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9th June 2021

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// Nissan delays release of flagship EV amid chip crunch

Nissan is pushing back the release of its flagship Ariya electric vehicle, highlighting the struggle automakers everywhere are facing in trying to launch new cars amid a persisting shortage of semiconductors.

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// Kia reveals all-new fifth-generation Sportage

Kia has today revealed the official images of the all-new Sportage SUV. It is the result of a collaborative effort between Kia’s main global design network in Korea, Germany, the US, and China.

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// Tesla cancels highly anticipated Model S Plaid+, claims regular model is “so good”

Ever since Tesla launched the Model S in 2012, it has been known as the electric car that changed the public’s perception of what battery-powered motoring should look like.

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// Stellantis shift affects NZ dealers

Armstrong’s and Ateco Group NZ to answer to Aussie boss under group’s new structure.

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// Fiat confirms it will phase out petrol engines by 2030

Italian manufacturer Fiat is the latest brand to confirm it will be phasing out all internal combustion engines from its global line-up.

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// Hydrogen chase boats for next America’s Cup

Emirates Team New Zealand has committed to drive hydrogen innovation in the marine industry by developing hydrogen powered chase boats for the 37th America’s Cup in 2023.

// Mazda supports health, wellbeing and the environment

Predator traps, chainsaw and a therapy dog are among some of the items given out to recipients around New Zealand in Mazda Foundation’s latest round of funding.

// Polestar e-mobility design contest

Swedish electric performance car brand Polestar led by designer Thomas Ingenlath launches its 2021 vision of future mobility design contest themed “progressive” in both student and professional categories.

// Jaguar I-Pace reaches new heights

The electric Jaguar I-Pace has completed the ‘Everesting Challenge’ by climbing 8848m – the height of Mount Everest – on a single charge of its 90kWh battery.

// Glitch knocks out Trade Me

Company acts to avoid repeat of problem that left site offline for an hour.

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9th June 20212021-06-08T23:26:13+12:00

8th June 2021

EDITOR’S PICK

// Used cars holding their value as supply issues hit the new and used market

Supply chain problems mean secondhand cars are not losing their value as fast as they usually do, industry experts say.

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// Bridgestone named NZ’s most trusted tyre brand

​Bridgestone has retained the title of New Zealand’s Most Trusted Tyre Brand for a fifth consecutive year, with Firestone highly commended once again.

// A renewed push for technology on all new vehicles to prevent drink-driving

Technology that could reduce drink-driving has evolved faster than the willingness among political and auto industry leaders to put it to use, safety advocates say.

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8th June 20212021-06-07T19:55:19+12:00

7th June 2021

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// Funky, futuristic new Hyundai Tucson to make NZ debut this month

Hyundai’s designers have been incredibly busy in the recent past, producing some of the brand’s most striking and unique looking vehicles in its history.

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// Video: Etrucks introduces NZ’s first battery swap vehicle

New Zealand distributor Etrucks has brought the first battery swap electric vehicle into the country. The XCMG-manufactured E700 6×4 semi-tractor has a 50-tonne gross combination mass and is set to target the heavy metro segment,

// Feast your ears on a 12,000rpm V12 at full noise

Gordon Murray, of McLaren F1 fame, is building a new, V12-powered supercar. That in itself is newsworthy but what’s even better is the fact that the engine revs right up to 12,100rpm, displacing 3.9 litres without any forced induction.

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// Tesla patents solar-charging tray cover for Cybertruck

Tesla is working on an optional Tonneau Cover for the upcoming Cybertruck, which could double as a solar panel to generate extra electricity during the day.

// Remote-controlled EV digger announced by Komatsu

A fully electric, remote-controlled mini excavator powered by a lithium-ion battery has been announced during centennial celebrations by Komatsu

// VW NZ working to get ID electrics here

Volkswagen New Zealand says it’s working very closely with VW’s German factory to get the ID.3 and ID.4 EVs here.

// Ford readying Maverick small ute for its full debut

Ford’s new small ute, the Maverick, is nearly here. The Blue Oval has released a pair of teasers for the little truck, confirming a June 8 reveal (June 9 for us in New Zealand).

// More Teslas arrive

At least 200 Tesla Model 3s are being removed from a Ports of Auckland wharf for delivery to New Zealand customers.

// Hydrogen mobility planned across Europe

Renault Group and Plug Power have launched HYVIA, the joint venture providing fuel cell light commercial vehicles (LCVs), green hydrogen, and hydrogen refuelling stations.

// Aussie car manufacturing could return via electric cars, says Tesla chair

It’s been four years since the last Aussie-built Holden Commodore rolled off of the production line, and not much has really changed in the time since to support that idea of vehicle production coming back to the region.

