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HOT TOPIC

// Ferrari Purosangue is a sports car-inspired SUV

Just a few years ago, Ferrari insisted it would never make an SUV. However, the booming segment looks like it was too much for the Italian brand to resist and has now revealed its first model in the category, the Purosangue.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• Driven says Ferrari unveils new Purosangue family SUV
• Stuff Motoring says Ferrari reveals its first-ever SUV

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// ANCAP launches investigation into Tesla Model Y

The Australian New Car Assessment Program, or ANCAP, has confirmed that it is investigating the Tesla Model Y’s recent five-star safety rating following allegations made about the model on social media.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// GM’s Cruise robotaxi service to expand

General Motors’ self-driving car company has announced plans to expand its robotaxi service that recently launched in California into new markets in Arizona and Texas before the end of this year.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// This modular off-grid solar EV charger can be installed in just four hours

Campbell, California-based solar-powered EV charger company Paired Power has just debuted a modular, off-grid electric vehicle charger that is powered by a solar canopy.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

// Hyundai Has No Plans To Abandon Internal Combustion Engine Development

There was a rumor that circulated late last year that Hyundai was about to end all internal combustion engine development. The manufacturer eventually announced that it was not true,

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

IN OTHER NEWS

// The new Pagani Utopia is a 635kW manual hypercar

Pagani’s new Utopia 635kW hypercar is available with a gated seven-speed manual transmission that’s hooked up to a twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre V12 from Mercedes-AMG.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// Suzuki invests in Australian company Applied EV

Suzuki has made a strategic investment in Australian technology company Applied EV to accelerate the software development for next-generation e-mobility.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Medium-sized car sales jump

Registrations of all new cars up by 12.3 per cent as those in the medium segment climb by 66.8 per cent. The number of new passenger vehicles sold in New Zealand has increased by 12.3 per cent in 2022 compared to last year.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// VinFast starts global EV deliveries December

Vietnam-based automotive manufacturer VinFast intends starting global EV deliveries this December.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Ford siblings top for safety

“A five-star safety rating is particularly important considering the range of uses for the Ranger and Everest.” The new Ford Ranger and its partner model, the Everest, have secured five-star Ancap ratings.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Volkswagen turns ID.4 into off-roader

Although Volkswagen’s electric ID.4 was never destined for the dirt, the German carmaker wanted to explore what the SUV would look like if it were by creating an off-road-focused version called the ID.Xtreme concept.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Honda acts decisively on motorcycle electrification
• Mitsubishi NZ throws support behind KidsCan
• Renault NZ issues nine recalls for past models
• New general manager confirmed for Subaru branch
• Tesla supercharger stations near 4000, grow 34% in a year
• ChargeNet seeks help for new Wellington charging site

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TODAY’S BEST

// Confirmed: Mahindra to bring EV models to New Zealand

New Zealand will soon have a new combatant in the economy EV space in the form of the Mahindra XUV 400 EV.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Renault issues nine separate local vehicle recalls

Renault’s local arm has taken the unique step of releasing a total of nine different vehicle recalls within the space of 11 days, concerning a large number of older models.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Wireless EV Charging On-The-Go Coming To PA Turnpike

Wireless EV charging is finally coming to the nation’s highways, and that could help solve the charging bottleneck when millions of electric vehicles surge into the mass market.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

IN OTHER NEWS

// Peugeot reveals two new electric 308 models

Two new fully electric versions of the Peugeot 308 have been revealed, including the E-308 and E-308 SW wagon variant.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Masks off for dealers

Government ditches Covid-19 restrictions for businesses and also announces public holiday to mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Bandag celebrates diamond jubilee down under

Tyre retread manufacturer Bandag is celebrating 60 years of local manufacturing in Australia and says it’s positioned to play a key role in the future of sustainable transport.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// New company chairman unveiled

Mike Walsh takes over from Stan Zurkiewicz as chairman of VTNZ’s parent company. DEKRA NZ, the parent company of VTNZ, has appointed Mike Walsh as chairman of its board of directors.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Straight from the Hornet’s nest

