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// Mitsubishi teases all-new compact SUV ahead of reveal

Mitsubishi has released a series of teaser images and videos of an all-new compact SUV that is set to be revealed early next month.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says MMC teases all-new compact SUV

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// Buy an Opel this month and get a year’s worth of free fuel

Opel New Zealand is offering Kiwis a way to beat the recent rise in fuel prices by giving away a year’s worth of free fuel

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Opel’s fuel price-hike buster

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// Online orders open for Mazda CX-60 and CX-90 SUV models

Mazda New Zealand has confirmed pricing and specification of the new CX-60 and the new CX-90 which will be on-sale from September 2023.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says Mazda confirms CX-60 and CX-90 details ahead of local launch

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// Toyota NZ enters all-electric era

The company has announced the fully electric bZ4X SUV will be arriving on our shores in early 2024.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoCar says Arrival date set for fully electric Toyota bZ4X

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// MIA says June 2023 was the biggest new vehicle sales month yet

The Motor Industry Association says that June 2023 registrations of 23,560 units is the biggest new vehicle sales month yet on record with the Toyota Hilux becoming the best-selling overall vehicle for the month.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoCar says June 2023 was the biggest month on record for new vehicle sales
• AutoFile says Record set for registrations
• Driven says Biggest-ever month for NZ new-vehicle sales: rush to avoid Clean Car fees
• Stuff Motoring says Toyota wins in June as buyers rush to beat new fees
• EVs and Beyond says June 2023 tops for new vehicle sales, including EVs

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// New Nissan Navara and Patrol to be solid-state BEVs

Nissan says its next ute and heavy SUV will be battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Supplier claims a third more winter EV range with thermal tech

In the Porsche Taycan, ZF has presented a revamped thermal system for the powertrain and cabin, based around a central refrigerant circuit and 800-volt heat pump system.

• Read this article on GreenCarReports.com

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// Abarth 500e in Mission: Possible campaign

Abarth celebrates the release of Paramount Pictures’ Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One in cinemas on July 12 with a partnership to launch the electric Abarth 500e.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Century extends warranty on Lithium Pro batteries

Century Batteries has announced that the warranty on its Lithium Pro automotive range is being extended from three to five years.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Automotive a beneficiary of Inspiring Futures Foundation grants

The Inspiring Futures Foundation (IFF) has awarded more than $170,000 in grants to industry organisations for education and training in the latest round of funding.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• $50 vouchers for revoked warrants
• Hyundai and Kia to sponsor FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & NZ 2023
• Dean Sheed takes on new role within European Motor Distributors
• Tesla Model 3 more affordable than ever before after price slash
• Experimental hybrid called ‘Life-Save’ explodes, killing two

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// New Zealand’s most popular EV maker slashes prices again

Tesla has dropped the price of its two New Zealand models for the fifth time this year as the Clean Car Discount (CCD) adjustments kick in.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• Driven says Another NZ price drop for Tesla Model 3, Y – but new model on the way

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// Toyota NZ sold more cars in June than it ever has before

Toyota New Zealand is celebrating a milestone month of sales after it sold the highest number of cars in the company’s history in June.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• AutoFile says Rush to beat fees
• AutoFile says New-vehicle sector soars
• AutoFile says Registrations surge for used imports
• AutoFile says Record numbers for Toyota

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// Well-known Audi boss steps aside; Leet takes over

Dean Sheed, long associated with the Audi brand in New Zealand as its general manager for almost 15 years, is stepping aside.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• Stuff Motoring says New Audi CEO’s big task is cleaning up years of mistakes

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// MTA offers $50 voucher for revoked WOF to Newmarket Auto Repair customers

The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says it will support vehicle owners who recently had their warrant of fitness revoked by Waka Kotahi, after an investigation revealed they weren’t issued by a certified inspector.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Amazon Robotaxi Team Growing, Robotaxi Use Launches In Las Vegas

On June 16, Zoox robotaxis began operating for employee use there — no drivers, no pedals, no steering wheels.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

