a new entry level ID electric model, with the aim of launching it on the European market with a price tag of €20,000 ($NZ33,500).

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// Watch: Electric Rivian ute demonstrates impressive wading depth

Given the rugged nature of a 4×4 ute, they’re expected to be able to handle the harshest terrain drivers can throw at them, and the new breed of electric utes are no exception.

// Flooding hits West Auckland

Manuka Automotive, Bridgestone Kumeu and Cottle Motors & Auto Electrix are among Kumeu businesses assessing flood damage after torrential rain

// BMW iX3 has film debut in September

The BMW iX3 makes its film debut in Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings screening in cinemas globally starting in September.

// Subscription service appoints chief

Former Audi NZ boss aims to accelerate growth of SIXT NZ for the Giltrap Group.

// Continental developing airbags that could predict your crashes

Although Continental is known best for its range of tyres, the German manufacturer produces a plethora of other goods in different industries.

// Geneva takes virtual approach

Shareholders will still be able to vote and quiz executives as meeting heads online.

// Here’s when Apple could be announcing the new Apple car

While speaking with Reuters about the future of self-driving cars, Nobel Prize winner Akira Yoshino revealed that he expects Apple to lead the next generation of electric vehicle batteries.

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1st September 20212021-08-31T19:50:41+12:00

31st August 2021

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// Mixed alert levels for country

Easing restrictions loom for much of the country but a full lockdown will stay in force for Auckland for another two weeks.

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// ‘Self-driving’ Toyota hits athlete at paralympic games

Toyota has announced that it will be immediately suspending its self-driving shuttle buses at the Tokyo Paralympic Games, after one of them hit an athlete over the weekend.

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// Car dealership finds work ready apprentices

For more than a decade Capital City Motors Wellington service manager Tony McDonald says he has been taking two to three apprentices every year from WelTec’s Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level Four) (Managed Apprenticeship) programme.

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// Rivian may go public with US$80b valuation

Rivian Automotive has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) and is seeking about a US$80 billion valuation as it gears up for production of its R1T ute, according to various reports.

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// Ultra-rare HSV collection expected to fetch eight-figures at auction

A collection of rare Holdens is expected to fetch eight-figures at auction next month.

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// End of an era: VW reportedly dumping manual transmissions

The template for the perfect hot hatch has arguably always been embodied best by the Volkswagen Golf GTI; a forefather of the segment.

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// Renault reveals electric sedan that you aren’t allowed to buy

In the world of new car technology, there’s three pillars that look set to define the next generation of vehicles.

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// Test Drive: The $2.85 million Bacalar shows off the best of Bentley

If you want a Bentley Bacalar, you’re too late. Each of the 12 individuals worldwide who purchased the US$2 million (NZ$2.85 million) open-top two-seater has already spent many months developing personalised exterior paint schemes, unique tones for the leather seats, and detailed stitching patterns.

// ‘Car Carnival Night’ drives up China’s auto sales

China’s automobile information company Yiche held a “Super August 18th Car Carnival Night” in conjunction with a top TV station in China.

// ‘Hydrogen Wave’ global forum to reveal hydrogen outlook

Hyundai Motor Group will unveil its vision for hydrogen at a “Hydrogen Wave” worldwide forum it hosts online on September 7.

// Electric aircraft switch progressing well

Electraflyer has announced it has passed crossover, meaning it now sells more battery electric aircraft than polluting ones while Pipistrel sold more than 100 battery electric aircraft last year.

// Thieves strike at dealership

Mystery over how Holden was stolen from Auckland business and taken on a high-speed joy ride.

// Nissan e-Power vehicles heading here?

Nissan Australia has confirmed that e-Power technology is coming down under in 2022 so expect the hybrid technology to be available here in New Zealand as well, probably kicking off in the third-generation Qashqai which launches next year.

// Bentley carbon rims six years in the making

Any car buff will know reducing unsprung mass is good news for dynamics. While big alloys add to the aesthetic appeal of a vehicle, they also add weight in exactly the wrong place.

// Ford may build a Maverick Raptor as well as an ST

Ford is reportedly considering building an off-road-oriented version of the Maverick small truck, as well as a high-performance ST variant.

