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April 6th, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// More Tesla price cuts

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

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// 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.

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// 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.

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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.

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.

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Delivering data to dealers

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

// 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.

// 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”.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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April 6th, 20232023-04-05T23:17:20+12:00

April 5th, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// Vandals trash showroom

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

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// Mazda Dealership Awards recognise 2022 achievements

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

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// 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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?

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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.

// 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.

// Dealer register shrinks further

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

// 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.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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April 5th, 20232023-04-04T23:38:10+12:00

April 4th, 2023

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.

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// Director steps up at Turners

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

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// 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

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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.

// 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 …

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.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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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.

// 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.

// ChargeNet welcomes National’s Electrify NZ policy

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

// 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.

// 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,

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April 4th, 20232023-04-03T23:20:38+12:00

April 3rd, 2023

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.

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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.

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HOT TOPIC

// Car fire closes bridge

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

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// 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.

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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).

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

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

Will consumers stand for it?

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// General Sales Manager

// New & Used Vehicle Sales Person

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Compact with stylish design

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

// 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

// 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.

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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.

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April 3rd, 20232023-04-02T21:49:43+12:00

March 30th, 2023

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.

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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.

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// Helping dealers buy and sell stock, since 2019

With two auctions every week, you can sell your stock to over 600 wholesale buyers, or buy stock from other dealers and some of the largest fleet and rental companies in New Zealand.

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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.

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.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// Workshop Foreman

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IN OTHER NEWS

// 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.

// 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.

// 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.

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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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March 30th, 20232023-03-30T01:26:08+13:00

March 29th, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// 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.

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HOT TOPIC

// 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.

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HOT TOPIC

// 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.

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HOT TOPIC

// 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.

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// Helping dealers buy and sell stock, since 2019

With two auctions every week, you can sell your stock to over 600 wholesale buyers, or buy stock from other dealers and some of the largest fleet and rental companies in New Zealand.

BEST OF THE REST

// 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.

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.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

// Workshop Foreman

// Service Advisor

// Automotive Sales Representative

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IN OTHER NEWS

// 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.

// 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.

// 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.

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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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March 29th, 20232023-03-29T00:38:06+13:00

March 28th, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// 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.

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HOT TOPIC

// 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).

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HOT TOPIC

// 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.

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// Helping dealers buy and sell stock, since 2019

With two auctions every week, you can sell your stock to over 600 wholesale buyers, or buy stock from other dealers and some of the largest fleet and rental companies in New Zealand.

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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.

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.

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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.

// 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,

// 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.

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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.

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// 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.

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March 28th, 20232023-03-28T00:27:26+13:00

March 27th, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// Ford NZ announces limited-edition Ranger Wildtrak X

Ford New Zealand has today announced the new off-road focussed Ranger Wildtrak X will land on our shores later this year, staking the claim as the bridge between the regular Wildtrak and Raptor.

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HOT TOPIC

// Ford expects to lose $3 billion from EVs this year

Ford is preparing itself to take a big hit with regard to its electric vehicles (EVs) this year, claiming it…

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// New MTA websites arriving soon

The Motor Trade Association of New Zealand (MTA) says an all-new website and member portal will…

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// Helping dealers buy and sell stock, since 2019

With two auctions every week, you can sell your stock to over 600 wholesale buyers, or buy stock from other dealers and some of the largest fleet and rental companies in New Zealand.

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// Hilux GR Sport breaks cover in Kiwiland at 10th anniversary Toyota Festival

Sporty truck and a very orange limited-edition GR 86 coupe revealed this weekend…

// National confirms it will scrap the ute tax

The National Party’s transport spokesperson Simeon Brown says the Labour Party’s latest announcement about EV charging…

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Gogoro’s Swappable Batteries To Power Food Delivery Scooters In Singapore

Gogoro’s battery swap stations are designed to make electric scooter ownership more convenient and sustainable.

// How Long Do EV Batteries Last? It Depends.

Recurrent uses data collected from subscribers to analyze the performance of EV batteries. The news is quite good.

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// Refresh for ‘consistent performer’

New Kia Seltos is initially available in two specification levels.

// Manheim GM corrects 1News quoted figure

Manheim New Zealand general manager Andy Cox says the company has not received 8500 damaged vehicles following weather events in Auckland and Hawkes Bay as quoted by 1News.

