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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// US: Stellantis Doubled PHEV Sales In Q1 2023

Plug-in hybrid Jeeps are selling like hot cakes.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

// UK: Plug-In Car Sales Reached A New Record In March 2023

The Tesla Model Y was the best-selling model last month.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Tesla staff shared recordings from customers’ cars, Reuters says

Tesla workers shared images and videos with one another that customers’ cars recorded during the last several years, Reuters reported, citing interviews with former employees.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Unleash the deep sea robots? A quandary as EV makers hunt for metals

The deep seabed is teeming with potato-sized rocks packed with the nickel, cobalt, copper and manganese EV manufacturers covet.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• We sell cars and Utes with a difference

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HOT TOPIC

// Tesla workers shared footage of naked customers, could see inside Elon Musk’s garage using vehicles’ cameras

Tesla workers shared videos of naked customers and could see inside Elon Musk’s own garage using cameras installed in the company’s vehicles.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// More on this 

• Electrek says Class action lawsuit filed against Tesla after video privacy scandal

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// We create winning descriptions for your vehicles!

Introducing the power of Artificial Intelligence!

Imagine not having to worry about writing great marketing content on every vehicle you list. Now imagine the time and money savings.

Our descriptions may include some features you may not know your cars have! (we have multiple data collection sources)

Easy setup – we auto-integrate with your VMS.

• More info at www.drivetext.co.nz or contact Ange: 0800 1 DRIVE (0800 137 483) – 021 513 555 – ange@drivetext.co.nz

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// American electric ute all but confirmed to launch in New Zealand

Ram has announced more details of its electric 1500 REV truck at the New York Motor Show, along with confirming an Australian launch, which almost certainly means it’ll launch here too.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Teases Three New EVs Including Compact Car With 53-kWh LFP Pack

The upcoming compact passenger car is projected to have a sales potential of 42 million, almost double that of the Model 3/Y.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// Car Sales

• Auto 66, Hamilton Central
• We sell cars and Utes with a difference

// Dealer Manager

• Verhoeven Group Ltd (Kawasaki), Te Rapa, Waikato
• Supporting the nationwide Kawasaki dealer network

// New Vehicle Salesperson

• Winger Pukekohe, Drive car, fuel allowance and phone
• Uncapped earnings – Top performers $100k + per year

NEW Boost your job ads here for only $50/wk. Email dan@thefullbrief.nz for details

IN OTHER NEWS

// Jeep Wrangler gets mid-life facelift and new tech

The current generation Jeep Wrangler has been given a facelift as it approaches the middle of its lifecycle along with…

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Ute recalled in New Zealand over fire risk concerns

One of the largest pick-ups on the market has been recalled over a potential fire risk issue relating to the model’s transmission.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Ford New Zealand adds electric E-Transit Courier to lineup
• Toyota to sell 1.5 million EVs by 2026, roll out 10 new models
• China slowly squeezes global carmakers out of its massive market

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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HOT TOPIC

// Toyota Hilux GR Sport surprise reveal and pricing

The new high performance Toyota Hilux GR Sport was on show at the recent Toyota Gazoo Racing Festival in Cromwell late March although it has yet to hit New Zealand’s roads, expected in May.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• Driven says Toyota has quietly revealed the price of its range-topping Hilux GR Sport
• Stuff Motoring says Pricing revealed for the most powerful Toyota Hilux yet

HOT TOPIC

// MG’s latest EV news leaves more questions than answers

MG Motor New Zealand has confirmed some of the pricing and spec of its upcoming and much anticipated MG4 fully electric hatchback via an announcement that features one big surprise and a host of unanswered questions.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says MG4 priced for New Zealand, orders open soon
• EVs and Beyond says MG surprises with 64kWh start model

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota NZ CEO offers reward for return of stolen kart

Toyota New Zealand chief executive Neeraj Lala is offering a $2000 for the return of his son’s stolen go-kart

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Toyota boss’ appeal over stolen kart

HOT TOPIC

// Drive Electric’s election call

Political parties are being urged to back electric-vehicle policies to slash emissions and save Kiwis money.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Drive Electric calls on politicians to embrace EV transition
• EVs and Beyond says Drive Electric urges political parties to embrace e-mobility

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// Ram 1500 REV makes public debut boasting 800km range

Ram has shown its first fully electric pick-up truck, the 1500 REV, to a public audience at the New York International Auto Show where they were given key details about the upcoming model such as its targeted 800km+ range.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Plans To Manufacture 4 Million Less Expensive Electric Cars Each Year

Reports from sources in China say Tesla is busy making progress toward bringing a new model to market that will sell for $25,000.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// General Sales Manager

• Honda North Shore, Auckland
• A rare opportunity for a highly motivated and process-driven individual

// New & Used Vehicle Sales Person

• Roger Gill Motors. Pukekohe, Auckland
• Operate from brand-new purpose-built facilities in Pukekohe

// Car Grooming and Shuttle Driving Superstar!

