December 2nd, 2025
HOT TOPIC
// Navara ‘what Kiwis need’
Next generation of Nissan’s ute is revealed ahead of showroom arrival next year.
STATS WEEK
// New car sales jump 14.5%
Toyota, Mitsubishi and Ford models complete top five for November as 2025 total appears on course to top 100,000 units.
// Growth for commercials
Two vans among last month’s top five models, while gap between top marques closes for year-to-date sales.
// Toyota leads used market
Japanese marque takes out top three model spots as sector suffers year-on-year dip for registrations.
// New-vehicle sales rebound in November
New-vehicle sales rose in November, delivering a welcome lift to the market after a quieter first half of the year.
// New-vehicle market gains ground in November
The new-vehicle market strengthened in November, with both passenger and commercial registrations ahead of the same month last year and helping to lift the sector after a subdued first half.
// Import marks still failing to fire
The used import market eased again in November, with both passenger and commercial registrations down on the same month last year and continuing the softer trend seen through the second half of 2025.
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BEST OF THE REST
// Jailed chop shop boss loses $1.8m in properties
A Christchurch chop shop operator jailed for receiving stolen vehicles will lose two Wellington properties worth $1.79 million after the High Court approved their sale under proceeds of crime legislation.
// Rotorua car dealer closes after 20 years
Barry Grouby Motors has closed its Rotorua car yard after 20 years of operation, with owner Barry Grouby citing industry red tape and changing market conditions as key factors in the decision.
IN OTHER NEWS
// NZ Commercial Distributors begins Mercedes-Benz Vans distribution in New Zealand
NZ Commercial Distributors Limited (NZCD) has officially taken over vehicle distribution, parts supply and technical support for Mercedes-Benz Vans in New Zealand, effective November 29.
// Lexus New Zealand sales hit record high
Lexus New Zealand has hit an annual sales record with one month still to go in 2025, the brand reports.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Waymo Has A Charging Problem
A neighborhood dispute over Waymo’s overnight charging in Santa Monica has bigger implications for the autonomous taxi space.
ONE LINERS
- Honda revives Prelude nameplate as hybrid sports model – NZ orders open
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- Lotus announces plans for 710kW plug-in hybrid SUV
- Audi adds more button in early update for key models
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