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31st August 20212021-08-30T23:07:19+12:00

30th August 2021

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// Auckland and Northland remain at Level 4, rest of NZ prepares for Level 3

All of New Zealand, south of the Auckland boundary, will move to level 3 at 11.59pm on Tuesday. Auckland and Northland will remain in level 4, likely for a further two weeks,

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// Loan company to repay $7m

Business agrees to lower loan establishment fee after contravening Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act.

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// THL posts $14.3m loss but vehicle sales rise

Tourism Holdings Limited (THL) has posted a net loss after tax of $14.3 million for its full-year result, down $34.3m on 2020.

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// Watch: Hyundai teases interesting hydrogen EV sports car

What makes Hyundai fascinating is that it’s got a foot in both camps in the debate of electric cars versus hydrogen cars.

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// A German company has (almost) built an electric Kei car

A German company has built a tiny city car – that is pretty close to being a German version of a Kei car – and it’s awesome.

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// Big enough? Chevrolet’s massive Silverado HD confirmed for NZ

General Motors’ successor to Holden has locked in plans to introduce an enormous new ute in New Zealand.

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// ‘Cheap’ buff electric ute revealed by American start-up

You get the feeling that the electric ute segment is going to explode over the next few years, given the amount of projects that have been revealed by big players and start-ups respectively.

// Peter Brock’s controversial ‘energy polarizer’ for sale for $10,000

By now most people know that nine-time Bathurst 1000 winner Peter Brock was a fairly complex character,

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// Remember when the Commodore ute was a star?

Back in the early 2000s, Holden was going great guns as anything wearing a Commodore badge was a guaranteed sales success.

// Nissan joins UN zero emissions campaign

Nissan has become the first Japanese carmaker to join the United Nations’ Race to Zero campaign, accelerating its full electrification and carbon neutrality goals.

// Logistics group eyes shake-up

Business predicts momentum in the domestic economy will continue but warns of short-term supply and capacity constraints.

// Teslas less likely to catch fire than traditional cars, says Tesla

Plenty has been written about electric cars and fires. Just this month General Motors confirmed a huge sweeping recall for all of its Chevrolet Bolt EVs over potential fire risk.

// Skoda nearly built the coolest car of all time. Twice.

Back in the 1970s, Skoda nearly built what could have been the coolest car of all time. Well, it did build one, but considering nobody can buy it, that doesn’t count.

// Great Wall electric ute to offer 450km of range. Is that enough?

We still don’t know a huge amount about Great Wall Motors’ in-the-pipeline electric variant of the Cannon double-cab ute.

// Audi’s new electrification strategy spells the end for ICE models

Audi has revealed its new electrification strategy, called ‘Vorsprung 2030’, which has also spelt the end of its combustion-powered chapter.

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30th August 20212021-08-29T18:01:17+12:00

27th August 2021

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// Will Great Wall be the first brand to offer an all-electric ute in NZ?

Ever since the Clean Car Scheme was dropped on New Zealand’s automotive industry back in June, electric and hybrid utes have been at the forefront of debate.

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// Lockdown prompts warrant worries

Industry figures discuss ways to improve dealing with the renewal of vital land transport documents during higher Covid-19 alert levels.

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// Heavy-duty muscle the American way

Chevrolet will start building right-hand drive Silverado Heavy Duty (HD) LTZ Premium pick-up trucks in November,

// More hope for lithium-metal battery technology

While it might not seem that there are any alternatives currently, lithium-ion isn’t the only battery technology in town. Aluminium-air and lithium-sulphur are two areas showing promise, and so too is lithium metal technology.

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// Focus ST with an edge

From the forbidden fruit files, Ford has revealed the Focus ST Edition. The focus (groan) of this special edition is enhanced dynamics via suspension upgrades and lighter wheels.

// Vehicle imports bounce back

The value of cars crossing our border soared in July to take total merchandise goods imports to a new high.

// SEA electric showcase at us act expo

Australian-founded SEA Electric will have four different examples from its line-up at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo on August 30 to September 2 in Long Beach, California.