• Snap Rentals. Frankton, Otago
• Do you want the BEST workmates and to work with the BEST team?

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Hyundai Ioniq 6 is 2023 World Car of the Year

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 won not only the 2023 World Car of the Year but also the 2023 World Electric Vehicle and 2023 World Car Design of the Year awards.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// New adapter provides EV charging station safety

A new charging adapter makes a quick release and escape possible for drivers in threatening situations while charging their EVs.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Hikotron accelerates Hamilton’s EV infrastructure

Hamilton has 20 new EV charge points due to a strategic partnership between local company Hikotron and the Hamilton City Council.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Savvy Electric Motorcycles?

It has been some time in the making has the C-Series electric bike from Savic Motorcycles but the Australian firm is closing in on production,

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Cupra Born V+ pricing revealed for New Zealand
• Easter Safari: Jeep reveals seven new concepts to the faithful
• Kia aims for 1.6 million EV sales by 2030
• Schneider Electric launches new EVLink Home charger
• BYD sold more EVs than Tesla last year
• Register now for VIA April Webinar
• Trucking boss moving on

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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HOT TOPIC

// More Tesla price cuts

Tesla has reduced its New Zealand prices for the third time in four months.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Tesla cuts prices of cars in New Zealand yet again
• Stuff Motoring says Tesla slashes NZ prices on its most popular models

HOT TOPIC

// Ford Ranger recalled due to seat belt fault

Ford has recalled its most popular vehicle in New Zealand, the Ranger, over a supposed fault with the vehicle’s seat belts.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says Ford Ranger models recalled over seat belt concerns

HOT TOPIC

// Vehicle arrives up in March

A total 24,646 vehicle imports hit the wharves in March which was up by 40% compared to the previous month.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Vehicle imports jump

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// We’ve listened – introducing a new online option.

Advertise your vehicles to our fast growing audience of buyers – PLUS:

Use our B2B marketplace (no cost) to sell trades etc. and buy stock directly from Japan and the UK (16k cars for sale).

• 3+ years investment in SEO
• 5.14M impressions at 365% growth (past 12 months) – now at 20k a day.
• 20+ years online experience (we brought you AutoBase).

SEO, Google Search & Display, Social and consumer email campaigns included.

Visit www.autoport.nz/dealers

Or call/text Daniel Featonby on 021 400 568 or call us on 0800 7000 44.

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// High-tech approach to listings

Artificial intelligence is allowing dealers to create detailed car adverts while giving them more time to deal with customers.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Polestar 2 Beats Tesla Model 3 To Become The Most Popular Electric Company Car In Germany

The Swedish-designed EV also made its way into the top ten overall rankings.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// General Sales Manager

• Honda North Shore, Auckland
• A rare opportunity for a highly motivated and process-driven individual

// New & Used Vehicle Sales Person

• Roger Gill Motors. Pukekohe, Auckland
• Operate from brand-new purpose-built facilities in Pukekohe

// Car Grooming and Shuttle Driving Superstar!

• Snap Rentals. Frankton, Otago
• Do you want the BEST workmates and to work with the BEST team?

NEW Boost your job ads here for only $50/wk. Email dan@thefullbrief.nz for details

IN OTHER NEWS

// Delivering data to dealers

Apexdealerdata.com promises to help its clients “find the right stock at the right price”.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Local pricing for Toyota GR Sport Hilux released

Toyota New Zealand has released local pricing for the new GR Sport Hilux ahead of the model’s arrival in mid-2023.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Toyota NZ boss declares Clean Car Discount a fail: ‘surprise’ revamp coming

