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January 28th, 2026

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// Dongfeng 007 launches from $54990 with sub-4s performance

Dongfeng Motor has announced pricing for its new 007 fastback coupe that delivers what may be the most compelling performance-per-dollar

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// MG Motor boosts ZS range with arrival of turbocharged Vibe model

MG Motor New Zealand has announced pricing for the ZS Vibe Turbo, which now represents the entry-point to the range.

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// New traffic charges risk backfiring without alternatives, expert warns

University of Auckland lecturer in environmental science Dr Hyesop Shin. Photo: Rose Davis. Traffic congestion charges could fail to cut

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// AutoGrab raises $80m for UK expansion with Movac co-leading funding

Australian automotive data intelligence platform AutoGrab has completed an $80 million ($88 million NZD) Series B capital raise,

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// BMW’s electric M3 might sound suspiciously like a V10

BMW’s first electric M3 is still at least a year away, but the brand is already giving us a clue about how it plans to keep the emotional side of M alive.

// Star Insure launches $50,000 Goodwood competition

Dua Lipa New Zealand specialist insurer Star Insure has announced its largest competition to date, offering a trip for two

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// EVs Just Outsold Gas Cars In Europe For The First Time

Europe hit a historic milestone as EV sales surpassed gas cars for the first time, despite geopolitical headwinds.

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January 28th, 20262026-01-27T22:42:49+13:00

January 27th, 2026

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// Chery acquires Nissan’s South African manufacturing assets

Chinese automotive manufacturer Chery SA has reached agreement to acquire Nissan’s manufacturing assets in Rosslyn, South Africa, in a deal that will see the majority of Nissan employees offered continued employment

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// Dealer-to-Dealer Trading. Reimagined.

Connect instantly with over 1,500 licensed motor dealers nationwide and trade with clarity, speed, and complete confidence.

Whether you’re moving aging stock or hunting down fresh inventory, our live weekly dealer auctions let you buy and sell in real time, without the delays, uncertainty, or friction of traditional wholesale channels.

Every vehicle is presented with high-quality images, verified information, and market-driven pricing, creating fast, transparent, and trustworthy transactions between professionals who speak the same language.

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// MTF celebrates top dealers

Finance company announces 2025 winners during special cruise for finalists. PLUS – gallery

// Car company backs hospice

Dealership hands over $1,000 to organisation providing palliative care in Auckland.

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// The Clever Way Volvo Solved The Biggest Issue With Electric Door Handles

What do you do when the 12-volt battery dies?

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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January 27th, 20262026-01-26T20:47:10+13:00

January 26th 2026

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// BYD announces local pricing for Sealion 8 Hybrid SUV

BYD New Zealand has announced pricing for the highly anticipated Sealion SUV, which the brand is describing as a super hybrid

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// Bentley appoints Hayter as Asia Pacific regional director

Bentley Motors has appointed Dave Hayter as Regional Director for Asia Pacific, bringing nearly four decades of experience with the

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// Dealer-to-Dealer Trading. Reimagined.

Connect instantly with over 1,500 licensed motor dealers nationwide and trade with clarity, speed, and complete confidence.

Whether you’re moving aging stock or hunting down fresh inventory, our live weekly dealer auctions let you buy and sell in real time, without the delays, uncertainty, or friction of traditional wholesale channels.

Every vehicle is presented with high-quality images, verified information, and market-driven pricing, creating fast, transparent, and trustworthy transactions between professionals who speak the same language.

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// MTF crowns 2025 dealer award winners

Motor finance company MTF has announced the winners of its 2025 Dealer Awards, recognising standout performance across its nationwide dealer

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// Ute among top scorers for safety

Ute among top scorers for safety ANCAP reveals latest results after testing ute, compact and medium SUVs, and next-generation EVs.

// Hyundai reveals UK pricing for high-performance IONIQ 6 N EV

Hyundai has confirmed UK pricing and full specifications for the new IONIQ 6 N, its latest high-performance electric vehicle, with

// Audi New Zealand reveals price for all-new Q3: how much for an SUV that’s a ‘smart digital companion’?

Audi NZ has announced final pricing and specification for the new Q3, due in showrooms in April. The company describes the Q3 as a “smart digital companion”.

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// VinFast Introduces Battery Subscription Program in the Philippines

As electric vehicle adoption continues to gain momentum in Southeast Asia, VinFast Philippines is once again highlighting battery subscription as a central strategy for lowering the cost barrier to EV ownership in the Philippine market.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

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January 26th 20262026-01-25T11:32:38+13:00

January 23rd, 2026

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// Volvo EX60 unveiled with up to 810km of range, 500kW of power

Following an image leak earlier in the week, Volvo has unveiled the new EX60 SUV in full, and the numbers are impressive. Volvo New Zealand is yet

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// Motor vehicle spending up $5m year-on-year in December

Spending on motor vehicles was up $5 million year-on-year in December but down on a month-on-month basis contributing to a

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up.

