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// Industry group renews push for Choice of Repairer law

The New Zealand Choice of Repairer Industry Leaders Group is intensifying its lobbying for a law protecting motorists’ right to pick their own vehicle repairer, pointing to growing backing from across the automotive sector as evidence for change.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

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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.

COMING SOON – VIR report included in all listings. Just another way we’re de-risking your wholesale buying.

• Trade smarter. Move faster. Stay ahead

IN OTHER NEWS

// Jaecoo announces J5 Hybrid pricing for New Zealand

Jaecoo New Zealand has confirmed its J5 Hybrid will join the local lineup from August 1, 2026, priced from $39,990 before on-road costs.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

// Dealer in court over odo tampering

A Tauranga vehicle dealer has been ordered to pay reparation and had his company fined $5,000 after a court case over a car sold with a tampered odometer.

• Read this article on Autofile

// Key role for dealership

Nigel Ackers has taken on the general manager of after-sales role at North Western Toyota in Henderson, west Auckland.

• Read this article on Autofile

// Vehicle spending increases

Motor vehicle spending on electronic cards climbed by $1.6 million, or 0.8 percent, month-on-month to reach $195 million in June, according to the latest Stats NZ figures.

• Read this article on Autofile

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// Knowledgeable, Experienced Team

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// ‘We Will Not Survive’: Toyota Boss Wants Japanese Automakers To Team Up To Beat Chinese EVs

Toyota Vice Chairman Koji Sato is pushing for Japanese automakers to standardise certain components in order to cut costs and compete more effectively against surging Chinese EV makers.

• Read this article on InsideEVs

ONE LINERS

• Honda NZ list 16 rare heritage cars for sale as Nelson operations close
• Jaecoo partners with Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey
• Volkswagen reveals ID. Cross electric SUV with 427km range
• 2027 Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 revealed with 500kW EV powertrain, 3-second 100km/h sprint

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Nursing, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

HOT TOPIC

// Foton New Zealand confident in new ute pairing to make a splash in crowded segment

Foton New Zealand has formally launched its Tunland V Series ute range to media, with dealer stock now arriving and customer deliveries underway.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

// More on this

• Stuff says NZ pricing confirmed for Foton Tunland ute range

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// De-risk your wholesale buying

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

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.

COMING SOON – VIR report included in all listings. Just another way we’re de-risking your wholesale buying.

• Trade smarter. Move faster. Stay ahead

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// XPeng X9 priced for New Zealand, deliveries under way

XPeng’s flagship X9 has gained New Zealand pricing, with the brand’s local website now listing the seven-seat electric MPV from $104,990, and the first customer cars are about to hit the road.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

IN OTHER NEWS

// XPeng’s L03 confirmed for New Zealand, here by year’s end

XPeng’s move on the New Zealand market isn’t stopping with the G6. The brand has confirmed its L03 crossover is on the way here, due to land at the end of Q4.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

// Chery reveals local specifications for Stockman plug-in hybrid ute

Chery has released New Zealand specifications for its upcoming Stockman ute ahead of its local launch, confirming a diesel plug-in hybrid powertrain producing 350kW and 800Nm.

• Read this article on EVs & Beyond

// Motor vehicle trader fined after selling SUV with tampered odometer

A Tauranga motor vehicle trader has been fined after selling a vehicle with a tampered odometer, with the company also buying back the vehicle following prosecution action by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// Vehicle spending edges higher as fuel purchases decline in June

Spending on motor vehicles edged higher in June while fuel purchases declined, according to the latest electronic card transaction data from Stats NZ.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// Business confidence picks up

Business confidence has bounced back with a net 12 per cent of New Zealand companies expecting an improvement in general economic conditions over the coming months.

• Read this article on Autofile

// Changes at ComCom

Rachael Coyle has started in her new role of head of dairy, fuel and payments with the Commerce Commission.

• Read this article on Autofile

// Palmerston North powerhouse: the New Zealand engineering behind a hypercar V12

A new super-limited hypercar with a stunning design, stripped back interior and a manual transmission, created by a former designer for Bugatti and Koenigsegg has taken a major step closer to production in a quiet corner of the Manawatu region.

• Read this article on Driven Car Guide

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// Knowledgeable, Experienced Team

Trusted Experts in EV Charging – Here to Help Every Step of the Way.

With years of experience in the New Zealand EV space, few companies have been supplying EV charging products as long as OEM Audio Ltd, the team behind EV Power.