The boss of New Zealand’s number one car distributor says the Clean Car Discount (CCD) has been a “fail”.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Polestar records 8% CO2 cut
• Survey: parking information is the most valuable ‘connected’ car service for drivers
• Simon Evans becomes McLaren Auckland Brand Manager
• GMA T.33 Spider revealed as roofless V12 supercar
• Blackwells Mazda claims title
• 2 Cheap’s CFO quits
• Malaysian EV hub deal signed

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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• For more information, email dan@thefullbrief.nz

HOT TOPIC

// Vandals trash showroom

Teenagers allegedly break into Northland dealership and smash windscreens on nearly 20 cars.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Teen girls allegedly smash showroom cars

HOT TOPIC

// Mazda Dealership Awards recognise 2022 achievements

Blackwells Mazda in Christchurch is the big winner at the newly announced Mazda Dealership Awards.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Blackwells Mazda wins Mazda Dealer of the Year

HOT TOPIC

// New Zealand Police unveils new Skoda Dog Units

The New Zealand Police has today unveiled its new purpose-built Skoda Superb Dog Units following a successful trial run over the past few months.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• Driven says New Skoda dog wagons: NZ Police pooches riding in Superb climate-controlled comfort

HOT TOPIC – Stats Week

// New LCV registrations down but not out in March 2023

The implementation of the clean car fee on light commercial vehicles (LCV) 12 months ago is reflected by the dramatic fall in registrations of this market segment in March 2023.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says New car sales stand strong in March 2023
• AutoFile says Feebates impact sales totals
• Stuff Motoring says Ranger heads March registrations but EVs are closing in
• EVs and Beyond says Tesla Model Y leads March new BEV sales

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// We’ve listened – introducing a new online option.

Advertise your vehicles to our fast growing audience of buyers – PLUS:

Use our B2B marketplace (no cost) to sell trades etc. and buy stock directly from Japan and the UK (16k cars for sale).

• 3+ years investment in SEO
• 5.14M impressions at 365% growth (past 12 months) – now at 20k a day.
• 20+ years online experience (we brought you AutoBase).

SEO, Google Search & Display, Social and consumer email campaigns included.

Visit www.autoport.nz/dealers

Or call/text Daniel Featonby on 021 400 568 or call us on 0800 7000 44.

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// SsangYong reveals electric ute in trio of concepts

SsangYong, now rebranded as KG Mobility, has revealed a trio of new concepts at the 2023 Seoul Motor Show, one of which is a fully electric ute that looks remarkably similar to the upcoming Torres EVX.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// What’s Holding Females Back From EV Ownership? Deciphering The EV Gender Divide

Now that electric vehicles are becoming mainstream, it would seem that barriers to ownership for all interested people would be lifted. However, females continue to buy fewer EVs than males. Why is that?

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// General Sales Manager

• Honda North Shore, Auckland
• A rare opportunity for a highly motivated and process-driven individual

// New & Used Vehicle Sales Person

• Roger Gill Motors. Pukekohe, Auckland
• Operate from brand-new purpose-built facilities in Pukekohe

// Car Grooming and Shuttle Driving Superstar!

• Snap Rentals. Frankton, Otago
• Do you want the BEST workmates and to work with the BEST team?

NEW Boost your job ads here for only $50/wk. Email dan@thefullbrief.nz for details

IN OTHER NEWS

// Evans takes the helm at McLaren Auckland

The Giltrap Group has appointed Simon Evans as the new brand manager for McLaren, based in its exclusive showroom on Great North Road, Grey Lynn, Auckland.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Nick Leggett steps down from Transporting New Zealand CEO role

Transporting New Zealand CEO Nick Leggett is moving on after almost four and a half years in the role.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Dealer register shrinks further

Decline in numbers continues with 119 traders vanishing from the government’s official total in the past six months alone.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Marks resigns as NZAI chief financial officer

New Zealand Automotive Investments (NZAI) chief financial officer Haydn Marks is resigning from the company to pursue other interests, with effect from June 30, 2023.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• 2023 George Begg Festival hailed a “roaring” success
• Blue oval honours dealers
• Audi nearly gave us a turbocharged five-cylinder, rear-drive R8
• Toyota GR Corolla: second New Zealand ballot is open

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.