Honda continues to drop teaser snippets regarding development of its Hornet concept. Now we know it is destined to be powered by a completely new parallel twin eight-valve single-cam engine developing 68kW (91hp) at 9500rpm and 75Nm of torque from 7250rpm.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Pagani Utopia is a driver’s dream brought to life

It’s as if we’ve received a blessing from the automotive gods with Pagani today revealing its third model line, the Utopia, complete with a V12 and manual gearbox – a welcome change among a sea of hybrids and electric hypercars of late.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• First orders for $150k ‘Flying car’ take off in Tuscany
• Mercedes-Benz plans local testing of electric eEconic waste truck
• GM patents inflatable steering wheel rim
• Road safety expert’s plea to legislate lifesaving technology in new cars
• Legendary Harley Earl-designed cars to go on display
• Honda reinvigorates the NT moniker

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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// Current National New Car Deals

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HOT TOPIC

// Local pricing and specs for the new Toyota GR86 revealed

The all-new GR86 is a sizable upgrade on the previous and highly popular Toyota 86 two-door sports car, and a new addition to the Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) inspired GR series.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Toyota GR86 lands with more power, pricing announced
• AutoTalk says Toyota NZ confirms pricing, spec for GR86

HOT TOPIC

// Five-star safety rating for Ford Ranger and Everest

One of New Zealand’s best-selling vehicles, the new Ford Ranger and its SUV partner, the Ford Everest, have been given five-star safety ratings after undergoing a full suite of tests in Australia.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Raptor not included in latest five-star ANCAP rating

HOT TOPIC

// Wholesale car sales drop 1.5% in June quarter

New figures from Stats NZ show a decline in New Zealand’s wholesale car sale market across the second quarter of 2022.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Wholesale car trade dips

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// Mahindra’s cut-price EV could make it to NZ

Mahindra has whipped the covers off the XUV 400 EV; the brand’s first fully electric vehicle. And it could be a starter for New Zealand’s burgeoning economy EV segment.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Ora Good Cat earns five-star NCAP safety rating

Euro NCAP officials have been on an electric car crash test spree of late, recently including the likes of the Tesla Model Y, the Genesis GV60, and the Kia Niro.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Aptera publicly debuts the gamma version of its 1,000-mile range solar electric vehicle

Following the teasing of interior images of the gamma version of its upcoming solar electric vehicle (SEV) last month, Aptera officially debuted the full prototype

• Read this article on Electrek.co

// Exploding The “Electric Cars Will Destroy The Grid” Myth

The news and the internet are aflame with stories about how electric cars will destroy the electrical grid.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

IN OTHER NEWS

// GM bets on EVs for the masses with the new Equinox

General Motors is ready to test both the mass market’s appetite for electric vehicles and its own strategy to provide them with the release of the electric replacement for its Chevrolet Equinox SUV in 2023.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// KTM X-Bow GT-XR is a race car for the road

Although KTM is more commonly known for its motorcycles, it dips its toes into car making every so often and has recently revealed its next road-going car, the X-Bow GT-XR.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// EV high-speed motor developed

A new high-speed motor that could increase EV range has been developed by University of New South Wales (UNSW) engineers in Sydney.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Potential Motors Adventure 1 shows big adventure comes in small sizes

Explorers and adventurers alike, you may want to take a look at Potential Motors’ new electric off-road recreational vehicle (ORV) called the Adventure 1.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Ultra-rare Pegaso Saoutchik Coupe going on display at Goodwood
• QEII public holiday gets mixed dealer reaction
• Whangarei EV charger etiquette
• Shaw promises more green transport action

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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• Join the discussion

// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

• View list on TheFullBrief.nz

// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.