We’re proud to hold the Consumer Trusted accreditation, giving you confidence in both our products and our customer service.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Lucid (LCID) stock halted, crashes 40% on bankruptcy report it denies

Lucid (LCID) stock was hit with multiple volatility halts and crashed more than 40% on Tuesday after a report claimed the EV maker was weighing Chapter 11 bankruptcy or going private.

• Read this article on Electrek

ONE LINERS

• Honda NZ heritage collection move sees 16 classics auctioned for charity
• Rare $1 million R34 GT-R headlines upcoming JDM auction in Auckland
• Mitsubishi Motors explores humanoid robot production
• Is Audi preparing a RS Q5 performance SUV?
• Alfa Romeo teases new SUV, and it’s not the Stelvio
• Denza Z debuts at Goodwood with 1180kW electric performance
• Mercedes starts C-Class EV production at Hungary plant
• Group hits sales milestone

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Nursing, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

HOT TOPIC

// Mini model’s limited run

A special-edition Mini Cooper is set to arrive in New Zealand in the final months of this year and will be limited to eight units for the local market.

• Read this article on Autofile

// More on this

• Stuff says Special edition Mini Cooper revealed, limited allocation confirmed for NZ

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// De-risk your wholesale buying

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

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.

COMING SOON – VIR report included in all listings. Just another way we’re de-risking your wholesale buying.

• Trade smarter. Move faster. Stay ahead

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// New Zealand specifications revealed for Chery’s diesel hybrid Stockman ute

Chery New Zealand has published all the details (minus pricing) of the new Stockman ute to its website.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

IN OTHER NEWS

// Nelson company launches lift-free e-bike rack

Nelson-based company Goover has unveiled what it describes as the world’s first bike rack that allows users to load an electric bike without lifting it.

• Read this article on EVs & Beyond

// Polestar 3 updated with 800V charging and more power for NZ

Polestar has confirmed New Zealand pricing and availability for the upgraded Polestar 3 electric vehicle (EV) SUV, with orders open now and first customer deliveries scheduled from mid-August 2026.

• Read this article on EVs & Beyond

// Light traffic eases as heavy vehicle volumes continue to climb

Light vehicle traffic declined in June while heavy vehicle movements continued to trend higher, pointing to resilient freight activity and economic production.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

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// Knowledgeable, Experienced Team

Trusted Experts in EV Charging – Here to Help Every Step of the Way.

With years of experience in the New Zealand EV space, few companies have been supplying EV charging products as long as OEM Audio Ltd, the team behind EV Power.

We’re proud to hold the Consumer Trusted accreditation, giving you confidence in both our products and our customer service.

Shop Online or Get in touch

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Renewables, Led By Solar, Were Largest Source of Energy Supply Growth Globally in 2025

Total energy supply (TES) exceeded 600EJ in 2025, a rise of 1.7% over 2024, continuing the long-term upward trend in energy demand. Renewables were the largest source of TES growth for the first time outside of a recession, with solar power accounting for 71% of this increase.

• Read this article on CleanTechnica

ONE LINERS

• iCaur V25: Chery’s mid-sized hybrid off-road SUV appears online
• SAIC tops two million global vehicle sales in first half
• Chery issues recall for Tiggo 8 SUV
• Fuel retailers seal merger
• GM upgrading in-car assistant
• Rare $1m Nissan Skyline to headline Sunday Drive JDM auction

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Nursing, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

HOT TOPIC

// MG Go! Concept previews MG 2 electric hot hatch

MG has used its appearance at the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed to show off the new Go! Concept.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

// More on this

• Driven Car Guide says MG reveals Go! electric hot hatch, bringing ‘desirability to the electric mainstream’

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// Sena & Co moves to take full control of 2 Cheap Cars

Sena & Co Ltd has signalled its intention to acquire all remaining shares in NZX-listed 2 Cheap Cars Group that it does not already own, lodging a takeover notice under the Takeovers Code.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// More on this

• Autofile says 2 Cheap Cars takeover bid

HOT TOPIC

// Inchcape fills top role

Inchcape Australasia has appointed Paul Mallard, who has more than 20 years of senior operational and commercial leadership experience, as general manager of New Zealand.

• Read this article on Autofile

// More on this

• AutoTalk says Inchcape names Paul Mallard as New Zealand General Manager

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// NPDGull launches national commercial fuel offer after merger completed

A new fuel retail business, NPDGull, has officially launched following the completion of the merger between NPD and Gull, with the company unveiling a national commercial fuel offer and outlining plans to invest in its operations.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// More on this

• Stuff says Massive fuel deal finalised as Gull and NPD join forces across NZ

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// De-risk your wholesale buying

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

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.