Join the discussion

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• For more information, email dan@thefullbrief.nz

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota opens second chance to buy GR Corolla

Toyota New Zealand is giving customers a second chance to secure a highly sought after GR Corolla by opening a second ballot to buy the highly-limited hatchback.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Second ballot opens for GR Corolla

HOT TOPIC

// Director steps up at Turners

Lauren Quaintance shifts from emerging role to independent director after bringing “real value” to group.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Turners appoints new independent director

HOT TOPIC

// Commercial sector tumbles

Drops across the board follow the surge in demand a year ago ahead of clean-car legislation. Some 4,371 new commercials were registered last month for a drop of 55.5 per cent when compared to 9,817 in March last year

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Marque’s leading trio soar
• AutoFile says Model Y tops charts

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// We’ve listened – introducing a new online option.

Advertise your vehicles to our fast growing audience of buyers – PLUS:

Use our B2B marketplace (no cost) to sell trades etc. and buy stock directly from Japan and the UK (16k cars for sale).

• 3+ years investment in SEO
• 5.14M impressions at 365% growth (past 12 months) – now at 20k a day.
• 20+ years online experience (we brought you AutoBase).

SEO, Google Search & Display, Social and consumer email campaigns included.

Visit www.autoport.nz/dealers

Or call/text Daniel Featonby on 021 400 568 or call us on 0800 7000 44.

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// Sold out no longer: Honda hot hatch returns for NZ enthusiasts

After its first allocation of new Civic Type Rs sold out in just two days, Honda New Zealand has confirmed that enthusiasts will get a second chance to get their hands on the much loved hot hatch.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Clean Car Discount under review: Ute exemption, EV price limit reduction and more

Shifting the zero-rating band, lowering the price limit for subsidies, and considering some form of exemption for utes or light commercial vehicles …

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Study: Brands not meeting EV demand will lose market share

A study and related forecast from Consumer Reports sees some legacy automakers losing long-term if they don’t keep up with EV demand soon.

• Read this article on GreenCarReports.com

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// General Sales Manager

• Honda North Shore, Auckland
• A rare opportunity for a highly motivated and process-driven individual

// New & Used Vehicle Sales Person

• Roger Gill Motors. Pukekohe, Auckland
• Operate from brand-new purpose-built facilities in Pukekohe

// Car Grooming and Shuttle Driving Superstar!

• Snap Rentals. Frankton, Otago
• Do you want the BEST workmates and to work with the BEST team?

NEW Boost your job ads here for only $50/wk. Email dan@thefullbrief.nz for details

IN OTHER NEWS

// First images appear of new Lancia Concept

The Italian revolution of Lancia is poised for later this month with the brand recently teasing the first images of its upcoming concept car.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// FleetPartners Group now new name for Eclipx Group

The company formerly known as Eclipx Group has officially changed its name to FleetPartners Group (ASX code FPR) as part of the group’s “Accelerate” strategy.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// ChargeNet welcomes National’s Electrify NZ policy

Bipartisan cooperation to decarbonise transport is a real possibility for New Zealand, says ChargeNet,

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Retro overload: Renault details electric 5 ahead of 2024 debut

Renault is working hard on its upcoming electric reboot of the 5 hatchback, first teased back in 2021.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Skoda Design students turn Enyaq iV EV into a mobile office and camper

The ninth Skoda Student Car will be a wacky multifunctional camping and mobile office vehicle,

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Gordon Murray to reveal T.33 Spider this week
• Electrified Jeeps at 57th Annual Easter Jeep Safari
• Tesla posts record 422,875 EVs delivered Q1 2023
• Kia reveals more details of the EV9 electric SUV
• Police dogs get new Škoda vehicles

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.

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.

NEW Boost your job ads for only $50/wk

• For more information, email dan@thefullbrief.nz

HOT TOPIC

// MG4 start price confirmed prior to launch

The highly anticipated MG4 electric car made its Australasian debut at the Fully Charged show in Sydney recently – and now we know the price for the highly anticipated BEV hatchback.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says Pricing revealed for one of the most anticipated EVs of 2023

HOT TOPIC

// Mahindra set for product renaissance, EVs under evaluation

Indian automotive industry conglomerate Mahindra is set for a new wave of products as it makes what is set to be one of its biggest attempts at expanding its foothold in the New Zealand market.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Launch report: Mahindra XUV700
• Stuff Motoring says Indian carmaker unveils bold plans for New Zealand push

HOT TOPIC

// Car fire closes bridge

Blaze on Auckland Harbour Bridge takes an hour to get under control, causing chaos. PLUS – video links

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says How worried should I be about EV fires?