// National Fieldays society elects first female president and board chair

For the first time in its 55-year history the New Zealand National Fieldays Society annual general…

// Opel New Zealand Q&A: alternative energy

We talk with Noah Robertson, Opel commercial manager, about the “Live Elektrisch” brand in NZ…

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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.

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March 27th, 20232023-03-26T22:45:11+13:00

March 24th, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// Chevrolet Camaro axed but name set to return

Chevrolet has today announced that the final-ever Camaro will roll off the production line at the end of the 2024 model year, marking the end of the road for the iconic American muscle car.

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HOT TOPIC

// City dealership has winning formula

BMW Group NZ celebrates its top dealers after having to weather multiple challenges last year.

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HOT TOPIC

// Bid to expand EV charging

Government calls for feedback on draft plan to boost number of charging points across New Zealand.

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HOT TOPIC

// Trading standards warns dealers about water damaged vehicles

The MBIE registrar of motor vehicle traders, Duncan Connor has sent an email to dealers advising about flood damaged vehicles following recent weather events.

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// Used car prices soar

Online marketplace reports the median listing price of second-hand vehicles has jumped from $9,500 to $16,000 in four years.

// China’s EV revolution shows grim future for Japan car titans

In the world of gasoline cars, Japan’s automakers are king. Toyota has held the title of the world’s No. 1 car company for the past three years, while Honda and Nissan remain global best sellers.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Hyundai robot could ease EV charging, tackle mobility barriers

Robotic charging is seen as a necessity not just for self-driving vehicles, but to make EVs workable for those with mobility issues.

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// Ford fan favourite could make shock return as an EV

On Wednesday, UK newspaper The Sun reported that Ford is set to reprise the Capri –formerly a two-door sports coupe and convertible – as a fully electric sports car.

// 10k membranes for China salt lake lithium extraction

LG Chem has supplied more than 10,000 reverse osmosis (RO) membranes to China’s largest salt lake lithium extraction project.

// Value of vehicle imports rises

Passenger cars total $537m for February alone, but the value of units secured from Australia tumbles.

// Salvage company says 50 cars still missing after floods

It has nearly been two months since the New Zealand faced two severe weather events causing flooding, slips and other damage across multiple regions of the North Island and yet, around 50 cars still haven’t been found.

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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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March 24th, 20232023-03-23T23:49:45+13:00

March 23rd, 2023

HOT TOPIC

// New Triton ute concept shown in Bangkok

Dubbed the XRT Concept by Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, what will become the all-new 2023 Triton ute has gone on display at the Bangkok International Motor Show from March 21 to April 3.

// More on this 

HOT TOPIC

// Ford reveals new electric car, New Zealand to miss out

Ford’s new Explorer EV shares its platform with the Volkswagen ID.4.

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HOT TOPIC

// Polestar 2 BST Edition 230 revealed as brand’s second limited-edition EV

A performance-oriented version of the Polestar 2 called the BST Edition 230 has recently been revealed as the brand’s second limited-edition model, following a teaser released earlier this week.

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HOT TOPIC

// Dodge unveils Challenger SRT Demon 170 with 1025hp

Dodge has unveiled the Challenger SRT Demon 170 as its seventh and final “Last Call” special-edition model which stakes the claim as the most powerful muscle car in the world.

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// Car sharing on the rise

Provider in the capital claims each of its cars can do the work of 10 normal vehicles.

// BYD smartwatch with car key in April

BYD is tipped to launch its smartwatch with in-built car key in April this year.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Opens Its First Remote Test Drive Hub In Europe

Potential customers can book a test drive online and the car will be remotely unlocked.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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IN OTHER NEWS

// MG4 charging to market

All-new electric model set for our shores later this year while long-range ZS EV now available.

// Business guidance for collaborating in an emergency

The Commerce Commission has issued new guidance to help businesses (including vehicle dealers) understand how and when they can collaborate in response to an emergency – such as working together in regions impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle.

// Charging strategy welcomed by EV industry leader

The government has released its draft national charging strategy, with ambitious targets for how it sees infrastructure rolling out in coming years.

// Free EV charging to end at some stations

Fees will apply at seven WEL Networks EV chargers in the Waikato from March 29.

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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.

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