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// New pictures of 2025 Nissan Leaf ahead of debut

The new third-generation Nissan Leaf is about to have its global reveal, ahead of a formal launch later in the year. It’s around 4.5m long and will have a maximum range of almost 600km. Nissan says it will build the new crossover in Sunderland alongside the electric Juke.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

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• AutoCar says New pictures of 2025 Nissan Leaf before imminent debut

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// Hybrid rival for Toyota RAV4 detailed ahead of NZ arrival

Following something of a pregnant pause, MG has finally lifted the lid on its upcoming hybrid-powered HS mid-size SUVs — a pair of models destined for launch in New Zealand later this year.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• EVs and Beyond says MG HS Super Hybrid: Strong range for PHEV

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// Guilty of WOF fraud

Business owner given home detention after wrongly issuing 677 certifications. An Aucklander has been convicted for operating as an unapproved vehicle inspector and fraudulently issuing warrants of fitness (WOFs).

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Auckland man sentenced after issuing 677 fake WoFs

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// Chery expands NZ network

Brand announces partnership with Ingham Motor Group will cover four North Island dealerships. Chery New Zealand says Ingham Motor Group will be part of the brand’s 10-strong dealership network when it officially launches here in July 2025.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Electric cars found to slash brake dust emissions by 83%, new study reveals

Electric vehicles (EVs) are not just reducing tailpipe emissions — they’re also helping clean up the air by cutting brake dust pollution, according to a new study.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

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// LDV NZ launches Terron 9 ute at Fieldays

Following a recent preview, LDV NZ will unleash its Terron 9 double-cab ute to the public at Fieldays next week.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// BMW 5 Series leads bold ICE revamp with Neue Klasse makeover

BMW will facelift the 5 Series just a year after launch to align its design with upcoming Neue Klasse EVs.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// Avanti Finance expands auto lending team with new relationship managers

Avanti Finance is enhancing its presence in the automotive finance market with the appointment of two new Auto Relationship Managers, part of a wider push to provide better support to car dealers across New Zealand.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• Halo Golf R hot-hatch receives an update for 2025
• Fleet operators cite customer demand as top driver for EV and alt-fuel shift – Teletrac Navman
• Bolt launches in Auckland, challenging ride-share duopoly
• Alpine reveals A390 electric SUV
• Australian vehicle market dips in May, but SUVs surge ahead
• Company profits jump
• McLaren 750S Le Mans is a track demon
• Still no M1 successor? BMW M says “not yet”

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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// Trade Me takes 50% stake in Stuff Digital Ltd

Trade Me is expanding its digital presence, announcing it will take a 50% stake in Stuff Digital Ltd—the business behind stuff.co.nz, New Zealand’s most visited news website.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoFile says Trade Me deal with Stuff

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// Government passes MTA’s third Warrant of Fitness check

The Government is roadworthy and driving forward in key areas, the Motor Trade Association says in its third ‘Warrant of Fitness’ check of the term.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoFile says ‘Big tick’ for training

STATS WEEK

// Nissan ute makes big gains

Navara bucks trend with 108.8 per cent sales jump as light commercial market down from a year ago. There were 3,434 new commercials registered last month, a drop of 9.9 per cent when compared with 3,813 in May 2024.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// New passenger car sales climb

Mitsubishi ASX and Ford Everest record significant rises from May 2024 but Toyota’s RAV4 remains number one model. There were 6,815 new passenger vehicles registered in May, which was up by 7.3 per cent from 6,350 units in the same month of last year.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Used imports slip in May, Toyota hybrids lead the pack

The used import market remained subdued in May 2025, with a total of 7563 light vehicles registered—7273 passenger vehicles and 290 commercials—according to Waka Kotahi data.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// New vehicle registrations steady in May as commercials bounce back

New vehicle registrations totalled 11,210 units in May 2025, a stable result in line with April’s performance. The mix included 7,041 passenger vehicles and 4,169 light commercials, according to Waka Kotahi data.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Toyota trio lead used market

Aqua, Prius and Corolla continue to dominate as sector reports overall registrations down year-on-year. The number of used-imported cars registered in New Zealand fell by 18.1 per cent last month to 7,273, when compared with the 8,877 units in May 2024.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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// New sub-$30k car confirmed for New Zealand