// The sedan isn’t dead (yet), according to Toyota

Think about the sedan segment. Now, think about how many sedans are still in production and sold today, particularly those priced in the sub-$50,000 bracket.

// Battery Electric Vehicle technology goes mainstream in MG5

Supply and infrastructure issues are putting the brakes on the launch of many of the latest Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) for New Zealand – at least via new-vehicle distributors.

// David Beckham invests in Lunaz

David Beckham joins the Barclay, Reuben and Alexander Dellal families investing in vehicle electrification company Lunaz,

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7th June 20212021-06-06T14:42:19+12:00

4th June 2021

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// New-car sales nearly double

Toyota and Mitsubishi lead the charge as market bounces back from the disruptions of the Covid-19 pandemic last year.

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// Import levels increase

Volumes climb for last month and the year to date with Japan remaining the main supplier of vehicles to our shores.

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// BMW New Zealand reveals plans for all-new electric line-up

BMW is starting to ramp up its assault on the electric vehicle market with the launch of two all-new models the i4 coupe and iX SUV.

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// New Highlander V6 continues for now

Toyota New Zealand (TNZ) says that pressure from corporate and commercial customers for a new V6 Highlander prevented the new range from becoming solely hybrid

// EVs to displace ICE sooner than expected

A report titled “Why electric cars will take over sooner than you think” has been published by the BBC‘s chief environment correspondent Justin Rowlatt.

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// Confirmed: Hyundai i20 n hot hatch coming to New Zealand

After leaving Kiwi hot hatch fiends hanging for months, Hyundai New Zealand has confirmed that the fizzy i20 N hot hatch is destined for local showrooms.

// Hilux leads Aussie new car market

The Toyota Hilux led a strong Aussie market recovery in May 2021 with 4402 units sold

// Shipping delays and rising costs ongoing for vehicle import industry

Global supply chain delays and increasing costs continue to disrupt the vehicle import industry with some dealers such as Toyota NZ warning customers could wait up to six months

// Car industry now facing tyre shortage on top of chip shortage

Unless you’ve been living under a rock you’ll be aware that the motoring world is currently being hampered by a shortage of chips.

// Are virtual wing mirrors the next big thing? BMW thinks so

You’d think that the humble wing-mirror was something the motoring world had already perfected. But, it seems like the often forgotten fixture might be ripe for technological revolution.

// Apple loses multiple top managers from self-driving car division

Apple has lost multiple top managers of its self-driving car team in recent months, a sign of attrition at the division involved in what could become an important future product.

// Industry group claims Euro 7 regulations will ‘ban’ the combustion engine

An industry lobby group based in Europe is claiming proposals for new Euro 7 emissions regulations could kill combustion engines by 2026.

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4th June 20212021-06-03T23:27:34+12:00

3rd June 2021

HOT TOPIC

// Revealed: BMW unveils its first electric M car, the 405kw i4 m50

After long flirting with the idea of a proper performance-orientated electric car, BMW has done it; unveiling the i4 M50 this morning.

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// VIA tackles plans to change emissions rule

Industry organisation is working closely with the Ministry of Transport following proposals to make the standards for imports tougher.

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// Hot Audi SQ5 punches out 700nm

Audi’s updated SQ5 TDI V6 diesel SUV has arrived in New Zealand showrooms. Prices start at $134,900 for the wagon which runs a 3.0-litre a V6 diesel developing 251kW of maximum power and mammoth peak torque of 700Nm.

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// Rimac Nevera storms hypercar market

Rimac Automobili has launched the all-electric Nevera hypercar. It’s a production version of the C Two concept car revealed at the International Geneva Motor Show in 2018

// Lending guidance finalised

Regulator warns leading staff at lenders who fail to exercise required levels of care risk facing penalties of up to $200,000.

// Regions tipped to lag over EV uptake

Mazda NZ boss acknowledges price and driving preferences may lead to uneven demand for zero-emissions vehicles across the country.

// Eroad plans to consolidate markets

Company emerges strongly from a difficult year and focuses on improving its offerings.

// BMW confirms bumper electric car line-up for NZ

Hot on the heels of the unveiling earlier this morning of its new i4 M50, BMW New Zealand has confirmed it will be bringing both the standard i40 and the M50 performance variant into the country.

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3rd June 20212021-06-02T16:44:18+12:00

2nd June 2021

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// Confirmed: Skoda is bringing its electrified superb to NZ

In a two-pronged announcement of sorts, Skoda’s local arm has confirmed that it’s launching its iV sub-brand for electrified vehicles — and that the label will debut next month with the arrival of its plug-in hybrid Superb iV.

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// Colonial motor company announces senior leadership changes

In a letter to shareholders, the Colonial Motor Company (CMC) has announced changes to its senior leadership team

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// Geneva Group lifts profit in FY21

Geneva Finance Group has announced a pre-tax profit of $6.9m, a rise of $2.7m (67%) over last year.

