February 23rd, 2024
HOT TOPIC
// Volkswagen NZ slashes prices of electric range again
It seems that the only way is down for the prices of Volkswagen’s all-electric ID range, with the local arm of the brand slashing its prices once again.
- Stuff Motoring says Volkswagen slashes its electric vehicle prices in NZ (again)
- EVs and Beyond says Further discounts for Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5
HOT TOPIC
// New Zealand orders open for Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 is now officially available to order in New Zealand and the brand has announced that pricing will begin from $119,900 for the long-range single motor variant.
- AutoCar says The Polestar 4 is now on sale in New Zealand, arrives September
- Stuff Motoring says Polestar’s rear-window-less SUV priced ahead of launch
HOT TOPIC
// Colonial announces financial results for the first half of 2024
Colonial Motor Company Limited has released its financial results for the six months ended December 31, 2023.
- AutoFile says Colonial’s profit drops 35.9%
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BEST OF THE REST
// Mazda Iconic SP concept nears reality
Mazda’s Chief Designer, Masashi Nakayama, has hinted at exciting developments for those with fond memories of the Mazda RX-7.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Skodas used by police recalled over fire risk concerns
The Skoda Superb, a car recently adopted by the police, has been hit with a nationwide recall notice over a production issue that can lead to heightened fire risk.
// What are the top car brands for high-earning Kiwis?
A recent survey by Auto Trader has revealed intriguing insights into the car preferences of the UK’s high earners, making us curious about how high-earning Kiwis choose their cars.
// Dealership branching out
Company invests millions of dollars as it expands with new name, new headquarters and extra branches.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// 2025 Ram 1500 Ramcharger With ‘Unlimited’ Battery Range: Watch First-Ever Walkaround Video
This is the first time Ram has allowed the media to check out the 2025 Ramcharger.
// Report: Hyundai’s Genesis is backpedaling on all-EV plan, to hybrids
The brand had pledged that new gasoline combustion vehicles would be a thing of the past from 2025.
ONE LINERS
- Tesla Cybertruck braves deep waters in real-world ‘wade mode’ test
- Port’s finances ‘on-track’
- Marque gives ute the boot
- Zagato turns Alpine A110 into twin tail throwback
- Subaru suspends production following tragic worker death
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