COMING SOON – VIR report included in all listings. Just another way we’re de-risking your wholesale buying.

• Trade smarter. Move faster. Stay ahead

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// Dongfeng Vigo recalled in New Zealand

Armstong’s has issued a recall for the Dongfeng Vigo in New Zealand, over brake calipers bolts that might not be torqued to spec.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

IN OTHER NEWS

// Hilux secures naming rights for NZ Rugby’s domestic competitions

Toyota Hilux has been announced as the new naming rights partner of New Zealand Rugby’s three premier domestic competitions, with the partnership coinciding with the 50th anniversaries of both the Hilux and the National Provincial Championship (NPC).

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// Agency suspends testing officers

Sixteen driver testing officers (DTOs) have been suspended, seven stood down and hundreds of motorists face having to resit practical driving tests after an investigation by the NZTA.

• Read this article on Autofile

// Crews train for crash rescues

More than 110 firefighters swarmed over scores of written-off cars as they tackled timed rescue simulations designed to mirror the conditions they encounter at crash scenes.

• Read this article on Autofile

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// Knowledgeable, Experienced Team

Trusted Experts in EV Charging – Here to Help Every Step of the Way.

With years of experience in the New Zealand EV space, few companies have been supplying EV charging products as long as OEM Audio Ltd, the team behind EV Power.

We’re proud to hold the Consumer Trusted accreditation, giving you confidence in both our products and our customer service.

Shop Online or Get in touch

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// China About To Get 156 New Electric Vehicle Models!

In the second half of 2026, a whopping 156 new electric vehicle models are expected to hit the Chinese auto market. Thinking from the perspective of an American looking at the US auto market, we don’t even have 156 EV models in total!

• Read this article on CleanTechnica

ONE LINERS

• Chery Tiggo 8 recalled over potential brake issue
• Mitsubishi Motors explores humanoid robot production in new partnership
• Watch: Mitsubishi gives us the best glimpse of the new Pajero’s interior yet
• Larger BYD Atto 1 uncovered in China
• 2027 Polestar 4 SUV teased: wagon-like EV gains rear window ahead of debut
• Skoda Elroq EV takes on 1980s supercars in a drag race (it doesn’t go well for the pastel generation)

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Nursing, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

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// NZ Car Dealers Facebook Group

Are you a member of the NZ Car Dealers Facebook Group? Join the conversation — it’s the place where dealers connect, share, and stay informed.

• Join the NZ Car Dealers Facebook Group

// Advertise Here

Want to reach New Zealand’s automotive industry? Contact us to find out more.

BEST OF TODAY

// Premium SUV enters third generation

Audi has announced the third generation of its Q7 will be available in New Zealand with seven seats and “delivers maximum versatility and everyday usability”.

• Read this article on Autofile

// MTF backs home venue

MTF Finance has announced it is strengthening its commitment to Dunedin, where the company has been based for more than five decades, by taking naming rights to a corporate space at Forsyth Barr Stadium.

• Read this article on Autofile

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// De-risk your wholesale buying

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

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.

COMING SOON – VIR report included in all listings. Just another way we’re de-risking your wholesale buying.

• Trade smarter. Move faster. Stay ahead

IN OTHER NEWS

// Just eight MINI Cooper Oxford Editions coming to New Zealand

MINI is marking 25 years of modern MINI production with a special edition celebrating its British home, and New Zealand will get just eight of them.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

// Performance car buyers’ guide

In the market for something sporty that doesn’t cost the earth? Here’s our guide to all the performance vehicles on the market under $100k.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

// GWM to triple EV lineup with Ora 5 Touring and Jolion Max SUV

GWM is set to significantly expand its battery-electric vehicle lineup in New Zealand, confirming the Ora 5 Touring and Haval Jolion Max EV are both destined for local showrooms.

• Read this article on Stuff

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// Knowledgeable, Experienced Team

Trusted Experts in EV Charging – Here to Help Every Step of the Way.

With years of experience in the New Zealand EV space, few companies have been supplying EV charging products as long as OEM Audio Ltd, the team behind EV Power.

We’re proud to hold the Consumer Trusted accreditation, giving you confidence in both our products and our customer service.

Shop Online or Get in touch

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// UNIGRID’s sodium-ion home battery debuts in Europe, US is next

Lithium-ion has long dominated home battery storage, but sodium-ion is starting to make its move. Sodium-ion battery startup UNIGRID has shipped the first units of its Na+Casa residential battery, with the first systems now installed in homes across Europe.

