NZ Automotive Industry News

May 28th, 2025

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// Peugeot to revive GTi badge with electric 208 hot hatch

A hot GTi variant of the electric e-208 will debut ahead of Le Mans 24 Hour race on Jun 13.

// Ingham franchises land awards

Nissan dealership on Auckland’s North Shore takes top gong while Cambridge business comes third. Two Ingham Nissan dealerships have been recognised as being among the marque’s top-performing retailers in the country by earning multiple honours in the 2024 Nissan Elite Dealer Excellence Awards.

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// Successful eVTOL hydrogen testing in Sydney

Australia’s long-range electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft could be ready for emission-free flight testing within a year.

// EV battery fires expose New Zealand regulatory gap – VIA

The fire that destroyed a North Shore recycling facility (on Thursday April 24) is a stark reminder of what’s at stake when battery systems outpace regulation.

// ‘Resilience’ key to success

Lower interest rates predicted to translate into “more robust demand” for vehicles. Turners Automotive Group anticipates continued “strong progress” over the next 12 months towards its medium-term goal of $65 million in net profit after tax (NPAT) even though the economic recovery is expected to be gradual.

// Nissan may sell its HQ to save funds

Amid a series of cost-cutting efforts (outlined here) in its fight for survival, Nissan may sell off its global headquarters.

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// “Social Leasing” Could Provide Affordable EVs to 3 Million Households in Europe

National schemes could be financed by the revenues generated by the EU’s carbon market and Social Climate Fund, analysis finds. It would enable many low and modest-income households to move away from dependence on combustion cars and fossil fuels.

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May 28th, 20252025-05-28T03:36:59+12:00

May 27th, 2025

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// Suzuki teases its first new model for NZ in eight years

Japanese carmaker Suzuki is set to add a new model to its line-up later this year as it looks to take on the likes of the Mitsubishi ASX and Kia Seltos.

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// Toyota rated NZ’s most trusted carmaker for 20 years running

In a not remotely surprising turn, Toyota New Zealand has retained its spot as the country’s most trusted car brand in the latest iteration of the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Awards.

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// Telo EV trucks

A small yet powerful electric truck (ute) offers an estimated 563km range, has a 106kWh battery, dual all-wheel drive motors producing 367.7kW power, can fast charge to 80% in 20 minutes, has an expandable bed or tray (1.5metres to 2.4m) with a foldable mid-gate and is expected to be sold later this year or early 2026.

// Turners posts record $38.6m net profit, caps decade of growth

Turners Automotive Group has delivered a record net profit after tax of $38.6 million for the financial year ending March 31, up 17% on the prior year, rounding off what the company describes as “a decade of sustainable growth”.

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// BMW M2 CS returns with more power and pace

The second-generation BMW M2 arrived in 2022 but there has been no Competition model, at least in the EU. Instead BMW has revealed the full-fat M2 CS.

// Sodium-ion batteries’ three big promises – IDTechEx

Sodium-ion batteries are emerging as a compelling alternative to lithium-ion, offering a unique blend of material abundance, system compatibility, and enhanced safety.

// CEO becomes executive director

Todd Hunter will continue in current CEO role at Turners in addition to non-independent director’s role. Turners Automotive Group has announced the appointment of Todd Hunter as an executive director of the company.

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May 27th, 20252025-05-27T02:07:19+12:00

May 26th, 2025

HOT TOPIC

// Xiaomi YU7 revealed

Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has unveiled its second production model, the YU7, a sleek all-electric SUV designed to follow in the tyre tracks of the wildly popular SU7 sedan.

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// Rolls-Royce re-opens House of Luxury in Auckland

Purple is the colour most associated with rarity, royalty, luxury, ambition, magic, mystery, spirituality. Therefore, no other hue is more fitting for the new House of Luxury where Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Auckland resides.

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// Land Rover Discovery Tempest for NZ: 4×4 7-seater goes further down the luxury route

Following on from its Discovery-range update (read our D350 review here), Land Rover New Zealand will introduce a new flagship model in November: the Tempest.

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// Trio of electric vehicles score top crash safety marks

Three very different pure plug-in vehicles — the Kia EV3, MGS5, and Tesla Model 3 — have all been awarded 5-star safety ratings by ANCAP.