// Dealer brings race car down under

Czech brand predicts strong growth in the region once its R1 vehicle starts racing in early 2022.

// Incredible multi-million dollar HSV GTS-R trio surfaces for auction

Over the last 12 months we’ve seen all sorts of Holdens sell for stupendous amounts of money; from a secret underground (and eventually record-breaking) HSV GTS-R Maloo W1 project, to the last Holden Commodore ever made in Australia.

// Electric Volta Zero truck touring UK September

Electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider Volta Trucks is taking its full-electric Volta Zero around the United Kingdom throughout September

// Sports car faces recall

Toyota NZ offers free repairs on affected vehicles after discovering possible brake problem.

// GM and LG’s too-big-to-fail ties tested by US$1 billion recall

In June 2017, months after General Motors beat Tesla to market with an affordable, long-range electric vehicle, it took out full-page newspaper ads touting how long its Chevrolet Bolt could travel between charges. The tagline: “Begin a long-distance relationship, now.”

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27th August 20212021-08-26T17:05:03+12:00

26th August 2021

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// Video: Covid-19 support with Lani Fogelberg

In our fifth lockdown discussion, AutoTalk’s Richard Edwards discusses the support available to businesses with management expert Lani Fogelberg of Fogelberg Consulting.

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// Vehicle lending bolsters bank’s profits

Heartland welcomes financial growth but it warns current lockdown may dampen momentum.

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// NZ car dealers to get refunds from Trademe during due to lockdown

There are very few avenues for New Zealand car dealers hoping to turnover cars during level four lockdown conditions, given that the service is not classified as essential.

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// BMW iX pricing announced ahead of Q4 launch

The electric BMW iX is priced from $163,900 for the xDrive40 Sport and $197,900 for the xDrive50 Sport in the lead up to this year’s fourth quarter arrival of both variants in New Zealand

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// Meet the Tank, China’s homegrown Toyota Land Cruiser rival

Great Wall Motors, or GWM, has been doing interesting work lately. We rated its all-new Cannon ute fairly highly last year, and now it’s unveiled a traditional body-on-frame rival for the Toyota Land Cruiser, called the Tank 600.

// Mazda trademarks interesting rotary-shaped logo

Here we are again with a new Mazda rumour. Well, this one isn’t exactly a rumour, but it’s still somewhat mysterious. Mazda has trademarked a new logo that looks remarkably similar to a Wankel rotor.

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// MG HS PHEV arrives

MG Motor’s first plug-In hybrid (PHEV) is available from $52,990 plus on-road costs and is eligible for the Clean Car Discount of $5750 which reduces the price to $47,240.

// Brake boost concern causes supra recall

Toyota New Zealand is recalling 51 Supra GRs to rectify a potential issue affecting the brake vacuum pump and the amount of boost it delivers.

// Volta Zero real-world testing underway

Swedish startup Volta Trucks has marked the start of engineering evaluation and real-world testing of the first fully electric prototype Volta Zero.

// Automotive group on the move

Owner of 2 Cheap Cars makes promising start to the financial year as it prepares to relocate its head office and vehicle-processing facilities.

// Listen to the new Corvette Z06, as Chevrolet announces launch date

Chevrolet has confirmed that its first go-faster variant of the mid-engined Chevrolet Corvette C8 is set to be revealed on October 26, or October 27 local time.

// Eroad makes takeover bid

Commerce Commission opens case as Kiwi company seeks clearance to merge with Coretex.

// Listen to the new Corvette Z06, as Chevrolet announces launch date

Chevrolet has confirmed that its first go-faster variant of the mid-engined Chevrolet Corvette C8 is set to be revealed on October 26, or October 27 local time.

// Watch: BMW’s M4 Competition is too drift-happy for the moose test

BMW’s M division is known for building some of the world’s best performance cars, and the new M3/M4 Competition pairing is no exception to this.

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26th August 20212021-08-25T16:49:42+12:00

25th August 2021

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// Video: Perfecting listings in level 4 with Jayme Fuller of Trade Me Motors

In our third AutoTalk Live lockdown special, Trade Me Motors head of sales Jayme Fuller joins host Richard Edwards to discuss online listings during lockdown.