• Read this article on Electrek

ONE LINERS

• 2027 Hyundai Tucson spied with boxy new look and redesigned interior
• Pagani unveils manual-equipped Huayra 70 Derecho at Goodwood
• One-off Rolls-Royce Phantom Regatta makes public debut at Goodwood
• Production-ready Zenvo Aurora Tur unveiled with quad-turbo V12 engine
• New variant added to Land Rover Defender line-up
• Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 4Matic+ revealed as performance EV

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Nursing, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

OTHER STUFF

// NZ Car Dealers Facebook Group

Are you a member of the NZ Car Dealers Facebook Group? Join the conversation — it’s the place where dealers connect, share, and stay informed.

• Join the NZ Car Dealers Facebook Group

// Advertise Here

Want to reach New Zealand’s automotive industry? Get in touch to discuss advertising opportunities in The Full Brief.

HOT TOPIC

// Auto lending remains resilient as NZ credit demand softens

Vehicle finance demand held up in June even as overall consumer credit applications slowed, with New Zealand households continuing to favour bigger purchases over discretionary borrowing.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// More on this

• Autofile says Demand for car loans up 8.8%

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// You might be overpaying for vehicle reports

Many dealers stick with the familiar, even as costs keep rising. In reality, switching is simple and often just means paying less for the same checks.

“With CarJam, it’s reliable, easy to use, and excellent value for money.”
— Shaun, Castor Cars

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// First ORA 5 shipment sold out as New Zealand’s lowest-price electric SUV arrives

GWM’s first shipment of the ORA 5 electric SUV has already sold out in New Zealand, with most of a second shipment also allocated as the brand’s EV push gathers pace.

• Read this article on EVs & Beyond

IN OTHER NEWS

// Motor industry pioneer Mike Nelson dies aged 78

The New Zealand motor industry is remembering dealer, importer and entrepreneur Mike Nelson, who died on July 1 aged 78 after a five-decade career spanning dealerships and used-import ventures.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// Rising fuel prices driving behaviour change but EV cost remains biggest barrier – Genesis

New Genesis Energy research finds rising fuel costs are pushing more New Zealanders to change their travel habits, though the upfront price of EVs remains the biggest barrier to switching.

• Read this article on EVs & Beyond

// Mazda updates CX-60 range in New Zealand, ditches PHEV option

Mazda has simplified its New Zealand CX-60 line-up to three models, dropping the plug-in hybrid option in favour of an exclusively mild-hybrid range topped by a new Kuro variant.

• Read this article on AutoTrader NZ

// Banks cop it from regulator

The Commerce Commission has settled with three banks over responsible-lending breaches before handing enforcement of the relevant credit legislation to the Financial Markets Authority.

• Read this article on Autofile

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// 2028 BMW iX5 Hydrogen: Why BMW Won’t Give Up On Hydrogen Cars

BMW continues to back hydrogen fuel-cell technology for its iX5 Hydrogen, arguing hydrogen’s long-term storage advantages could complement batteries even though round-trip efficiency lags well behind lithium-ion.

• Read this article on InsideEVs

ONE LINERS

• GWM previews ORA 5 Touring, a bigger electric SUV bound for New Zealand
• GWM reveals updated Tank 300 with new plug-in hybrid option
• Polestar 4 SUV shown off ahead of global unveiling
• McMurtry unveils production-spec Spéirling PURE electric fan car
• Australia’s used EV sales surge despite softer market
• Bruce McLaren’s M6GT restored: The first McLaren road car is back
• Hennessey makes 1515kW manual hypercar

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Applied Management, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

HOT TOPIC

// New Zealand new-vehicle sales June: electric vehicles account for more than 1 in 3 vehicles registered

The popularity of plug-in vehicles continued to rise in New Zealand in June, with battery electric (BEV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models accounting for 38% of registrations – more than 1 in 3 registrations.

• Read this article on Driven Car Guide

// More on this

• EVs & Beyond says MIA: EV momentum continues despite economic headwinds
• Autofile says Passenger vehicle demand grows

// Australia’s record June driven by EV surge as BYD closes on Toyota

Australia’s new vehicle market recorded its strongest month on record in June, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounting for almost a quarter of all sales and BYD climbing to become the country’s second-best-selling automotive brand.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// More on this

• AutoTrader says BYD falls just 243 units short of toppling Toyota in record Australian month

// Lamborghini Urus SE Performante raises hybrid super SUV peak

Lamborghini has revealed the Urus SE Performante, a sharper plug-in hybrid derivative that pushes the brand’s super SUV formula further into performance territory.