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// Solar-powered hybrid car explodes, killing occupants

A prototype solar-powered hybrid car that was being developed in Italy exploded last week, killing its two occupants.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// SEA Electric appoints Marco Quaranta APAC sales director

Electric truck manufacturer SEA Electric has appointed transport industry veteran Marco Quaranta as its new Asia Pacific sales director, effective July 3.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// District court case pending over repossessed McLaren 650S Spider

A man who purchased a McLaren for $215,000 from a dealer, which was then repossessed seven months later for finance owing from a previous owner, is now making a civil claim against both the dealer and the financier in the district court.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• Maserati GT2 marks brand’s return to the racing
• Watch how Honda created an IndyCar-powered CR-V SUV
• Two 75kW ChargeNet EV chargers for Ravenswood
• Tesla ups Q2 production and delivery
• Hyundai and Kia announce Women’s World Cup official mobility partnership

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// XX rated: Ferrari SF90 gets even more special (and street legal)

Ferrari XX models have always been track-only beasts, but now the SF90 XX Stradale and Spider are here to take the streets.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

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• AutoCar says Ferrari SF90 XX unveiled as racecar for the road
• Stuff Motoring says Ferrari unleashes hardcore hybrid road-going racer

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// Ineos’ Ford Ranger Raptor-fighting Grenadier ute set for launch

Ineos, makers of the Grenadier off-roader, will debut its double-cab pick-up competitor to the Jeep Gladiator in a few short weeks at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• AutoCar says Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster ute to be unveiled at Goodwood

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// Mazda CX-60 and CX-90 pricing quietly revealed for NZ

Mazda New Zealand has quietly revealed the pricing and specification of its new CX-60 and CX-90 SUVs that are set to arrive in the country later this year with electrified powertrains only.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// More on this 

• Stuff Motoring says Mazda ditches diesel, embraces hybrid with new SUVs

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// Clean Car mayhem warps market statistics

The impact of changes to the Clean Car Discount and shown themselves in June’s market statistics – with the highest levels of recorded registrations in passenger cars.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Toyota gives insight on record June
• AutoTalk says Imports surge, yet fall short of record
• EVs and Beyond says Electric vehicle sales get CCD bump

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// Subaru steps into electrification with STe trademark

Subaru is seemingly taking a big step towards electrifying its vehicle lineup, as it recently trademarked the name “STe” with the German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA).

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

// Volkswagen teases upcoming Scout EV ute and SUV

Volkswagen recently held its Capital Markets Day presentation in Germany, and there it showed a small glimpse of the upcoming Scout all-electric ute and SUV for eagle-eyed viewers.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// BMW i5 Touring Wagon Spied, Drops Camouflage And Exposes Front-End Design

This could be the hotter M60 variant.

• Read this article on Motor1.com

// Your Car Records Everything, Now Cops Want That Data

There’s more data than ever. Who does it belong to, and should the cops be able to get it?

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

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// MMNZ appoints new head of retail sales and operations

Mitsubishi Motors NZ (MMNZ) has promoted Hayley Rowland-White into the newly created role of head of retail sales and operations.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Greg Murphy – It doesn’t add up

The Government’s fee and rebate system that encourages people to buy certain cars and avoid others is apparently going to help save the planet by reducing our transport emissions here in New Zealand.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Volvo is latest automaker to join Tesla charging standard

Volvo is the latest automaker to adopt Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS).

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

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• Porsche celebrates Le Mans centenary with special edition 911
• AutoTalk Weekly Wrap – Episode 57
• NZ Tesla Model 3 and Y prices cut to lowest ever
• Tesla grows New Zealand footprint, opens second Auckland store
• Mazda dealer contributions support in-school education initiative
• Jaguar New Zealand issues recall for all I-Pace EV model years, 2019-24

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// Jaguar I-Pace recall for 2019-2024 EVs

Jaguar New Zealand is recalling all I-Pace EVs manufactured from 2019-2024 due to a possible safety-related problem detected during ongoing quality assessments.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