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// MTA on Budget 2025: A quiet win for the automotive industry

Budget 2025 may not have delivered headline announcements for roads or vehicles, but its focus on business incentives and workforce policy has been broadly welcomed by the automotive sector.

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// Trade Me Motors appoints new industry relationships manager

Trade Me Motors has named Steve Vermeulen as its new automotive industry relationships manager, a role aimed at strengthening engagement with the sector.

// New govt fleet management contract launched

A new all-of-government (AoG) fleet management services contract has been launched, offering public sector agencies access to a wider range of vehicle and fleet services under a refreshed panel of 11 providers.

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// The car that could save Tesla has arrived in NZ

The first units of Tesla’s updated Model Y, nicknamed ‘Project Juniper’, have arrived at the brand’s South Auckland site. These first models are available for customer test drives, with first pre-order deliveries set to come next month.

// New CCS fee revealed

NZTA announces registering newly imported light vehicles will cost an extra $22.46 from July 1.

// Chinese carmaker overtakes Tesla in EU as drivers revolt against Musk

Chinese electric car maker BYD has outsold Tesla in Europe for the first time, in what experts described as a “watershed moment”.

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// Congress Just Took A Sledgehammer To The EV Industry. Here’s What It Means

The U.S. House just killed the EV tax credits. The Senate voted to end California’s emissions rules. America is about to fall behind.

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May 26th, 20252025-05-25T17:02:20+12:00

May 23rd, 2025

HOT TOPIC

// From vehicle groomer to dealer principal – Delaney moves to Fagan Motors

Ford New Zealand is delighted to share that Colonial Motor Company has appointed Alex Delaney as dealer principal at Fagan Motors, the Masterton-based Ford dealership.

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// Recall advice for dealers

VIA issues reminder to check Japanese recall databases for vehicles purchased in Japan. Dealers are being advised to ensure all recalls on vehicles are closed out before they try to bring them into the country.

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// Nissan Micra reinvented as Renault 5 twin

Nissan’s new Micra has finally been unveiled officially and returns after two years in the remaking. Now it is a much funkier design, aiming to appeal to younger buyers and equally to box sexes. Nissan doesn’t want it to be seen as a ‘grandma’ car any longer. The styling should put paid to that.

// Trio of electric vehicles score top crash safety marks

Three very different pure plug-in vehicles — the Kia EV3, MGS5, and Tesla Model 3 — have all been awarded 5-star safety ratings by ANCAP.

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// Motor Industry Recruitment Executive

Automotive Employment (NZ) Ltd   |  Auckland, Work from home

An award-winning company with a 33-year history. Work from home, 5-day week, six-figure OTE, and extensive staff benefits

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// The four-door Dodge Charger EV is finally here, but there’s more to it

Dodge is calling it the “world’s only” four-door muscle car. The four-door Dodge Charger Daytona EV will join the lineup for the 2026 model year, but that’s not the only change.

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May 23rd, 20252025-05-22T22:29:32+12:00

May 22nd, 2025

HOT TOPIC

// All-new Toyota RAV4 for NZ revealed in full: and yes, we’re getting a GR Sport PHEV

After two rounds of teasers, Toyota has revealed the all-new 6th-generation RAV4 SUV: the first major change since the current model was released in 2018 (launched in New Zealand 2019).

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// BMW appoints NZ boss

New managing director has “proven track record of building strong dealer relationships”. BMW Group New Zealand has announced the appointment of Francois Roca as its new managing director, effective July 1.

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// Auto Trader NZ new sales head

Mitch Woods has been appointed Auto Trader New Zealand sales head. Woods was sales director at insurance broker help firm JAVLN for five years, Trade Me business development manager for 4.5 years and AA New Zealand national sales manager for two years and eight months.

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// BMW is also field testing solid-state battery tech

The BMW Group has fitted a BMW i7 with a solid-state battery as it charges ahead with testing of the next-generation technology.

// BYD says its new PHEVs will outperform range extenders

BYD is priming a range of new plug-in hybrids with around 200km of electric-only range.

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// Motor Industry Recruitment Executive

Automotive Employment (NZ) Ltd   |  Auckland, Work from home

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// China’s Electric Truck Sales Are About To Take Off: CATL

The battery giant says that up to 50% of all semi trucks sold in China will be electric in three years’ time.