• Find any vehicles’ rebate/fee on RightCar.govt.nz

HOT TOPIC

// Jeep unveils its first fully electric vehicles

Jeep has marked World EV Day by debuting its first dedicated electric vehicles, while simultaneously detailing its future plug-in plans.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Jeep unveils three new electric SUVs

HOT TOPIC

// The “fastest, most powerful” pick-up arrives in New Zealand

The fastest, most-powerful mass-produced truck is the call Ram Trucks is shouting out across the land of the long white cloud, with the American brand’s 1500 TRX model officially arriving in New Zealand.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says Ballistic Ram 1500 TRX arrives in New Zealand

HOT TOPIC

// Drive Electric: World EV Day worth celebrating

Mark Gilbert is the chair of Drive Electric, a not-for-profit organization that promotes the benefits of making e-mobility mainstream and encourages accelerated electric vehicle uptake across the country.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Celebrating rise of EVs
• Driven says World EV Day: What does being green really mean?
• EVs and Beyond says Drive Electric marks World EV Day

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// EVs with five-star safety

Tesla Model Y sets Ancap record with score of 98 per cent for safety-assist pillar. Plus: Kia Niro and Genesis GV60.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Leaf batteries come full circle at Nissan casting plant

Nissan Australia is launching a circular economy project in Victoria, with the Nissan Casting Australia Plant (NCAP) to use recycled Leaf batteries to power part of its production facility.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Nissan NZ awards Women in Automotive Scholarship

Nissan’s local arm has named the first recipient of its Women in Automotive Scholarship award.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Ford CEO wants to compete with Tesla, will meet with dealers to lower EV prices

Ford is not backing down from a showdown with Tesla as the EV race heats up. According to a new report, Ford’s CEO Jim Farley will meet with dealers next week in a bid to lower the price of its electric vehicles to compete with Tesla.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

IN OTHER NEWS

// Mercedes van deal with Rivian opens door to broader partnership

Mercedes-Benz and Rivian Automotive’s plans to jointly build electric vans in Europe is a potential win-win that could lead to further collaboration as an established manufacturer looks to share costs and an inexperienced company struggles to scale up.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Take Charge Expo to electrify Christchurch

The hottest EV in town, the BYD Atto 3, will be at the Take Charge Christchurch Expo next weekend.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Croydon Wholesalers pays a unique tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

West Auckland used car dealership Croydon Wholesalers is paying its respect to the overnight death of Queen Elizabeth II in its own unique manner.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Children driving the EV future

Children are playing a key role in accelerating the switch to electric cars, although many are unable yet to get behind the wheel themselves.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// NZAI AGM round-up, ute deluge: Auto Media Group live weekly wrap

Richard Edwards hosts this week’s Auto Media Group weekly wrap panel alongside AutoTalk news editor Matthew Hansen and industry consultant Graeme Macdonald.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Green hydrogen for scheme

Companies join forces for cars in sharing scheme to be powered by 100 percent green fuel.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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• New Vespa colours to brighten up summer
• ChargeNet opens Rotorua hypercharger, begins hunt for Wellington site
• Utes, EVs star in NZ sales for August: a month of extremes
• Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm arrives: Kiwis, your $350k road racer is ready
• Next-gen Mitsubishi Triton could go electric
• Geneva targets ongoing growth
• VTNZ parent company appoints new board chair
• Geneva Finance shareholders re-elect director

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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• Join the discussion

// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

• View list on TheFullBrief.nz

// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.

• Find any vehicles’ rebate/fee on RightCar.govt.nz

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota NZ, Obayashi, Tuaropaki Trust team for green hydrogen

In the shift away from petrol, Toyota is best known as the brand that took hybrid EVs into the mainstream. But the carmaker has also started to expand its hydrogen efforts.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Toyota NZ partners up for green hydrogen project

HOT TOPIC

// EVs bring in five-star safety results

Three new electric vehicles (EVs) have received stellar safety scores after undergoing ANCAP crash safety testing including the Tesla Model Y, Kia Niro and Genesis GV60.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• EVs and Beyond says Three new EV models bring five-star safety

HOT TOPIC

// Waka Kotahi warns of text message scammers

The Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency has issued a warning regarding scammers contacting fraudulent text messages to motorists.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Scam warning for vehicle owners

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• Inside knowledge on how much the govt is looking at charging for penalties for the upcoming clean car standard changes
• Wanting to get some advise around a client wanting to cancel the deal.
• Do you know your Sub Models well enough?
• Had a Motor Vehicle Disputes tribunal yesterday and the outcome could effect all car Dealers even the ones that aren’t in the Trade anymore.