As numerous carmakers step away from offering small, cheap cars in New Zealand, Mahindra is set to buck the trend — announcing it will soon offer a sub-$30,000 crossover called the XUV 3X0.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Stepping forward for king’s honours

Recipients include ex-MP Steven Joyce, rentals company owner and “voice of motorsport”. Steven Joyce, who was Minister of Transport from 2008-11, has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services as an MP.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Chinese carmaker stokes unlikely rivalry between 4×4 hybrid utes

Amid the arrival of a sea of new ute models, many from brands fresh to the Australasian market, a new rivalry appears to be emerging between two plug-in hybrids from China — the GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV and the BYD Shark 6.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Hyundai’s ute dreams get real: global pickup confirmed

Hyundai has officially confirmed plans for a global ute, distinct from the US-only Santa Cruz. Launch timing depends on platform and powertrain, with diesel and electric both under review.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// BYD’s Five-Minute ‘Megawatt’ Chargers Are A Big Deal. 15,000 More Are Coming

BYD already has 500 of these five-minute fast-chargers up and running. Now, a lot more are on the way.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

ONE LINERS

• A Ferrari 458 Spider burns an hour after delivery
• Bentley Bentayga Speed returns and it’s not a hybrid
• Bulletproof or bust: why Bill Gates once walked out on Mercedes
• Volvo taps Gemini AI to become Google’s testbed on wheels

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// Alpine A390 electric SUV has three motors, gobs of power

Alpine’s first electric SUV we previewed earlier this year, and now the A390 has disrobed in all its glory. Two of the colour schemes available. Blue goes without saying for Alpine.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Volvo taps Gemini AI to become Google’s testbed on wheels

Volvo will be the first carmaker to integrate Google’s Gemini AI, replacing Google Assistant in selected models.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Showroom given luxury revamp

Bespoke commissioning atelier centrepiece of Rolls-Royce’s only dealership in New Zealand. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Auckland has officially opened its newly redesigned showroom in Newmarket and marked the occasion by giving the marque’s Ghost Series II and Black Badge Spectre their national debut.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Most new cars in Norway are EVs. How a freezing country beat range anxiety

Just a few years ago, almost no one drove electric vehicles up here. In this remote region north of the Arctic Circle – where reindeer outnumber people, avalanches can bury roads in winter and sunlight disappears for weeks – “range anxiety” takes on a new meaning.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// EV Batteries Got 20% Cheaper Last Year

The good news: Cheaper batteries mean cheaper EVs. The bad news: China’s battery costs are still dropping faster than ours.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

ONE LINERS

• Ford’s wild Super Mach-E preps for Pikes Peak showdown
• Bulletproof or bust: why Bill Gates once walked out on Mercedes
• Bohema blitz: obscure Czech supercar stuns with record Top Gear lap

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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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.

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HOT TOPIC

// Skoda’s former Favorit gets a modern makeover

Skoda has reimagined the Favorit as a modern electric car. The designer used the original’s Bertone-penned lines as inspiration for new Modern Solid styling.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• Driven says Skoda reinvents an old favourite

HOT TOPIC

// Top spec MG3 Hybrid+ shines in competitive light car market

Since it launched on the New Zealand market nearly 12 months ago, more than 779 units of the new generation MG3 have been retailed as of April 30, 2025.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoCar says The MG HS just got a performance and economy boost

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// 2 Cheap Cars posts $3.3m profit

Used vehicle retailer 2 Cheap Cars has reported a net profit after tax (NPAT) of $3.3 million for the year ending 31 March 2025, in line with prior guidance despite a subdued market and softening consumer demand.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoFile says ‘Tough’ trading dents profit

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// First official pictures emerge of new Jeep Cherokee

The first images of the next-generation Jeep Cherokee were released by Stellantis overnight. And it resembles an enlarged Compass. It is another Jeep that will come with the option of EV power.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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// Not on board: which carmakers are skipping Apple CarPlay Ultra (for now)

Apple’s long-awaited CarPlay Ultra has officially hit the road with Aston Martin, but not every carmaker is keen to let it behind the wheel.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// Govt refreshes Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund