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May 22nd, 20252025-05-22T03:13:36+12:00

May 21st, 2025

HOT TOPIC

// New face for finance firm

Shane Millar brings decades of experience across automotive and financial services to MTF. MTF has announced the appointment of Shane Millar as its new manager of national sales operations.

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// Chinese ute brand Jac: extra NZ dealers, supplying major Fieldays prize

Chinese commercial-vehicle brand Jac, which entered the New Zealand one-tonne ute market this year with the $49,990 T9, is expanding its local dealerships.

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// Nine Toyota, Lexus models recalled over fuel pump issue

Toyota has issued a pair of New Zealand recall notices for seven different Toyota models and two different Lexus models over a shared fuel pump issue. The recall spans a broad line-up of cars, ranging from sports cars to vans.

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// Young talent shines at 2025 Collision Repair Apprentice Awards

Lachlan Chatfield, of Harrow Motor Body Works in Dunedin, took home the Golden Hammer Award, while Auckland’s Emma Simpson, of Auckland Panel and Paint Group Limited, was named winner of the Golden Gun Award — marking the second consecutive year a woman has claimed one of the industry’s top apprentice honours.

// BYD new electric city car spotted

A new small hatchback right-hand drive has been seen in camouflage while parked at a testing facility, shared on X by Thinkercar.

// Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles begins T6.1 runout campaign

Volkswagen New Zealand has begun the run-out phase of the Transporter T6.1 as it prepares for the arrival of the new T7 model line-up later this year.

// Four stars for Tavascan

Down-under model lacks some systems that come standard in European models, says ANCAP. The Cupra Tavascan, an electric SUV, has received a four-star ANCAP safety rating.

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// Motor Industry Recruitment Executive

Automotive Employment (NZ) Ltd   |  Auckland, Work from home

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// Tesla Cybertruck Trade-Ins Are Here. The Depreciation Is Brutal

The Tesla Cybertruck is turning into the ultimate depreciation machine. One member of the Cybertruck Owners Club forum got a trade-in estimate from Tesla of $65,400 for his 2024 Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive Foundation Series with just 6,211 miles on the odometer.

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May 21st, 20252025-05-21T03:01:14+12:00

May 20th 2025

HOT TOPIC

// Kia boss gains NZ insight

Marque’s chief executive officer heads Down Under to meet staff, visit leading dealership. Kia Corporation has shown its “commitment” to the New Zealand market after the company’s president and chief executive flew in for a special visit.

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// More Chery models for NZ: Tiggo 7 & 8 with Super Hybrid technology

Following its announcement of the pint-sized Tiggo 4 petrol as the first Chery-branded model destined for New Zealand, the Chinese maker has now confirmed that it will introduce “Super Hybrid” technology in two further models, the Tiggo 7 and Tiggo 8.

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// JAC expands NZ dealership network

JAC Motors is extending its presence in New Zealand with three new dealership locations, bringing its top-of-the-line JAC T9 ute to more regions.

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// Dealer forced to close business after year-long colonoscopy delay leads to advanced cancer

A Hawke’s Bay car dealer has been left battling stage 3 bowel cancer after waiting more than a year for a colonoscopy—far beyond the 42-day target for semi-urgent cases.

// Contact trials tech to enhance EV charging

Contact Energy has launched a pilot using innovative technology to make it easy for EV owners to charge their car when electricity demand is at its lowest.

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// The Electric Dodge Charger Daytona R/T Is Dead For 2026

Despite having bargain lease deals from the moment it hit dealer lots, demand has been slim.

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May 20th 20252025-05-20T02:58:52+12:00

May 19th 2025

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// Subaru spruces the BRZ with new limited editon, but you can’t have one

Subaru has revealed a special run-of-ten BRZ has landed in New Zealand, taking the suffix ‘Tsubasa’.

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// CarPlay Ultra debuts in Aston Martin

Apple has officially launched CarPlay Ultra, a next-generation upgrade of its in-car infotainment system, and it’s set to change the way drivers interact with their vehicles.

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// Shaun Moses has been found on Saturday.