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// Z Energy stations to become Ampol? Aussie takeover bid confirmed

Z Energy stations could soon be rebranded as Ampol stations, following confirmation of a full takeover bid from the Australian fuel company.

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// AC Cobra electric debuts at British Motor Show

The new AC Cobra Series 1 electric debuted at the British Motor Show, with the tens of thousands of attendees enjoying the car as part of its public premier.

// NZ’s most powerful 4-cylinder ute: New LDV T60 arrives with 160kw

In the competitive ute segment, there will soon be a new powertrain player, bringing more kilowatts to the game than both the Ford Ranger 2.0-litre bi-turbo and the Toyota Hilux 2.8-litre.

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// Dodge to debut breakthrough fully electric muscle car next year

We might not have to wait as long as initially thought to see Dodge’s new fully electric ‘muscle car’, a model that will apparently be the first EV muscle car in history.

// Dealers warned to check financials before shopping

Dealers should check with their financiers and supply chain before jumping online to buy during the lockdown.

// More delivery delays for new Toyota vehicles

Toyota New Zealand says there will be further delivery delays for customers waiting for their new Land Cruiser 300, Highlander, and Corolla hatch models.

// Container depots overflowing from shipping disruptions

ContainerCo managing director Ken Harris is warning that COVID-19 lockdowns across New Zealand are expected to create further pressure on the heavily disrupted shipping logistics sector.

// AA: 30 minutes can save a battery

Motorists’ group the AA says it’s doing what it can to prepare for a spike in breakdown callouts when lockdown restrictions ease.

// Marque updates luxury SUVs

BMW to offer improved standard features on X3 and X4 and an all-electric variant by the end of 2021.

// Historic Holden Lang Lang test facility could be back on the market

Ever since Holden confirmed it would be closing its doors for good, the future of the brand’s illustrious ‘Lang Lang’ vehicle testing facility has been up in the air.

// Covid spread ails Japanese car output

The prolonged coronavirus crisis in Vietnam, Malaysia and other Southeast Asian nations, where major Japanese automakers source many of their car parts, is seriously affecting Japanese domestic vehicle production.

// Ford wants to sell you an electric crate motor

Ford is preparing a new crate engine, this one catering for fans of full electrification.

// The weird, super-rare Volkswagen Basis-Transporter is about as spartan as it gets

Back in the 1970s, Volkswagen vehicles were in demand for their simplicity and relatively lightweight fuel consumption.

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25th August 20212021-08-24T16:51:51+12:00

24th August 2021

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// PM extends lockdown

Auckland faces fortnight at the highest alert level, with the situation for the rest of NZ to be reviewed at the end of the week.

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// Giltrap group will represent Polestar

The Polestar 2 electric performance fastback will be available to order later in 2021 with Auckland-based Giltrap Group appointed official representative of Polestar cars in New Zealand.

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// Upgraded X3 and X4 headed for NZ

Updated versions of BMW’s X3 and X4 four-wheel drive wagons with enhanced standard equipment will arrive here towards the end of the year.

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// GM to recall every single electric Chevrolet Bolt over fire risk

General Motors has confirmed a massive recall on every single Chevrolet Bolt EV it’s released thus far, following numerous cases of vehicles bursting into flames.

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// Incredible Mercedes-Benz 190E Evolution II set to fetch big bucks

Utter the phrase ‘1980s homologation touring cars’ and most people in this part of the world would think first of the BMW E30 M3 or the Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth. Underrated, but perhaps just as important as both models, is the Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16.

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// Tesla Model S tests ‘submarine mode’

“Boat mode” Tesla Model 3 pictures from flooded parts of China have been popular, but a Tesla Model S has gone a step further in Helen, Georgia, going to almost “submarine mode” after a tropical storm.

// U.S dealer trades back street raced C8 Corvette

A California-based Chevrolet dealer has replaced a customer’s 2021 model-year Corvette C8 with a brand-new 2022 model-year car at no additional cost, after the owner discovered his car had been street raced by a service technician during a routine engine check.

// Insurer scores ‘good’ ratings

DPL Insurance welcomes report and aims to maintain “responsible and sustainable” business.