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota leads rebounding passenger market

The vehicle market showed signs of recovery in March, with Toyota reclaiming the top spot in the passenger car market.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Used slumps in March 2023 as Toyota dominates

SPONSORED BY AUTOPORT

// We’ve listened – introducing a new online option.

Advertise your vehicles to our fast growing audience of buyers – PLUS:

Use our B2B marketplace (no cost) to sell trades etc. and buy stock directly from Japan and the UK (16k cars for sale).

• 3+ years investment in SEO
• 5.14M impressions at 365% growth (past 12 months) – now at 20k a day.
• 20+ years online experience (we brought you AutoBase).

SEO, Google Search & Display, Social and consumer email campaigns included.

Visit www.autoport.nz/dealers

Or call/text Daniel Featonby on 021 400 568 or call us on 0800 7000 44.

BEST OF THE REST

// Skoda NZ first to trial virtual Enyaq demonstrations: welcome to the Skodaverse

Skoda’s drive into the electric car sales space in New Zealand with the Enyaq iV isn’t just happening in the metal – virtual reality is also selling this battery electric vehicle (BEV).

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// GM Joins Tesla: No Apple CarPlay, Android Auto In Future EVs

Will consumers stand for it?

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// General Sales Manager

• Honda North Shore, Auckland
• A rare opportunity for a highly motivated and process-driven individual

// New & Used Vehicle Sales Person

• Roger Gill Motors. Pukekohe, Auckland
• Operate from brand-new purpose-built facilities in Pukekohe

// Car Grooming and Shuttle Driving Superstar!

• Snap Rentals. Frankton, Otago
• Do you want the BEST workmates and to work with the BEST team?

NEW Boost your job ads here for only $50/wk. Email dan@thefullbrief.nz for details

IN OTHER NEWS

// Compact with stylish design

The new Vitara Turbo Hybrid “strikes the middle ground” rather than a pricey jump to pure electric.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Five Kiwi dealers win 2022 Ford President’s Award

The award is presented by Ford New Zealand for outstanding achievement across every aspect of Ford dealership operations

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// EV battery replacement insurance query

The owner of a 2013 Nissan Leaf is keen to keep his EV but has learned his insurer won’t help with battery upgrade or replacement options.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Jeep unveils 57th annual Easter Jeep Safari off-road concepts
• Drivetrain details revealed for new electric Renault 5
• Ford boss hints at road-going Mustang GT3 racer
• BMW i5 teased drifting in the Arctic Circle
• Vehicle insurance claims over 6200 following floods

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.

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.

NEW Boost your job ads for only $50/wk

• For more information, email dan@thefullbrief.nz

HOT TOPIC

// Kia EV9 revealed in full and it’s loaded with tech

Kia has today revealed the full details about its upcoming electric flagship EV9 which introduces us to a fresh design for the brand along with a plethora of new technology.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says Kia confirms plans to build fully electric super SUV
• EVs and Beyond says Kia details production EV9

HOT TOPIC

// Kiwis back Clean Car scheme

The Government’s Clean Car policies are generally popular, a survey of nearly 1000 adults commissioned by e-mobility promoter Drive Electric shows.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Support for feebate scheme

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// More pure petrol Toyota models to be axed in NZ

As it works towards lowering the collective emissions figures of its fleet, Toyota New Zealand is set to cull more pure petrol models from its increasingly hybrid line up of models.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Polestar is betting big on its first electric luxury crossover SUV with Polestar 3 rollout on track

Polestar is going all in with its first electric crossover SUV, the Polestar 3, with plans to take on the established US core luxury market.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

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// Electric ute from Ram shaping up as ‘spectacular’

Ram is working on an electric mid-size ute to follow up the larger 1500 REV, and it seems the American brand is on something of a roll.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Ford Ranger Tremor revealed but not for us

Ford of Europe has today revealed the Ranger Tremor as a more affordable version of the highly-specified Wildtrak X, but it hasn’t been announced for New Zealand.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// IAG reports 6200 flooded vehicle claims

Insurance Australia Group (IAG) says more than 6,200 vehicle claims were lodged with its State, AMI and NZI brands, largely for flooded cars as a result of recent weather events in the North Island.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• Mitsubishi Moonstone is the electric crossover of tomorrow
• Porsche Cayenne BEV planned
• Nissan is turning an R32 GT-R into an EV
• Mazda partners up to research carbon-neutral fuels

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// Ferrari to continue building ICEs after 2035

