April 15th, 2025
HOT TOPIC
// Warning over right to repair
Motor Trade Association says Greens’ bill to change the CGA will severely disrupt car industry.
HOT TOPIC
// Govt proposes driver licence overhaul
The Government has unveiled plans to overhaul New Zealand’s driver licensing system, proposing to scrap the requirement for a second practical driving test to obtain a full licence — the first major reform of the licensing system since 2011.
- AutoCar says Overhaul of driver’s licence system proposed
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// Cyber X boxy SUV due soon from MG
MG will show off a chunky new medium SUV, the MG Cyber X, at the Shanghai Auto Show.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Coming here soon – GMSV remanufactures GMC Yukon Denali
The GMC Yukon Denali has officially debuted in Australia and New Zealand.
// Update for inspection rules
Exhaust emissions among areas of focus in revision of entry certification requirements for used imports.
// Turners opening new Hornby branch in Christchurch
Turners Auto Retail will open its new Hornby branch in Christchurch on April 16, 2025.
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Bay City Mitsubishi | Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty
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// Sales Consultant | New & Used
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Expected earnings of $100,000+ pa with over 1,000 cars available to sell. Fun, inclusive, and supportive team culture with ongoing training and career growth opportunities.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// The Tesla Model S And Model X Are Dead In China
Tesla stopped taking orders for new Model S and Model X vehicles in China late last week, marking another step toward the two models’ impending demise.
ONE LINERS
- Nissan launches new AV tech FY2027
- Tesla Cybertruck heads south
- Porsche sells higher share of electrified cars
- Cadillac opens ‘luxury’ showroom
- Mazda keen to bring new EV to New Zealand
- Subaru teases next-gen Outback along with new EV
- McMurtry Speirling becomes world’s first car to drive upside down
- Limited Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Edition R brings track upgrades to NZ
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