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// Ram confirms 523kW 1500 TRX monster for NZ

Following a lengthy period of speculation, Ateco Group and Ram Trucks New Zealand have confirmed that the 6.2-liter V8 Ram 1500 TRX will join the brand’s local line-up.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Suzuki NZ to recall multiple models over braking issue

Suzuki New Zealand has confirmed it will be recalling numerous models regarding a potential issue that can impact the vacuum assist brake booster.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Electric Toyota Hiace rumoured for 2025 debut

Reports out of Japan have indicated that Toyota could debut a fully electric version of its Hiace van by 2025.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Kia EV batteries find second life as energy storage systems to reduce strain on grid

Kia Europe has announced a new partnership with encore Deutsche Bahn to reuse former EV batteries to create scalable energy storage systems.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

// BYD Sells More Plugin Vehicles Than Tesla, But Tesla Makes ~11 Times More Profit

BYD is the only automaker that sells more plugin vehicles worldwide than Tesla (and a bit fewer full electrics).

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

IN OTHER NEWS

// Rotorua hyper-rapid EV charging site opens

ChargeNet has launched Rotorua’s first hyper-rapid EV charging site, just in time for World EV Day on September 9.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Dodge reveal Swinger pair as part of “Last Call” lineup

The third and fourth models in Dodge’s “Last Call” lineup for its MY2023 Challenger and Charger have been revealed.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Nissan Leaf bi-directional charger for US

Working with vehicle-to-everything (V2X) services provider Fermata Energy, Nissan has approved the first bi-directional charger for use with the Nissan Leaf in the US.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Farewell to Holden’s Supercar

The final curtain is about to come down on the famous marque’s last weekend of racing at Pukekohe.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// The Nissan March is no more in Japan

Nissan is set to end the sale of its compact March – sold locally as the Micra – in Japan this month after the model’s production came to an end in the carmaker’s Thailand plant at the end of July.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// ‘Transforming’ business systems

Finance company unveils chief technology officer whose role will be to help make borrowing simpler.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Tom Cruise’s old Nissan 300ZX racer just sold
• Vegan interiors: BMW steering wheels will look like leather, feel like leather, aren’t leather
• Suzuki V-Strom 1050 Range updated for 2023
• Red, blue or green? More New Zealanders choosing low-emissions cars
• The next big battery material squeeze is old batteries

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VOLKSAGEN

• Purchase a Caddy California and receive a free fitted ARB kitchenette unit

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• 2.9% Finance 36-month Term Zero Deposit. Finance offer available on new Nissan Navara (D23) and X-TRAIL (T32) models

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

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HOT TOPIC

// Ford confirms local electric Mustang Mach-E line-up

Ford has confirmed a three-strong model line-up for the electric Mach-E SUV due to arrive on New Zealand shores in early 2023.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Ford NZ confirms Mach-E line-up

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// Finally, a private Facebook group for Car Dealer chat.

Here’s some of the questions and conversations we’ve had lately…

• Inside knowledge on how much the govt is looking at charging for penalties for the upcoming clean car standard changes
• Wanting to get some advise around a client wanting to cancel the deal.
• Do you know your Sub Models well enough?
• Had a Motor Vehicle Disputes tribunal yesterday and the outcome could effect all car Dealers even the ones that aren’t in the Trade anymore.

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// Sports car gets manual

Toyota believes its GR Supra will be even more fun with three pedals and a gear stick. Sports-car enthusiasts will be pleased to know the 2022 GR Supra will come with a manual transmission.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Mitsubishi confirms it’s looking at fully electric Triton

Following speculation that it is developing a plug-in hybrid version of the Triton, a key Mitsubishi engineer has confirmed that a fully electric version of the popular pick-up is being considered.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// This ‘solar tree’ may be the EV charging station of the future

London-based SolarBotanic Trees officially launched its “solar tree” prototype today, and the company wants to use it to power EV charging stations first.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

IN OTHER NEWS

// Video: Next generation Fuso eCanter unveiled

Mitsubishi Fuso has unveiled in a world premiere the next generation all-electric eCanter featuring an expanded lineup of applications plus a new modular battery concept offering different driving ranges.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Toyota NZ inks green hydrogen partnership deal