Ferrari has signaled its plans to continue building internal combustion engines (ICEs) following the news that the European Union (EU) is creating an exemption for them to be sold in new cars beyond 2035, so long as they are solely powered by e-fuels.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoCar says EU set to make exemption for e-fuel vehicles
• Driven says How synthetic fuels can keep older petrol cars on the road

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// Sean Tupp joins GWM and Haval New Zealand

Automotive executive Sean Tupp has recently started his new role as the National Sales Manager for Great Wall Motors and Haval New Zealand.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoFile says New sales boss for brands

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// Avis boss joining MTA as new chief executive

Avis Budget Group country general manager Lee Marshall will become the new chief executive of the Motor Trade Association of New Zealand (MTA) on April 18, 2023.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoCar says Lee Marshall promoted to CEO of MTA
• AutoFile says MTA appoints new CEO

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// Toyota NZ CEO calls out govt over Clean Car policies

Toyota New Zealand chief executive Neeraj Lala has spoken of his disappointment with the Labour Government’s recent decision to scrap several environmental schemes in the motoring space.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• AutoFile says CEO attacks clean-car calls

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// We were told we’d be riding in self-driving cars by now. What happened to the promised revolution?

Proponents woefully underestimated the technological challenges. It turns out developing a truly driverless vehicle is hard.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Aptera solar EV will be first to get Openpilot driver-assist tech

Aptera is planning on factory integration of a driver-assistance system based on open-source code.

• Read this article on GreenCarReports.com

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• Pavlovich Coachlines, Waitakere, Auckland
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// Is Ford making a road-legal Mustang GT3?

A recent tweet from Ford CEO Jim Farley has indicated that the company may be cooking up a road-legal version of its Mustang GT3 race car.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Mazda adds solar

Mazda, Toyo Seat, Choshu Industry, and Chugoku Electric Power in Japan have concluded an offsite corporate power purchase agreement (PPA) on solar power generation to help support the transition towards a carbon neutral society.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Marque promotes ‘strong leader’

Tony Johnston stepping up at Mitsubishi Motors NZ to take over from Dan Cook. Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has announced that Tony Johnston has been promoted to chief operating officer.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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• Fully electric Jeep Wagoneer and Recon images leaked
• ACEV changes hands
• It turns out John Cena owns a Honda Civic (and loves it)
• Hyundai reveals extremely cool new Sonata. Except it’s not for us…

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// Cupra Born EV earns top safety rating

The Cupra Born EV available to customers from this month arrives with a five-star Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) safety rating.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

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// Tony Johnston promoted to COO of MMNZ

Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has announced the promotion of its highly successful head of sales, Tony Johnston, to chief operating officer (COO).

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Johnston replacing Cook as MMNZ chief operating officer

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// Tupp moves to GWM – Haval ANZ

Well-known automotive executive Sean Tupp has become the new national sales manager for the GWM and Haval brands in New Zealand following the departure of Todd Groves to the Ateco Group at the beginning of the year.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoCar says Sean Tupp joins GWM and Haval Australia and NZ

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// Hyundai reveals new Sonata with ‘sportiest design ever’

Hyundai has today revealed the new look of its eighth-generation Sonata with what it claims to be the ‘sportiest design ever’ featured on the model.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Model 3 leads a nosedive in used EV prices

Average used Model 3 asking prices are down 21.5% since Sept. 2022, making it the used car that has taken the steepest pricing nosedive in the past six months.

• Read this article on GreenCarReports.com

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// Service Advisor

• Ingham Driven, Glenfield, Auckland
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• Autoserv New Zealand Ltd,Dunedin Central
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// Mazda New Zealand terminates Taupo franchisee

Mazda New Zealand has confirmed that Central Motor Group (Central Mazda) is no longer representing the Japanese brand in Taupo and Rotorua.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Mount Wellington Toyota dealership officially moves across the road

Armstrong’s say its Auckland City Toyota dealership in Mount Wellington has officially moved across the road to number 8 Forge Way,

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Renney moves from Ford to Audi New Zealand

Experienced automotive executive Kim Renney recently joined the team at Audi New Zealand, a division of the Giltrap Group, as the national retail sales manager for the four-ring brand.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• Ford ‘Project T3’ to introduce new electric pickup
• Honda gets jazzed up
• Nats slam charging proposals
• The Geneva Motor Show is moving to Qatar
• There’s a new Ranger in town

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