August 11th, 2023
BEST OF TODAY
// Rivian ups EV production
Rivian Automotive aims to build about 52,000 EVs this year – nearly double that of last year and about 2000 more than initially forecast.
// Could the golf car EV trend happen here?
In the US, electric golf carts are becoming increasingly used as second cars. And in many places the authorities are encouraging their use.
// This the best classic car ever – and it’s based on fact, not opinion
The Porsche 911 has emerged as the best classic car ever, following a detailed search process by Car & Classic – Europe’s biggest classic-vehicle marketplace.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Electric 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ Debuts With 450-Mile Range, 750 HP
Massive 24-inch wheels set the ‘Slade apart from rivals like the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV.
// Volkswagen Outsells Tesla In Germany’s EV Market Through July
ID. Buzz and ID. Buzz Cargo sales have picked up steam after the production ramp and likely tipped the scales in VW’s favor.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand contributes $10,000 to Jemima’s Wish.
Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand has contributed $10,000 to the Jemima’s Wish charitable trust which was set up by the Gazley family of Wellington to continue to raise funds for research into paediatric brain cancer (DPIG).
// Aston Martin set to reveal new sports car next week
Mark your calendars because Aston Martin is set to reveal a new sports car at Monterey Car Week, on August 18.
// DPL Insurance implements new digital policy management system
DPL Insurance, a division of the NZX-listed Turners Automotive Group, has implemented a new policy management system thanks to some members of its digital team who worked through the night to launch it.
// How to have your EV cake and eat it too
Electric vehicles (EVs) are all but sure to be the future of motoring. But they still have a way to go before they really take over from combustion, the biggest hurdle being price.
ONE LINERS
- Mercedes-Benz North Shore staff cook up a storm for charity
- Small JLR ‘Defender Sport’ EV expected by 2027
- Inchcape boss wants to drive further positive momentum across global markets
- Anti-SUV group slashes tyres on 60 vehicles at dealership in UK
- McLaren Ultimate Series to feature at 2023 Starship Supercar Show this September
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