The Government has unveiled a major refresh of the Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund, with Energy Minister Simon Watts saying the changes will better support New Zealand businesses to transition to cleaner, more competitive supply chains.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Customer demand driving fleet sustainability push

A new global report by Teletrac Navman has revealed customer expectations are now the most influential factor in the freight industry’s shift toward alternative energy, with 63% of fleet operators citing customer demand as the key driver in their energy transition strategies.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// MTF holds steady as originator earnings hit record high

MTF Finance has reported record originator earnings of $48.1 million in its FY25 half-year results, up 9 percent on the previous period, as the dealer-driven lender leans into long-term investment amid ongoing market uncertainty.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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// Service Advisor

Bay City Mitsubishi   |  Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Multi-award-winning Mitsubishi dealership. Mon to Fri, no weekends! Competitive salary and commissions.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Changan Solid State Battery Will Unlock Up To 1500 Kilometers Of Range

At CleanTechnica, we have often said the EV Revolution is just getting started and the batteries that will power our electric cars and trucks in 2030 have yet to be invented. We were wrong. It looks now as if those batteries will be here in about 2 years.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

ONE LINERS

• Will Alpine launch a hydrogen-powered supercar eventually?
• Toyota triumphs in trust awards
• A Honda NSX-R recently netted almost $NZ1.8m
• Tesla investors ask board to make Musk work full-time
• CATL’s electrolyte breakthrough could double battery life, shake up EV future
• Bridgestone is NZ’s most trusted tyre brand for the 9th year running
• Suzuki partners with NZ animator for a unique ad

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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.

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HOT TOPIC

// NZ’s most trusted new-car, used-car and tyre brands revealed in Reader’s Digest survey

Toyota has once again been named New Zealand’s most trusted new-car brand in the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Awards, marking an impressive 20 consecutive years in the top automotive spot. It also scored highly overall, in 3rd place behind chocolate and charity: Whittaker’s and Westpac Rescue.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Bridgestone named most trusted tyre brand
• AutoFile says MTF highly commended in most trusted brands awards

HOT TOPIC

// MTA says police don’t attend all service station crimes

An apparent directive within police not to investigate fuel theft below $150 is unacceptable says the Motor Trade Association (MTA).

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoFile says Fuel theft level ‘unacceptable’

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// Dealership ordered to pay over $450,000 for loan disclosure breaches

Wellington-based motor vehicle dealer and lender El Cheapo Cars has been ordered to pay more than $450,000 in penalties and compensation after pleading guilty to breaching consumer credit laws.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Mitsubishi NZ celebrates top dealers following market gains

The awards, held on 19 May at Sheraton Fiji Golf and Beach Resort, honoured dealerships that contributed significantly to Mitsubishi’s performance in calendar year 2024. MMNZ increased its sales by 5.5%, achieving 14,156 registrations and securing an 11.7% market share, despite the overall market declining by 14.1%.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Lotus revamps Eletre and Emeya line-up

Lotus has revamped the line-up for its electric Eletre hyper-SUV and Emeya hyper-GT. The new model range starts from $189,900, available to order now at Lotus Auckland.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Chery NZ appoints Blackwells Motor as Christchurch dealer

Chery New Zealand has named Blackwells Motor Limited as its official dealership for Christchurch, expanding the brand’s local network.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Troubled carmaker hopes hybrid focus can trigger financial recovery

Money-losing Japanese automaker Nissan is banking on its latest “e-Power” technology for a turnaround.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

CARJOBS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

// Service Advisor

Bay City Mitsubishi   |  Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Multi-award-winning Mitsubishi dealership. Mon to Fri, no weekends! Competitive salary and commissions.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Android Auto’s New Features Will Make Being Parked Less Boring

You’ll be able to watch full-screen videos and even browse websites through your car’s infotainment screen.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

ONE LINERS

• Defender updated for 2025
• LDV committed to tradies
• Customer demand driving green fleets, report finds
• Geneva’s profit up 66%
• Turners Cars posts record $38.6m net profit
• Volvo’s latest creation leaks early online, signals big change
• Tesla’s plans to build factory in Australia prompt local backlash
• Honda hits 500 million motorcycles: that’s a Super effort
• De Tomaso P72 is production-ready and as stunning as ever

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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.