Police and family members were urgently appealing for help to locate Shaun Moses, a prominent figure in Auckland’s automotive industry, who had been missing since Wednesday, May 14. Moses, 45, was last seen around the Auckland CBD area and has not been in contact with family or friends since.

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// JAC T9 smashes endurance record

JAC NZ reckons a record-breaking endurance run of the T9 ute shows why the vehicle is a serious contender for Kiwi tradies.

// Hyundai and Golf New Zealand recommit to partnership

Hyundai New Zealand has announced an extension of its partnership with Golf New Zealand. Both parties are recommitting to growing the love of golf across the country.

// Tiggo 4 ready for launch

Compact SUV from Chery will be on sale here in July after winning awards across the Tasman.

// Mazda6e electric sedan debuts in Europe

Mazda has officially launched its electric Mazda6e in Europe. The firm describes it as “a new era, transferring the seamless connection between car and driver into the age of electric mobility”.

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// Motor Industry Recruitment Executive

Automotive Employment (NZ) Ltd   |  Auckland, Work from home

An award-winning company with a 33-year history. Work from home, 5-day week, six-figure OTE, and extensive staff benefits

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla’s robotaxi fleet will be powered by ‘plenty of teleoperation’

Tesla’s Austin robotaxi fleet will be powered by ‘plenty of teleoperation’ as it “can’t screw up”, according to a new report from Morgan Stanley after meeting with Tesla.

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// Advertise Here to reach the Industry

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May 19th 20252025-05-18T22:02:31+12:00

May 16th, 2025

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// Honda debuts its first full EV for NZ – e:N1

The Honda e:N1 has dotted down in New Zealand and gone on sale.

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// Chery prepares for New Zealand launch in July with Tiggo 4 arrival

Chery has confirmed it will begin sales in New Zealand in July 2025 with the arrival of the compact Tiggo 4 SUV into 10 local dealerships from Whangarei to Christchurch.

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// Archibald & Shorter named top JLR dealer for second year running

Motorcorp Distributors Limited, importers of Jaguar Land Rover vehicles in New Zealand (JLR New Zealand), hosted the annual Retailer of the Year awards over the weekend.

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// BMW NZ expands X3 range with new entry-level petrol variant

BMW New Zealand will expand its local X3 lineup later this year with the arrival of a new petrol-powered entry model, the BMW X3 20 xDrive.

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// Tina from Turners character actor moving to Samoa

Actor and comedian Bubbah (Sieni Tiana Leo’o Olo) who is the driving force behind the Tina from Turners “Sell us your Car” character, has confirmed to Stuff that she will permanently relocate to Samoa in June.

// Drop in car spending

Motor vehicles and fuel record declines as overall card transactions across retail remain unchanged.

// New LDV ute at Fieldays

Terron 9 to show off its 163.5kW and 520Nm vital statistics for first time in NZ at Mystery Creek event.

// Next VW Golf GTI will be electric and monstering

The all-electric Volkswagen ID Golf GTI is evidently in the development phase, and VW CEO Thomas Schäfer said that it will be a monster.

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// Waymo Recalls 1,212 Robotaxis Because They Keep Crashing Into Things

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// GWM Haval H6 hybrid facelift for New Zealand: punctuation marked

GWM claims its facelifted Haval H6 is “punctuated by premium details”, with revised exterior and interior features. First shipments arrive later this month.

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// Nissan is closing seven plants after announcing huge fiscal loss

Nissan has announced that it is also culling 20,000 jobs following the reporting of a massive net loss ($NZ8.5b) in the 2024/25 financial year.

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// Chery Tiggo 4 budget-SUV confirmed for New Zealand in July

Chinese brand Chery will re-enter the Kiwi market with the Tiggo 4 compact SUV in July.

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// Upgrades for Corolla Cross

New GR Sport variant of compact SUV set to replace previous Limited AWD grade.

// Volkswagen EVs will use LFP batteries from 2026

All electric Volkswagens will move to an updated platform from next year, ushering in lithium ion phosphate (LFP) battery chemistry that promises to reduce costs.

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// EPA Vows To ‘Fix’ This Gas-Saving Feature That ‘Everyone Hates’

Consumers may hate it, but they also underestimate how much gas this low-tech feature saves.

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