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// Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 are back in New Zealand as dual-motor performance SUVs

The VW ID.4 and ID.5 are back, in GTX form. GTX is VW’s performance brand for EVs and the brace of SUVs will join the ID. Buzz GTX in the local lineup

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// Dealership donates $1000 to Totara Hospice

Motor vehicle retailer easyauto123 has donated $1000 to Totara Hospice as part of its Cars for Good community initiative.

// Marque backs motorsport

Marque backs motorsport Blue oval gets behind NZ Formula Ford Championship for 2026 season.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Watch Hyundai’s electric sports car take off like an absolute animal, fake shifting and all

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 N will go on sale in the US and Europe soon, but we are already getting a look at it in action.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

// Advertise Here to reach the Industry

Reach a highly targeted group of automotive industry professionals. Dealer Principal’s, Sales Managers, Parts and Service Managers, Industry Suppliers, and all the people working with them that help influence buying decisions.

January 23rd, 20262026-01-22T16:45:05+13:00

January 22nd, 2026

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// ANCAP reveals the safest new vehicles of 2025

The Australasian New Car Assessment Program, or ANCAP, has revealed a list of the safest new vehicles released in 2025, according to its testing

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up.

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// SUV joins competitive market

Jaecoo New Zealand has confirmed its all-new J5 SUV will arrive at dealerships as a single EV variant from late January. The model utilises a single electric motor, producing 155kW/288Nm, with power sent to the front wheels.

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// Volvo EX60 EV images emerge ahead of global reveal

Images of Volvo’s new EX60 electric SUV have emerged online ahead of the model’s official global reveal, which is scheduled

// Livestream: BYD Sealion 8 pricing to be revealed this Friday

BYD will be announcing the price of its new Sealion 8 this Friday morning via a live stream event.

// Ford New Zealand returns as Formula Ford sponsor

Ford New Zealand has announced its return as a key sponsor of the New Zealand Formula Ford Championship for the

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// China’s Lightweight SC01 Electric Roadster Is Heading To Europe

While the Tesla Roadster is still missing in action, European production of this little-known EV is set to begin in Italy.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

// Advertise Here to reach the Industry

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January 22nd, 20262026-01-21T23:35:46+13:00

January 21st, 2026

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// Business confidence rebounding

Survey shows retailers hopeful about recovery in demand over coming months.

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up.

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// Study results: Modern EV batteries built to last beyond vehicle service life

Modern electric vehicle batteries are built to last beyond a typical vehicle’s service life, with an average annual degradation rate of 2.3%, according to a comprehensive new study by global telematics company Geotab.

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// Auto Trader closes 2025 with 47% user growth

Auto Trader has reported strong performance figures for December 2025, capping what the platform describes as a significant year of growth in buyer demand and engagement.

// ANCAP to reward physical buttons over touchscreens for safety

The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) will reward higher safety ratings to vehicles that include physical buttons for basic functions, as concerns grow about driver distraction from touchscreen-heavy dashboards.

// Chery Tiggo 8 goes pure-petrol for New Zealand, gains AWD option

Following its announcement of petrol-only variants of the Tiggo 7 5-seat (yes, that’s a slightly confusing model name) SUV, Chery has confirmed its Tiggo 8 7-seater (ditto) is taking a similar path in New Zealand – albeit with an extra dimension.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Hyundai shows off the ultimate EV camper with solar power, a kitchen, and few other goodies

Hyundai unveiled an all-electric camper van with solar panels for off-grid adventures. It even has a kitchen, smart features, and plenty more for extended stays

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Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

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Reach a highly targeted group of automotive industry professionals. Dealer Principal’s, Sales Managers, Parts and Service Managers, Industry Suppliers, and all the people working with them that help influence buying decisions.

January 21st, 20262026-01-20T18:06:50+13:00

January 20th, 2026

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// Chery Tiggo 7 SUV goes ICE for New Zealand: ditching the plug for pure petrol

Chery is expanding the New Zealand Tiggo 7 SUV lineup with two petrol-powered variants.

// UK dealer group finds car lost for over a year

A large UK dealer group has recovered a new vehicle worth more than £40,000 that had been missing from its inventory tracking systems for over 400 days, reports AM Online.

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up.

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// MotorShare adds Ferrari 488 to rental fleet

Auckland-based luxury car club MotorShare has added a Ferrari 488 to its fleet, making it the only Ferrari currently available for hire in New Zealand.

// Christchurch ranks among world’s top cities for car culture, global study finds

Christchurch has been named one of the world’s leading cities for car culture, ranking 10th globally in a new study.

// EV tops safety ladder

ANCAP says top performers “delivered consistent results” across testing in 2025.

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January 20th, 20262026-01-20T17:51:45+13:00

January 19th 2026

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// ‘Local knowledge’ to drive new platform

CarExpert appoints pair as it prepares for New Zealand launch.

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// What is GAC? A look inside the latest Chinese brand to set up shop in NZ

If you aren’t familiar with GAC (pronounced G – A – C), you probably aren’t alone, but if you are in the market for an affordable vehicle,

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// Need a marketing manager, but without the full-time salary?

In 6 hours a week, I’ll help your automotive dealership generate more leads and sell more vehicles.