• Join the discussion

// 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.

• thefullbrief.nz/advertise/

HOT TOPIC

// NZ’s most trusted new-car, used-car and tyre brands revealed in Reader’s Digest survey

Toyota has once again been named New Zealand’s most trusted new-car brand in the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Awards, marking an impressive 20 consecutive years in the top automotive spot. It also scored highly overall, in 3rd place behind chocolate and charity: Whittaker’s and Westpac Rescue.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Bridgestone named most trusted tyre brand
• AutoTalk says MTF highly commended in most trusted brands awards

HOT TOPIC

// MTA says police don’t attend all service station crimes

An apparent directive within police not to investigate fuel theft below $150 is unacceptable says the Motor Trade Association (MTA).

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Fuel theft level ‘unacceptable’

SPONSORED BY AUTOFLIP

// AutoFlip: Flipin’ Easy!

Expanding your inventory? Selling aged stock? AutoFlip makes it flipin’ easy with a world-class, user-friendly platform backed by dedicated personal support. It’s never been easier to access a range of pre-qualified quality vehicles or get rid of your unwanted ones.

Set your preferences to get notified in real-time when vehicles you want are listed. Finding quality stock couldn’t be simpler, and selling is just as seamless, thanks to AutoFlip’s advanced AI technology, secure transactions and a team dedicated to helping you generate more profit.

No sign-up fees, no listing fees. Join now and get great local stock fast.

BEST OF THE REST

// Dealership ordered to pay over $450,000 for loan disclosure breaches

Wellington-based motor vehicle dealer and lender El Cheapo Cars has been ordered to pay more than $450,000 in penalties and compensation after pleading guilty to breaching consumer credit laws.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

THE FULL BRIEF PODCAST

// No time to read?

Now you can listen to all the daily industry news in under 5 minutes on The Full Brief podcast.

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Mitsubishi NZ celebrates top dealers following market gains

The awards, held on 19 May at Sheraton Fiji Golf and Beach Resort, honoured dealerships that contributed significantly to Mitsubishi’s performance in calendar year 2024. MMNZ increased its sales by 5.5%, achieving 14,156 registrations and securing an 11.7% market share, despite the overall market declining by 14.1%.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Lotus revamps Eletre and Emeya line-up

Lotus has revamped the line-up for its electric Eletre hyper-SUV and Emeya hyper-GT. The new model range starts from $189,900, available to order now at Lotus Auckland.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Chery NZ appoints Blackwells Motor as Christchurch dealer

Chery New Zealand has named Blackwells Motor Limited as its official dealership for Christchurch, expanding the brand’s local network.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Troubled carmaker hopes hybrid focus can trigger financial recovery

Money-losing Japanese automaker Nissan is banking on its latest “e-Power” technology for a turnaround.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

CARJOBS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

// Service Advisor

Bay City Mitsubishi   |  Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Multi-award-winning Mitsubishi dealership. Mon to Fri, no weekends! Competitive salary and commissions.

• Learn more on CarJobs

// Senior Automotive Technician

Bay City Mitsubishi   |  Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Multi-award-winning Mitsubishi dealership. Mon to Fri, no weekends! Competitive remuneration aligned with your experience

• Learn more on CarJobs

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Android Auto’s New Features Will Make Being Parked Less Boring

You’ll be able to watch full-screen videos and even browse websites through your car’s infotainment screen.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

ONE LINERS

• Defender updated for 2025
• LDV committed to tradies
• Customer demand driving green fleets, report finds
• Geneva’s profit up 66%
• Turners Cars posts record $38.6m net profit
• Volvo’s latest creation leaks early online, signals big change
• Tesla’s plans to build factory in Australia prompt local backlash
• Honda hits 500 million motorcycles: that’s a Super effort
• De Tomaso P72 is production-ready and as stunning as ever

SPONSORED BY CARJOBS

// Reach the Best Local Talent for only $49

Seek and TradeMe don’t focus on your local area. We do.

Target your local auto industry professionals who could be the perfect fit for your team (even those not actively looking) .