• Read this article on Driven Car Guide

// More on this

• Stuff says Lamborghini Urus SE Performante revealed as its fastest, most powerful SUV yet

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// You might be overpaying for vehicle reports

Many dealers stick with the familiar, even as costs keep rising. In reality, switching is simple and often just means paying less for the same checks.

“With CarJam, it’s reliable, easy to use, and excellent value for money.”
— Shaun, Castor Cars

Request a side-by-side comparison and see what you could save!

BEST OF THE REST

// EV expo to debut in Auckland this November

A new consumer-focused event showcasing electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and emerging transport technology will debut in Auckland later this year.

• Read this article on EVs & Beyond

// GWM New Zealand to launch eight new models over next six months

GWM New Zealand has announced plans to launch eight new models locally in the next six months as part of a new product expansion.

• Read this article on AutoTrader

IN OTHER NEWS

// Auto Distributors reaffirms Peugeot here to stay

New Zealand’s Peugeot distributor, Auto Distributors (ADNZ), has reaffirmed its commitment to the marque and moved to reassure customers and dealers the brand is here to stay.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// Autosure’s Martin Keane – Integrity, Consistency and a Passion for Partnership

If you haven’t already met him, we’re pleased to introduce you to Martin Keane, our new Account Manager for the South Island.

• Read this article on AutoTalk

// Google Maps employs AI to create Kiwi voice that speaks te reo Māori place names correctly

Google Maps is rolling out new software for New Zealand that will correctly pronounce Aotearoa place names “the way they should sound”.

• Read this article on Driven Car Guide

// Mazda CX-5, BMW X3, MG MGS6 EV and Cupra Formentor earn five-star ANCAP ratings

Four SUVs spanning mainstream, premium, electric, and performance segments have secured five-star ANCAP safety ratings in the latest round of crash testing.

• Read this article on Stuff

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// Make the smart decision

Trusted by smart Franchise dealers Nationwide.

The smart decision is using a company that’s sold over 50,000 EV charging products in New Zealand since 2016.

A company that holds ‘Consumer Trusted’ accreditation, giving you confidence in both their product and customer service.

Shop Online at EV Power

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// CATL is building more than 200 battery swap stations EVERY MONTH

The CATL-backed Choco-SEB battery swap network deployed its 2,000th swapping station June 30th, wrapping up another month of incredibly rapid growth that’s seen the company average more than 200 deployments in each and every month of 2026.

• Read this article on Electrek

ONE LINERS

• Jetour Zongheng F700 ute could pack over 600kW from hybrid powertrain
• Tesla deliveries jump 25% in Q2
• BMW X5 goes electric with 800km range
• Group establishes finance venture
• Alfa Romeo 155 DTM legend reborn as 740bhp carbon-fibre super saloon
• Bugatti sends off its iconic W16 engine with a porcelain-clad Mistral
• Ford details trio of 370kW Ranger race utes for Thai series
• McMurtry unveils production Spéirling PURE – the 1000bhp electric fan car
• 2026 CarExpert Choice Awards: Best Ute
• Mercedes-AMG’s original F1 Medical Car gets museum spotlight
• KGM dumped by distributor: Inchcape drop South Korean brand after three years in NZ
• Volkswagen ID. Polo EV hatch unlikely for NZ, but ID. Cross SUV is as stronger contender

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// Farmer Autovillage Wheel Repairs

Now offering precision machine face wheel repairs and professional powder coating using our advanced WheelRestore diamond cutting machine and specialist coating equipment. From cost-effective repairs to full blackouts, it’s the perfect solution for used vehicle reconditioning.

Fast turnaround times – Simply send us the wheel complete with tyre and we’ll return it repaired, fitted, balanced, and ready to roll.

Contact: tyreadvisors@farmerautovillage.co.nz

EMPLOYMENT

// Need a super reliable Sales Admin?

Rachel is the ex-Content Administrator for the Full Brief. Initially contracted from Nigeria, she is quite honestly one of the most reliable employees I’ve ever worked with.

Rachel is experience in Sales Administration and is now in NZ studying Applied Management, and available for up to 25 hours / week in Auckland or remotely. Her husband is also available for full-time work and is experienced in Automotive Parts Management.

Check them out: Download Rachel’s CV | Download Alamu’s CV

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