I’ll improve your brand, website/VDPs, PPC ads, SEO, get more Google reviews, set up automations, and systemise your photography and data gathering. No fluff, just execution. I’ve been the Marketing Manager at Bay City Mitsubishi for the last 7 years, built several web-based businesses (including The Full Brief), and had 26 years marketing experience all up. I’m offering a 6 hour/week package. $2244/month +gst. 1 spot available.

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// Electric SUV recalled

Volvo EX30 owners advised to limit charging HV battery in car to 70 per cent.

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// Ford in talks with BYD over hybrid batteries as EV demand softens

Ford is in discussions with Chinese automaker BYD about purchasing batteries for its hybrid vehicles, as the US carmaker adjusts its strategy amid weakening demand for fully electric vehicles.

// 2 Cheap building momentum

Company expects its net annual profit to be similar to last year.

// Tesla tops ANCAP safety rankings for 2025

ANCAP has revealed its top safety performers for 2025, highlighting the safest new vehicles across key market segments in Australia and New Zealand.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// How Motional’s Robotaxi is Making Driverless Vehicles a Safe, Reliable and Accessible Reality

Hyundai Motor Group’s autonomous driving joint venture, Motional, will commercialize its fully driverless Level 4 robotaxi service in Las Vegas by the end of 2026, underpinned by a ‘Safety First’ approach and a transition to end-to-end (E2E) AI motion planning.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

// Advertise Here to reach the Industry

Reach a highly targeted group of automotive industry professionals. Dealer Principal’s, Sales Managers, Parts and Service Managers, Industry Suppliers, and all the people working with them that help influence buying decisions.

January 19th 20262026-01-18T21:43:15+13:00

January 16th, 2026

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// ‘Best value SUV’ in NZ

Dongfeng aims to break barriers to electric-vehicle versatility with $37,990 launch price.

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// 2 Cheap Cars lifts FY26 profit outlook on improved trading momentum

2 Cheap Cars Group says trading performance has improved through the latter part of the third quarter and into the early fourth quarter of the 2026 financial year, prompting an upgrade to its profit outlook.

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// ‘Automotive enthusiast’ lands role

Nissan Oceania has appointed Steve Coughlan as head of communications and says he will draw on more than 23 years of global automotive experience as he tackles the role.

// ANCAP names safest new vehicles for 2025, with Tesla Model Y leading overall

ANCAP has revealed its top safety performers for 2025, highlighting the safest new vehicles across key market segments in Australia and New Zealand.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// This battery is about to change the world in 3 months, or make this guy a fool

We aren’t just talking about a better motorcycle battery. If the claims of a 5-minute charge, 100,000-cycle life, and ~400 Wh/kg energy density are accurate and scalable, as Donut Lab claims, this is the holy grail of energy storage.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

// Advertise Here to reach the Industry

Reach a highly targeted group of automotive industry professionals. Dealer Principal’s, Sales Managers, Parts and Service Managers, Industry Suppliers, and all the people working with them that help influence buying decisions.

January 16th, 20262026-01-15T16:11:01+13:00

January 15th, 2026

HOT TOPIC

// Details of first electric BMW M3 revealed, set to launch in 2027

BMW has revealed details of its first proper all-electric M powertrain, which is set to launch with an M3-like performance sedan in 2027.

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“… its offering is the best in the market.”
Jeremy Spicer, Group General Manager, Andrew Simms Group

“… I can confidently say we never looked back.”
Davide Punturiero, Dealer Principal, Tristram European

“… I’d encourage you to trial it and experience the difference.”
Tina Doherty, Group Operations Manager, Ingham Motor Group

“… we regret not making the switch sooner …”
Hayden Dahm, Group Sales Manager, Manukau Toyota Group

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// Electric vehicles dominate women’s car awards with four category wins

Electric vehicles claimed four of six category wins in the 2026 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year awards, highlighting the automotive industry’s shift toward electrification as judged by 84 women motoring journalists from 54 countries.

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// How the Toyota RAV4 ended a decade of New Zealand sales dominance by the Ford Ranger

The Toyota RAV4 has ended 2025 as New Zealand’s top-selling new vehicle, knocking the Ford Ranger off the top spot after a decade of dominance.

// Battery electric vehicle market steady in 2025

New Zealand’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales held broadly steady in 2025, while plug-in hybrids recorded the strongest growth of any powertrain as the new vehicle market stabilised.

// New-vehicle sales climb

MIA reports overall registrations rose by seven per cent in 2025 compared to 2024.

// Used imports from Aussie rise

Customs figures for the whole of last year reveal mixed fortunes for different sectors.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// GM’s CEO Just Admitted An Uncomfortable Truth About Plug-In Hybrids

General Motors CEO Mary Barra has a grim assessment for drivers of plug-in hybrids: “They don’t plug them in.”

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Join a private community for car dealers to vent about the industry and joke about ‘interesting’ customers. A place to rant, debate, ask for help and help others.

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Reach a highly targeted group of automotive industry professionals. Dealer Principal’s, Sales Managers, Parts and Service Managers, Industry Suppliers, and all the people working with them that help influence buying decisions.

January 15th, 20262026-01-14T21:32:41+13:00
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