// Essential workers need jab

Industry organisation supports calls for Kiwis on Covid-19 frontline to have their vaccinations now.

// New Honda Integra to be developed in japan, won’t be electric

With one single image and one line of teaser text, Honda’s American arm Acura recently confirmed the return of the Integra nameplate after a lengthy hiatus; to the fanfare of Japanese car fans around the world.

// All the best cars as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance returns

In the end, it was as big as ever. After skipping last year due to the coronavirus pandemic and early reports major automakers were planning to pass, the 70th anniversary of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance attracted thousands of ticket holders and 230 collector cars in a striking return to normalcy

// Immaculate Nissan Skyline GT-R emerges for sale in NZ at $240K

It’s arguably the most iconic car to ever come out of Japan, so there’s no wonder why R34 GT-R prices are shooting through the roof as they start to become legal to import into the US.

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24th August 20212021-08-23T17:20:36+12:00

23rd August 2021

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// Video: Communicating with customers in level 4 (Boost Auto)

In this Autotalk live video we catch up with Boost Auto principal Anthony McLean to discuss how to maintain customer communication during level 4 COVID-19 restrictions.

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// Toyota shuts down almost half of production due to Covid outbreak

As New Zealand hangs in the balance with a new outbreak of Covid-19, so too does Malaysia.

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// Majority support for pathway to net zero transport emissions

Strong support has been given to a Ministry of Transport report outlining potential policies and pathways to a net zero emission transport sector over the next 30 years.

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// Elva celebrates McLaren’s Kiwi racing roots

The McLaren Elva is the latest addition to the British supercar maker’s Ultimate Series and is a ferociously fast, open-cockpit, extreme two-seater with a bespoke carbon fibre chassis and body but no roof, no windscreen and no side windows.

// Sales of electric cars up 168% around the world

It appears the number of manufacturers increasing their commitment to electric cars and the number of governments around the world introducing more legislation around decarbonisation is prompting a sales shift among new-vehicle customers.

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// This million-mile Honda CRX is basically new

Over in Tampa, Florida, a Honda Dealership has a CRX on display. Normally, that’s a nod to Honda’s past, when it built screaming naturally aspirated engines and small, lightweight cars.

// DPL Insurance gets two good AM best financial ratings

Singapore-based financial rating service AM Best Information Services has affirmed DPL Insurance New Zealand Limited (the parent company of Autosure) has a B++ (Good) financial strength rating and a ‘bbb’ (Good) long term issuer credit rating.

// Port’s chairman stepping down

Bill Osborne to resign just months after the previous chairman and chief executive have also left the company.

// It’s official: New Lamborghini Countach already sold out

Just a week after it made its international debut, Lamborghini has confirmed that its new Countach LPI 800-4 has already completely sold out.

// Lender invests to speed up car loans

Boss of CFS Finance outlines the major changes being made at his business to minimise the impact of incoming laws.

// Ford releases new mustangs, pays tribute to … vanilla ice?

When considering icons from the 1990s and how relevant they are today, rapper Vanilla Ice (real name Robert Van Winkle) would be at the very bottom of most people’s lists.

// The Insider: industry insight on how Jaguar takes tech from the track to the road

Having been in the automotive industry most of my life and working on a luxury performance brand, it’s hard not to appreciate the impressive machinery and technology of the motorsport world.

// Remember the Holden Camira? pristine (but unloved) classic for sale

Regular NZ Autocar online readers will be familiar (and hopefully accepting) of our fixation and fascination with the spiralling pricing of Aussie performance cars from Holden and Ford.

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23rd August 20212021-08-22T22:09:52+12:00

20th August 2021

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// Video: Can you trade at level 4?

In this AutoTalk Live video we catch up with Greig Epps of the Motor Trade Association to discuss what trading you can do at Level 4 COVID-19 restrictions.

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// Genesis reveals electric GV60 images

Genesis has released exterior and interior images of the GV60, the brand’s first electric vehicle based on a dedicated EV platform E-GMP (Electric-Global Modular Platform), marking a move towards electrification.