Toyota New Zealand has announced a partnership with Obayashi Corporation and its subsidiary, Halcyon Power Limited.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// AA Smartfuel partners with Uber, tweaks discount system

The AA Smartfuel has announced a partnership with Uber, giving those who accumulate Smartfuel points and AA members access to new discounts.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Transport emissions edge up

Regions deliver mixed performances as transport makes up the bulk of household emissions. Household transport emissions increased by 1.4 percent nationwide in 2021 when compared with figures from the previous year, according to the latest data from Stats NZ.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// MTF celebrates record sales in August

Amid market uncertainty and supply concerns, MTF Finance was able to record its strongest month of sales to date in August.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

ONE LINERS

• Volkswagen NZ offer Caddy California with a free kitchen for a limited time only
• Bentley Flying Spur Speed brings more grunt to model
• V12-powered Ferrari SUV to debut on September 13
• Spied: Ineos Grenadier spotted in Auckland!
• World EV Day commemoration
• MTF Finance appoints new chief technology officer

HELPFUL RESOURCES

// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

Many of today’s topics are being discussed in the NZ Car Dealers private Facebook group. Check out what industry people have to say.

• Join the discussion

// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

• View list on TheFullBrief.nz

// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.

• Find any vehicles’ rebate/fee on RightCar.govt.nz

HOT TOPIC

// $25 million Pagani supercar wrecked

The Russian owner of a rare supercar says it will be rebuilt to “brand new” condition following a dramatic smash on the road.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Super-rare $27 million Pagani Zonda sideswipes hatchback

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// Finally, a private Facebook group for Car Dealer chat.

Here’s some of the questions and conversations we’ve had lately…

• Inside knowledge on how much the govt is looking at charging for penalties for the upcoming clean car standard changes
• Wanting to get some advise around a client wanting to cancel the deal.
• Do you know your Sub Models well enough?
• Had a Motor Vehicle Disputes tribunal yesterday and the outcome could effect all car Dealers even the ones that aren’t in the Trade anymore.

Click here to join – It’s free

BEST OF THE REST

// BMW M teases final petrol-only model

In a social media post by BMW, the brand teased the new M2 (G87) model which will be its final car powered solely by an internal combustion engine ahead of an official reveal later this year.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Electric Cars = 23% of New Zealand Auto Market, Tesla = 12%

New Zealand has gotten the electric car fever, and August showed that more than ever before. Last month, 23% of new auto sales were sales of fully electric cars.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

// Tesla raises Full Self-Driving price to $15,000 – is it worth it?

Tesla has officially raised the price of its Full Self-Driving (FSD) package to $15,000, as CEO Elon Musk promised.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

IN OTHER NEWS

// Company upcycles used Toyota Corollas into EV utes for tradies

A company based in the Canadian province of Prince Edward Island, Upcycle Green Technology, is turning used Toyota Corollas into compact electric utes.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// AA partners with InMoment to improve user experience

The New Zealand Automobile Association, or AA, has announced it has inked a new partnership with software firm InMoment. The AA hopes the partnership will lead to an improved virtual experience for its 1.8-million-strong membership base via InMoment’s XI platform.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// General Motors’ tiny EV requires a lottery to buy it

Back in 2021, General Motors’ Chinese brand Wuling revealed a convertible version of its tiny Hongguang Mini EV called the Cabrio.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// The future of motoring, consumer survey

The way we are driving cars and moving is changing, but how fast and in what ways? DRIVEN has conducted a consumer and reader survey to establish and understand attitudes towards the future of motoring and mobility.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// Apple’s car is beloved before it even exists

If semiconductor shortages, recession risks and the once-a-century shift in propulsion weren’t enough to keep auto executives up at night, here’s one more sleep disruptor:

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• Harley-Davidson shows off devilish new Low Rider El Diablo
• Self-driving tech company floats possible sale to Apple or Microsoft
• Doctor performs vasectomy, powered by Rivian R1T following power cut
• A fictitious makeover of a Toyota Supra A70 has car lovers drooling
• Archibalds helps raise $300,000 for mental health
• Ford New Zealand to offer three Mustang Mach-E models

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HOT TOPIC

// Mercedes NZ introduce EQB electric SUV

Following in the footsteps of the smaller Mercedes-Benz EQA, the newly introduced EQB adds space and can carry up to seven people while retaining its emissions-free compact SUV status.