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// Honda may bring the sexy Sports EV Concept to production next year

Honda debuted the Urban EV and Sports EV concepts in 2017 and while the former went on to become the Honda e hatchback, we haven’t heard much about the latter.

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// Chargenet recharges its brand

New Zealand’s largest EV charging network ChargeNet has updated its brand, logo and website.

// Provisional figures indicate best may ever for new vehicles

Provisional registration figures are indicating last month was the highest May ever for new vehicle sales.

// Imports continue improvement – but not back to pre-Covid levels

Used import registrations continued their recovery in May, but are still not close to being back to pre-COVID levels as dealers struggle to land stock.

// Hyundai has EV lineup at Fieldays

The new Ioniq 5, Hayden Paddon’s Kona EV rally car, the Kona Series II, the hydrogen Nexo and the new Santa Fe hybrid feature on Hyundai New Zealand’s stand at the Mystery Creek Fieldays

// Rules passed for old tyres

Regulations introduced by the government are the next step on path to product stewardship scheme.

// Ford’s latest reveal is a beer bottle

While Ford has been all about the future with the recent reveal of its all-electric F-150 Lightning, its latest reveal is very much about the past.

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2nd June 20212021-06-01T21:00:38+12:00

1st June 2021

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// Diamond dealers lead Mitsubishi to 12% market share

Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has celebrated the achievements of its best-performing dealers, who led the charge to 12% market share and second place in 2021.

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// Crisp and clean: Kia teases new Sportage ahead of launch

In many respects Kia and Hyundai feel like siblings with an incredibly fierce rivalry. Together they’ve both risen from the kinds of cars they each issued in the 1990s to being a motoring superpower.

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// This is the ultimate 21st-century Porsche 911 restomod

It was going to happen sooner or later – someone has ditched the flat-six and put some batteries and electric motors in a Porsche 911.

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// Advice likely to set emissions pathway

The Government has now received the final advice from the Climate Change Commission and will release the details to the public and table it in Parliament on Wednesday June 9.

// Commercial EV operating costs predicted on new website

A free-to-air website that uses New Zealand’s fleet operators’ real-world scenarios says it removes barriers in switching to commercial EVs.

// EV owners need to keep cars for longer to make environmental impact

It’s no secret that the electric car revolution is surrounded with murky arguments for and against the next-gen tech.

// Toyota hopes to outsmart Hilux thieves with new feature

New Zealand’s list of most-stolen cars is often dominated by second-hand imports like the Honda Torneo and Mazda Demio.

// Electric Ford F-150 lightning secrets revealed in video

Unless you live under a rock, you’ll be well aware of the unveiling of Ford’s new F-150 Lightning earlier this month.

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1st June 20212021-05-31T20:34:50+12:00

31st May 2021

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// Eye-watering luxury: Rolls Royce unveils $39m ‘boat tail’

Rolls Royce, arguably the world’s most hallowed car manufacturer, have unveiled the most expensive new car in history.

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// McLaren’s ultra-exclusive Elva gets some practicality with added windscreen

Because billionaire car collectors aren’t satisfied with their ultra-exclusive supercars, brands like McLaren and Aston Martin have had to release speedster versions of their vehicles.

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// Ford teases all-electric Ranger for the first time

Ford has divulged some details about the various electric vehicles it is working on, and it seems those wanting an electric Ranger are in luck.

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// SUV gets eco-friendly twist

Mitsubishi’s latest PHEV aims to build on the success here of its larger counterpart, the Outlander.

// FTN motion sells first 100 founder’s edition Streetdogs

Start-up FTN Motion has sold out of its first 100 electric Streetdogs motorcycles, securing deposits to early adopters across New Zealand.

// Beam records 10m rides

E-scooter company Beam has achieved 10 million rides globally, helping prevent 3374 tonnes of CO2 emissions.

// US fossil fuel tax breaks ending?

A US$259.5 billion package of clean energy tax credits includes $31.6b in consumer incentives for EVs and would end tax breaks used by the fossil fuel industry.

// NZAI tops profit guidance

Owner of 2 Cheap Cars focuses on growth after used-car sales prove resilient in the face of pandemic.

// Focus on communication

David Vinsen, VIA’s chief executive, talks about the association’s first AGM under its new structure.

// A $175,000 Honda Civic? Rare Mugen makes headlines

Old-school Hondas have never copped as much appreciation as they’re getting right now.

// This is why replacing a windscreen isn’t what it used to be

As cars get more and more technologically advanced, repairs and replacements of parts becomes more and more tricky.