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// New Nissan Z set to land in New Zealand in 2022

Nissan’s new rear-wheel drive Z sports car has been confirmed for a New Zealand launch in 2022, following yesterday’s grand reveal in the US.

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// Listen to the new flat-plane Corvette at the Nurburgring

The new Chevrolet Corvette is doing well over in America but Chevrolet isn’t resting on its laurels. The high-performance Z06 and Z07 variants are being tested as we speak, and one has been caught spitting flames at the Nurburgring.

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// Mercedes reveals lifted bush-bashing C-class wagon

In yet another sign of defiance showing that you don’t necessarily need an SUV to explore gravel trails, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its latest iteration of C-Class Estate; the All-Terrain.

// Automaker FCA US admits paying off union leaders; fined US$30M

A federal judge fined FCA US$30 million this week after the automaker admitted that it paid off United Auto Workers leaders to try to win concessions in negotiations covering thousands of factory workers.

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// Fashion designer Paul Smith takes Mini Electric back to basics (like, bike tape on the steering wheel)

The biggest criticism of the new-generation BMW-Mini is arguably that it’s too large, complex and luxurious – a long way from the minimalist roots of the iconic original.

// Skills shortage fears for industry

A lack of apprentices and changing technology identified as major challenges for the automotive sector by annual report.

// Triumph is working on something special – with fairings

Triumph is working on a new bike. That probably won’t surprise you, but the bike should – it looks to be a range-topping, faired version of the Speed Triple, called the 1200 RR.

// Countdown is on for the reveal of Volkswagen’s SUV-coupe-BEV, the ID.5 GTX

Volkswagen is now counting down to the IAA Munich Motor Show and the launch of the ID.5 GTX: the third in its new “ID” family of pure-electric models (after the ID.3 hatch and ID.4 SUV) to be built on the Modular Electric Drive Matrix (MEB) platform.

// Porsche teases ‘future-oriented’ concept, could be Boxster EV?

Porsche is set to reveal a new concept car at the Munich Motor Show, teasing a single picture of a new-look headlight cluster.

// Longer range Renault Zoe becomes one of NZ’s cheapest Battery Electric Vehicles

The Renault Zoe might be one of Europe’s biggest-selling BEVs, but it has never been delivered in quite the right specification for New Zealand: too expensive, too slow to charge (no DC fast-charge capability in previous models) and too little range for first-time BEV buyers to feel comfortable.

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// Wage subsidy support returns

Minister details range of measures that offer vital financial boost to keep businesses going through pandemic response.

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// This is it: Nissan Z finally revealed with 298kw twin-turbo V6

After years of rumour and speculation, with a high-profile tease or two thrown in for good measure, Nissan has finally dropped its new Z sports car in its full 2023 production-version glory;

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// Next-gen Subaru WRX confirmed to come with a manual

Subaru has teased the new generation of WRX, and it looks like it will definitely come with a manual transmission.

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// Nissan Note Aura Nismo is one quirky ‘hot’ hatchback

It’s a big day in Nissan-land! Today is the day that the Japanese firm reveals its new ‘400Z’ in its production form.

// New details emerge on hybrid Corvette

Some new details have emerged on Chevrolet’s new Corvette. No, not the one already on sale overseas and due here early next year. These details concern the more powerful hybrid version.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Nio to launch ‘mass-market’ affordable EV

Nio aims to mass-market a new sub-brand designed as a more affordable EV to its premium ones.

// Warning over seatbelt units

Industry association releases advice on how to transport items that have an explosive charge.

// Tesla’s US$25k EV likely soon

Reports from China indicate the smaller and more affordable US$25,000 Tesla is close. Claims a prototype has already been completed have come from a “prolific auto leaker”,

// In Russia’s Far East, an electric car proves cheaper than a Lada

When Dmitry Unagaev bought his first electric car five years ago, the purchase bewildered friends and neighbours in his hometown of Khabarovsk.

// Tesla probe ushers in get-tough era at U.S. auto-safety watchdog

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) investigation into the involvement of Tesla’s Autopilot in car accidents signals a more activist approach to regulating auto safety by the Biden administration — particularly new technologies.

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// Current National New Car Deals

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