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// More on this 

• Driven says Mercedes-Benz adds seven-seater to EV range, with an extra charge
• EVs and Beyond says Mercedes adds EQB

HOT TOPIC

// Ford confirms 830Nm Mustang Mach-E GT for NZ

Ford New Zealand has confirmed that three versions of the brand’s fully electric Mustang Mach-E are heading to local showrooms in 2023.

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// More on this 

• Driven says Ford Mustang Mach-E specs for NZ: how big, how far, but how much again?

HOT TOPIC

// Record month for new sales

New-vehicle registrations during August strongest on record as back orders get filled. The Motor Industry Association says that 14,690 sales of new vehicles made for the strongest month of August on record.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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• AutoFile says Used imports increase
• AutoTalk says Strongest August on record bucks trends: MIA
• Driven says Utes, EVs star in NZ sales for August: a month of extremes

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// Everrati’s electrified GT40 flagship model makes its public debut

Everrati Automotive revealed its all-electric take on the iconic Ford GT40 at the Concours of Elegance, held this past weekend at the Hampton Court Palace in London.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Volkswagen Tiguan recalled over rear wheel issue

Volkswagen New Zealand has confirmed a recall for selected Tiguan Allspace models regarding the popular SUV’s rear wheel bearing housing.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Doctor Uses His Rivian R1T To Perform Vasectomy During Power Outage

A doctor based in Austin, Texas, has likely completed the world’s first “Rivian powered vasectomy”.

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

// Norway’s Plugin EVs Still Falling, For Reasons

Norway, the country furthest along in the electric vehicle transition, saw a second consecutive month of falling plugin electric vehicle share, at 86.1% from 87.7% a year ago.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

IN OTHER NEWS

// No limits for hypercar

Kiwi-based Rodin Cars aim to create the fastest car on the track within the next year. New Zealand performance car manufacturer Rodin Cars is on target to release its FZERO hypercar next northern summer.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Video: Mainfreight highlights EVs in transport strategy

Mainfreight is focusing on battery electric vehicles and battery swap electric vehicles as a way to supplement its fleet and help decarbonize road freight.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Shareholders back new board

NZAI co-founder David Sena appointed chief operating officer for six months.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Demand for lending up

Arrears on vehicle loans have risen for the fourth consecutive month to 4.5 percent, reports Centrix.

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• Maggiore GranTurismo pays homage to Ferrari 288 GTO
• Mitsubishi NZ continues Wellington Free Ambulance support
• New VW boss faces software woes keeping automaker a step behind Tesla

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HOT TOPIC

// Staff get living wage

Marque challenges other brands to “support the prosperity of our people”.

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• AutoTalk says Mitsubishi NZ ‘champions’ living wage for staff

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// Ariel reveals 880kW EV with jet engine range extender

British performance car maker Ariel recently took the covers off its new low-volume, high-powered Sportster called the Hypercar.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Kia lowers price of entry-level EV6 models

Kia has made a second adjustment to the prices of its two most accessible fully electric EV6 models; the Air Standard Range and Air Long Range.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Ford EV sales soar 307% in August as automaker clinches second place in US market

Ford has poured significant effort into converting its fleet to electric, and it’s paying off big time.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

IN OTHER NEWS

// Specs for the most-powerful Honda Civic Type R released

Strap in to the Civic Type R’s iconic red seats because things are about to get techy.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Investor website revamped

Turners launches new online presence to improve shareholder information.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// NZAI appoints David Sena as temporary chief operating officer

New Zealand Automotive Investments (NZAI) interim chief executive Gordon Shaw has confirmed at the annual shareholders meeting that majority shareholder David Sena has been appointed to a temporary role as the company’s chief operating officer for a term of six months.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Cruise updates software for autonomous vehicles after crash