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31st May 20212021-05-30T17:33:46+12:00

27th May 2021

HOT TOPIC

// Watch: BMW reveals bold new M4 Competition Convertible

The German maker has debuted its new M4 Competition drop-top ahead of its arrival at the end of the year.

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// Hundreds of SUVs recalled over fuel pump

Toyota NZ takes precautionary action and offers to fix potential problem for free.

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// Electric vehicles to make up 40 per cent of Ford’s global sales by 2030

Ford expects 40 per cent of its global sales to be battery-electric vehicles by 2030 as it adds billions to what it’s spending to develop them.

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// Video: AVs planned for moon

Driverless EVs are likely to help transport astronauts on the dark side of the moon under a new deal between Lockheed Martin and General Motors (GM).

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// Company unveils Hyundai EV powered by poos

“With a giant poo emoji emblazoned on the side, there is no guessing what is powering it.”

// Volkswagen offered nearly $13 billion for Lamborghini

Volkswagen has been offered a healthy sum for the Lamborghini brand. How does NZ$12.7 billion sound?

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// One of the weirdest supercar concepts pops up for sale

The Pontiac Aztek will go down in history as one of the most interesting vehicular case studies.

// Video: one platform to pay them all

Parkopedia has announced a new global multi-domain payment platform being rolled out this year to enable drivers to seamlessly pay for parking, EV charging, refuelling and tolls.

// Arson considered in Tesla factory site fire

Electric cables supplying Tesla Gigafactory Berlin were set alight in what police say appears to be an attack but which didn’t affect the construction site.

// Aston Martin investors unhappy with pay packets, lack of diversity

It’s been a rocky few years for Aston Martin, with one of the few ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ moments coming by virtue of a huge investment from Formula 1 team owner and entrepreneur Lawrence Stroll.

// Defiant Ghosn pins hopes on French probes to clear his name

Auto magnate-turned-fugitive Carlos Ghosn is campaigning to clear his name, and hopes a visit by French investigators to his home in exile in Lebanon will be his first real opportunity

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27th May 20212021-05-30T10:51:39+12:00

26th May 2021

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// Mitsubishi details Eclipse Cross PHEV

Ever fancied a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, but wished it was smaller? Or had a swoopy back end on it instead? Well, now you are in luck, because Mitsubishi New Zealand has just confirmed the plug-in hybrid Eclipse Cross is here.

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// Finance firm delivers $4.4m profit

MTF Finance vows to innovate and provide lending solutions through multiple channels to maintain its recovery from Covid-19 pandemic.

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// Cupra debuts production Born electric hatchback

Cupra showed off its Born electric hatchback last year as a concept, and has now given us the production version.

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// Peter Brock’s Holden ‘blue meanie’ Commodore sells for $1,134,000

UPDATED: Overnight, Peter Brock’s old Holden VK Commodore HDT Group A, lovingly known as ‘Blue Meanie’ in period, sold for AU$1,057,509 — or $1,134,644.

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// Ford reveals special edition Ranger Raptor (and we can’t have it)

Early on, on paper the Ford Ranger Raptor might have looked like a dud to the untrained eye. Its special 2.0-litre bi-turbo’s 157kW/500Nm wasn’t terribly ‘sporty’ and it wasn’t terribly cheap, either.

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// Super SUV: Bentley’s new Bentayga S rocketship

Apart from being a quintessential player in the luxury-car market, Bentley has also long had a knack for blending its luxury values with fairly savage performance.

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// Lebanon’s first EV might be the weirdest looking car of all time

Electra EV might sound like Carmen Electra’s attempt to break into the automotive world, but unfortunately, it isn’t. Instead, it’s a new brand out of Lebanon, started by a wealthy businessman.

// Watch: Peter Brock’s only ford emerges in the UK

The elephant in the room when it comes to Aussie touring car legend Peter Brock is the late-1980s phase that saw him fall out with Holden and, for a period,

// Audi fast-charging hub concept planned

Audi is working on a concept charging hub for “premium-level electromobility” which it intends revealing in more detail later this year.

// Biden favours electric ‘beast’ limo

US president Joe Biden is reported to be keen on electrifying at least one of two limousines provided for his use.

// Rolls-Royce appoints new design boss

Former BMW designer Anders Warming becomes Rolls-Royce Motor Carss’ director of design from July. Warming (48) joins Rolls-Royce from Warming Design, the company he founded in 2019.

// Solar power initiative for Maori households

Solar panels and other renewable technology will support more than 200 homes of kaumatua, papakainga and Maori-owned rentals.

// 375kw drop top: BMW reveals M4 competition convertible

As Kiwis cop their first sightings of BMW’s new M3 and M4 performance monsters, the brand has decided to reveal the latter’s convertible equivalent.

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26th May 20212021-05-26T20:09:52+12:00
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