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• AutoCar says Jaguar I-Pace recalled in NZ due to battery fire risk
• Stuff Motoring says Kiwi Jaguar EV owners told to park cars outside due to fire risk

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// Euan Philpot steps down from JEVIC NZ and VINZ

Euan Philpot has resigned as CEO and director of JEVIC NZ, while also stepping down as chairman of Vehicle Inspection NZ.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Philpot departs Optimus

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// Group makes online impression

Company reflects on a record year and says Google searches for “Turners Cars” now outnumber those for “used cars”.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Turners reports strong FY23 results amongst challenging conditions

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// The 2 Cheap Cars Group reports 25% increase in revenue for FY23

The 2 Cheap Cars Group is reporting a 25% increase in revenue and income to $82.7m for the 2023 financial year.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoFile says 2 Cheap sets profit goals

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// Toyota Hilux hybrid makes public debut at African rally

The buzz of the incoming mild-hybrid Toyota Hilux isn’t just exclusive to us down under it seems, as the electrified ute recently performed a demonstration run to an audience at the WRC Safari Rally in Africa.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Wind + solar produced more electricity than coal in the US in the first third of 2023

Electricity generated from wind and solar outproduced coal and nearly tied nuclear during the first four months of 2023 in the US, according to new data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).

• Read this article on Electrek.co

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// Locky Docks spreading from later this year

Big Street Bikers and outdoor media company oOh!media have signed a major partnership agreement to install and operate Locky Docks in key centres nationwide.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// APAC EV market to grow by 25.6% CAGR

Interest in electric vehicles (EVs) as a cleaner and more effective substitute for conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles has grown significantly in recent years.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Plates running low as Clean Car Discount deadline approaches

Busy dealers and distributors now appear to be facing shortages of number plates in some places as the deadline for getting cars registered prior to the changes in the Clean Car Discount come into play on Saturday morning.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• Porsche teases special 911 that could be revealed at Le Mans
• Mechanic not charged after issuing 1500 dodgy WoFs
• Luxon wants EV drivers to pay RUC
• SolarZero becomes Toitū climate positive certified

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// Audi makes good over Q3 registration error

Audi New Zealand is making good to 146 customers who purchased a Q3 SUV believing it had a 1.5-litre engine with a seven-speed transmission but was actually powered by a 1.4-litre engine mated to a six-speed gearbox.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

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• AutoFile says Marque makes engine blunde

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// Former Audi CEO sentenced in VW emissions scandal

Former chief executive officer of Audi, Rupert Stadler, has been given a suspended sentence

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoTalk says Dieselgate sentence for former Audi AG boss
• Stuff Motoring says Ex-Audi boss convicted of fraud in automaker’s diesel emissions scandal

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// Aston Martin partners with Lucid to build EVs

Aston Martin has partnered up with American electric carmaker Lucid Motors as part of a £2 billion ($NZ4.1 billion) transition from petrol-powered supercars to luxury EVs.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• Stuff Motoring says Aston Martin partners with hot shot American electric start-up

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// 11,000 home solar batteries to add 30MW to electricity grid

Ara Ake and SolarZero are collaborating on an innovative winter 2023 peak solution for electricity -enabling 30MW of additional network capacity on-demand.

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• EVs and Beyond says Solar energy sharing trial approved

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// National wants EV owners to pay road user charges

National has made it clear that it will make EV owners pay road user charges if it gets elected later this year.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Turners ranked 7th in top ten retailer list

Turners Auto Group has been ranked as the country’s seventh most powerful publicly listed retailer by Stuff.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Volvo To Adopt Tesla’s NACS Charging Inlet For BEVs In North America From 2025

Volvo Cars is another automaker that officially announced a switch from the Combined Charging System (CCS1) to Tesla’s North American Charging Standard

• Read this article on InsideEVs.com

// Solid-State Batteries Get Another Step Closer — “Breakthrough In Stabilization”

Solid-state batteries have been hyped as the next big era of batteries for at least a decade. But there’s always “just one more thing” that needs to be fixed.