• High-Profile Advert on CarJobs.co.nz – for up to 8 weeks.
• 1 Week of Highly Targeted Local Promotion on Facebook & Instagram
• We Handle Everything — from ad setup to social campaign execution.

All for just $49 with our Local Leverage Package!

Get Started Today

OTHER STUFF

// 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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A hot GTi variant of the electric e-208 will debut ahead of Le Mans 24 Hour race on Jun 13.

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// Ingham franchises land awards

Nissan dealership on Auckland’s North Shore takes top gong while Cambridge business comes third. Two Ingham Nissan dealerships have been recognised as being among the marque’s top-performing retailers in the country by earning multiple honours in the 2024 Nissan Elite Dealer Excellence Awards.

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// EV battery fires expose New Zealand regulatory gap – VIA

The fire that destroyed a North Shore recycling facility (on Thursday April 24) is a stark reminder of what’s at stake when battery systems outpace regulation.

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// ‘Resilience’ key to success

Lower interest rates predicted to translate into “more robust demand” for vehicles. Turners Automotive Group anticipates continued “strong progress” over the next 12 months towards its medium-term goal of $65 million in net profit after tax (NPAT) even though the economic recovery is expected to be gradual.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Nissan may sell its HQ to save funds

Amid a series of cost-cutting efforts (outlined here) in its fight for survival, Nissan may sell off its global headquarters.

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Japanese carmaker Suzuki is set to add a new model to its line-up later this year as it looks to take on the likes of the Mitsubishi ASX and Kia Seltos.

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// Toyota rated NZ’s most trusted carmaker for 20 years running

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// Turners posts record $38.6m net profit, caps decade of growth

Turners Automotive Group has delivered a record net profit after tax of $38.6 million for the financial year ending March 31, up 17% on the prior year, rounding off what the company describes as “a decade of sustainable growth”.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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// BMW M2 CS returns with more power and pace

The second-generation BMW M2 arrived in 2022 but there has been no Competition model, at least in the EU. Instead BMW has revealed the full-fat M2 CS.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Sodium-ion batteries’ three big promises – IDTechEx

Sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a compelling alternative to lithium-ion, offering a unique blend of material abundance, system compatibility, and enhanced safety.

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// CEO becomes executive director

Todd Hunter will continue in current CEO role at Turners in addition to non-independent director’s role. Turners Automotive Group has announced the appointment of Todd Hunter as an executive director of the company.

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// Land Rover Discovery Tempest for NZ: 4×4 7-seater goes further down the luxury route

Following on from its Discovery-range update (read our D350 review here), Land Rover New Zealand will introduce a new flagship model in November: the Tempest.

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// Trio of electric vehicles score top crash safety marks

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// MTA on Budget 2025: A quiet win for the automotive industry

Budget 2025 may not have delivered headline announcements for roads or vehicles, but its focus on business incentives and workforce policy has been broadly welcomed by the automotive sector.

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// Trade Me Motors appoints new industry relationships manager

Trade Me Motors has named Steve Vermeulen as its new automotive industry relationships manager, a role aimed at strengthening engagement with the sector.

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// New govt fleet management contract launched

A new all-of-government (AoG) fleet management services contract has been launched, offering public sector agencies access to a wider range of vehicle and fleet services under a refreshed panel of 11 providers.

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The first units of Tesla’s updated Model Y, nicknamed ‘Project Juniper’, have arrived at the brand’s South Auckland site. These first models are available for customer test drives, with first pre-order deliveries set to come next month.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// New CCS fee revealed

NZTA announces registering newly imported light vehicles will cost an extra $22.46 from July 1.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Chinese carmaker overtakes Tesla in EU as drivers revolt against Musk

Chinese electric car maker BYD has outsold Tesla in Europe for the first time, in what experts described as a “watershed moment”.

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Ford New Zealand is delighted to share that Colonial Motor Company has appointed Alex Delaney as dealer principal at Fagan Motors, the Masterton-based Ford dealership.

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VIA issues reminder to check Japanese recall databases for vehicles purchased in Japan. Dealers are being advised to ensure all recalls on vehicles are closed out before they try to bring them into the country.

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