An autonomous robotaxi run by Cruise LLC got into a crash while making a left turn, causing the company to recall 80 vehicles with a software update.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// Dealer numbers hit new low for 2022

Following a significant dip in New Zealand’s car dealer figures in July, a further decline has been confirmed for August.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// EU criticizes ‘discriminatory’ nature of U.S. EV tax credit

A new U.S. tax credit aimed at encouraging Americans to buy electric vehicles may backfire and limit choices for consumers because of concerns it’s weighed against European Union manufacturers, the EU trade chief said Thursday.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• Brabus has gone to work on a Smart car
• Port says car trade ‘resilient’
• Californians asked to stop charging EVs a week after state officials announced an ICE ban
• Ford Ranger tops new car registrations in August
• The jaw-dropping (-ly expensive) Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm is coming
• New car registrations storm back with biggest August on record

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HOT TOPIC

// Ranger back on top

Ford’s ute pips Toyota Hilux to number one spot in August as sales rebound from the Covid-hit figures of a year ago.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoTalk says Electric cars, Ford Ranger dominate August new car sales

HOT TOPIC

// All 500 Polestar 6 LA Concept roadsters booked

Polestar has seen overwhelming response in build slot reservations for the Polestar 6 LA Concept edition announced on August 16.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Polestar sells out of electric roadster build slots in one week

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// Surge for electric marques

Tesla has two models in the top three for August and a marque making its debut also features highly in the new car charts.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this

• EVs and Beyond says EVs steal show in latest stats

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota invests in EV battery production in Japan, US

Toyota is investing 730 billion yen (NZ$9 billion) in Japan and the U.S. to boost production of batteries for electric vehicles,

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Toyota invests US$5.6b into EV battery production

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// Kiwis can now get black license plates

Classic car lovers and stealth-pilots rejoice! Personalised license plate company Kiwi Plates has revealed that you can now purchase fully-legal black plates for your vehicle in New Zealand.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Used car market stable in August

A total of 7939 used vehicles were registered in August, according to preliminary data from the Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Toyota New Zealand to skip Fieldays 2022

Toyota New Zealand has confirmed that it will not be present at this year’s National Fieldays event at Mystery Creek.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Rivian’s New Camp Mode Levels Your Truck, Helps In Other Ways

Anyone who’s done a lot of RVing without a really high-end camper or motorhome knows about leveling blocks, or “Legos.”

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

IN OTHER NEWS

// UBCO among export business awards finalists

Tauranga-headquartered electric utility bike firm UBCO is among 57 finalists and nominees in the New Zealand…

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Dealer numbers shrink

Total of registered traders drops for the second consecutive month but remains above 3,000-mark.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Genius idea removes EV charging barrier

A local tech company has won a grant to deploy 50 electric vehicle chargers on streetside power poles in Australia, overcoming one of the key obstacles to widespread EV adoption.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// Used-imports market edges up

Toyota tops passenger-vehicle registrations for models and marques with its Aqua leading the way.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Four Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAm performance sedans arrive in NZ

Four Alfa Romeo Giulia GTAms have been secured for New Zealand with the lucky few buyers being forwarded the opportunity to own one of the limited 500 unit performance sedan.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Turners updates website, adds investor centre

Turners Automotive Group has unveiled a new-look website, as the brand takes further steps to make investing in its business more accessible.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Dodge Charger Super Bee makes a comeback

The second of seven models in Dodge’s “Last Call” V8 lineup has been revealed as the Charger Super Bee.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Toyota prices the GR 86 and manual Supra

Toyota has confirmed pricing for the manual Supra and little brother GR 86, ahead of both car’s imminent arrival.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• GM is selling a tiny convertible EV in China
• MG4 hatch could spawn a performance version
• BMW voted most ‘ick’ car brand, study finds
• Wellington car dealer clashes with council over cycleway
• Rare Porsche 959SC “Reimagined” by Canepa for sale
• Ports of Auckland records $10.3m loss, focuses on ‘regaining mana’
• Buffett’s company trims its stake in Chinese EV maker BYD
• Do electric vehicles cause more damage in an accident?

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