• Read this article on Cleantechnica.com

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// More EV chargers coming

Europcar is installing more EV chargers at its key locations across New Zealand so it can process EV rentals even more efficiently for customers,

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// Long-serving industry figure resigns

Euan Philpot has stepped down as director and CEO of JEVIC NZ, and as chairman of VINZ.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Solar panel boost for EVs

Study asks whether people with solar installations are more likely to buy electric cars and, if so, why.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// What we know so far about Toyota’s ‘groundbreaking’ hybrid ute

Details relating to the powertrain of Toyota’s first hybrid-powered Hilux,

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• Singer unveils stunning 934/5-inspired DLS Turbo
• Tesla Wellington temporary move
• Port scoops safety prizes
• Students turn Skoda Enyaq into an office/camper
• Not only is BMW making an M5 Touring, but it will be electrified
• 2024 BMW X1 lineup gains powerful 229-kW M35i variant

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HOT TOPIC

// Toyota confirms hybrid Hilux for NZ in 2024

Toyota New Zealand has today confirmed that a mild-hybrid Hilux will go on sale locally in early 2024, potentially giving Kiwis a new way to beat the ute tax.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

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• AutoFile says Hybrid Hilux on horizon
• AutoTalk says Toyota confirms Hilux hybrid arrival in Q1 2024
• Driven says Toyota confirms hybrid Hilux for New Zealand
• Stuff Motoring says Confirmed: Toyota to bring first hybrid ute to NZ next year

HOT TOPIC

// Agency issues key CCD reminders

Waka Kotahi reports high volumes of rebate applications ahead of changes to scheme being introduced.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

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• AutoCar says Waka Kotahi issues reminders for CCD changes
• AutoTalk says NZTA explains CCD change questions

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// Cadillac set for electric Australasian launch

Cadillac looks set to launch into Australasia with a factory right-hand drive electric SUV EVs and Beyond has been led to believe.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Chevy Silverado EV debuts with monster battery, 450+ mile range for better (or worse?)

But that monster battery also has a few well disguised drawbacks, including putting the truck at a whopping 8500 lbs.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

// China’s solar is now at twice the capacity of its coal power – report

Solar is growing at 33.7% year-on-year and is now at twice the capacity of coal power in China, according to a new report.

• Read this article on Electrek.co

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// New Toyota C-HR breaks cover as hybrid-only model

The covers have officially come off the all-new second generation Toyota C-HR, revealing a hybrid-only compact SUV with a concept-like design.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Turners among top retailers

Automotive business placed on power list as it increases its share of the used vehicle market.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// BMW has confirmed it’s developing an M5 Touring

We rejoiced when BMW announced it would create an M3 Touring and today we’re rejoicing again with the announcement that it’s developing an M5 Touring.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Is China’s electric vehicle bubble starting to deflate?

The world’s largest electric-vehicle market is putting its crowded infancy stage behind it.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

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• Polestar 2 gets more range, efficiency and performance
• Work needed on vehicle emission standards: MIA and VIA
• Cybertruck in NZ
• Aston Martin accelerates EV plans
• Vero gender-neutral on car insurance
• BYD to return to Fieldays in 2024

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// A Clean Car Discount BMW? Carmaker’s cheapest EV could get cheaper

The new entry point to BMW’s line-up of fully electric models, the iX1, has officially launched in Australia and New Zealand, with examples already appearing at local dealerships for customers to see in the metal.

• Read this article on Stuff.co.nz

// VW vows to improve car interiors after customer backlash

If you’re among the many who have complained about Volkswagen’s recent car interior choices, fret not: the German automaker wants to do better – and fast.

• Read this article on Driven.co.nz

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// Ford plans a high-performance F-150 electric pickup, and it’s called Flash

A more powerful, high-performance Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup is coming.

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// Lamborghini Urus to become PHEV-only model

The Lamborghini Urus will reportedly only be offered as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) from next year, with the brand embracing its electrified future.

• Read this article on AutoCar.co.nz

// Kiwis aim to lower travel emissions

A third of Kiwis say they would hire a hybrid car (or EV) for environmental reasons, while one in five would take public transport if it was available.

• Read this article on EVsandBeyond.co.nz

// FMA publishes final guidance for CoFI regimen

The Financial Markets Authority (FMA) has published its final guidance for financial institutions that distribute products and services through intermediaries as part of the Conduct of Financial Institutions (CoFI) regimen.

• Read this article on AutoTalk.co.nz

// Value of vehicle imports grows

Latest overseas trade figures show the value of imports and exports were both on the up in May.

• Read this article on AutoFile.co.nz

// Hunt for biosecurity stars

Entries open for annual awards with nine gongs up for grabs at prizegiving in November.

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As it stands, there is but one electric ute on sale in New Zealand, the LDV eT60.

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Kia has been a step ahead in the electric vehicle (EV) race as of late, coming out with acclaimed models like the Niro and EV6. Now with the upcoming EV9, Kia is upping the ante once again.

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MG isn’t doing the Goodwood Festival of Speed by halves this year as it plans to globally debut the new Cyberster roadster alongside the unveiling of two performance EVs.

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David Parker has been appointed the new Minister of Transport following Michael Wood’s resignation from cabinet.

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A Rightcar portal where dealers enter vehicle identification numbers (VIN) is being worked on after issues reportedly surfaced.

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Mayor says he is “open-minded” about best solution as he seeks to free up prime waterfront land.

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// Nio …, ends free battery swapping

Nio’s growing up and focusing on Europe with its latest model, but the automaker’s adding a reality check that battery swapping isn’t profitable in its current form.

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// Tesla is looking to acquire wireless charging startup

Tesla is an interested buyer of a small Germany-based wireless charging startup following the automaker’s indications that it might launch its own EV wireless charger.

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Renault’s second locally available fully electric passenger car offering, the Megane E-Tech plug-in crossover, is one step closer to entering the competitive EV market, with the first Renault New Zealand evaluation vehicle landing in the country.

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// Europcar NZ appoints two new senior leaders

Europcar New Zealand has appointed Caddie Kerr as its new head of country and Claire Reynolds as it new national sales manager.

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// Popular electric SUV survives in NZ, while Oz gives it the chop

MG’s local electric range is growing, particularly with the recent pricing confirmation of the entry-level, sub-$40,000 (with rebate) 51kWh MG4 Excite.

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// Marque building reputation

Boss praises efforts of Toyota NZ staff during a “challenging period” as company climbs up annual rankings.

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// You can now buy a McMurtry Spéirling for yourself

Remember the McMurtry Spéirling that broke the Goodwood Festival of Speed hill climb record last year?

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Mitsubishi Motors has released a teaser for the next-generation Triton, and it’s set for a global reveal in Thailand on 26 July.

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// Mercedes-Benz puts EVs ahead of plug-in hybrids for NZ

By the end of this year, the local arm of Mercedes-Benz will have eight different EVs in its line-up, with two new dedicated plug-in SUVs set to arrive in September.

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// Higher fuel prices on way

Association gives advice on how New Zealanders can plan ahead for increased transport costs.

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// Michael Wood resigns following further conflicts of interest

Michael Wood has today resigned as a Minister in the New Zealand Government after it was revealed he holds further shares in companies that produce conflicts of interest with his role.

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Hyundai Motor shared its mid- to long-term business and financial plans based on its ‘Hyundai Motor Way’ strategy at the June 21 ‘2023 CEO Investor Day’ in Seoul.

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Hollywood star Ewan McGregor (Star Wars, Trainspotting) will present the long-wheelbase ID. Buzz electric bus at the VW Bus Festival in Hanover (June 23-25).

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// Chance to share knowledge

Conference organisers keen to hear presentation ideas about future transport for T-Tech 2023.

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// Ford Australia slashes workforce by 400 roles

Ford Australia has made 400 staff redundant as part of the global company’s job-cutting onslaught.

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