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March 16th, 2023

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// Kia EV9 SUV revealed

The electric Kia EV9 design has been revealed by Kia Corporation. It’s the company’s first three-row electric flagship SUV, showing bold styling and sophisticated elegance inside and out.

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// Lamborghini releases more details on LB744 chassis

Lamborghini has been drip-feeding what seem to be endless teasers of its new Aventador successor, codenamed LB744, today revealing more details about its chassis ahead of its launch.

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// Ford confirms pricing for new ute

Everest range expanding with the Wildtrak due here in July and an extra Sport model hitting showrooms now.

// Clean Car Discount set to save two million tonnes of CO2

New data has emerged from the non-profit EV organization Drive Electric showing the Clean Car Discount (CCD) has caused a huge reduction in average CO2 emissions.

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// 2024 GMC Hummer EV truck and SUV can charge other EVs at 6 kw

With the Power Station generator accessory and new 19.2-kw onboard charger, the Hummer EV family will be able to crank out up to 6 kw to other EVs or up to 3 kw to 120-volt appliances or tools.

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// Zenvo Aurora announced as 400km/h+ V12 supercar

Danish carmaker, Zenvo, has just announced its V12-powered supercar, dubbed Aurora, which is targeting a top speed of over 400km/h.

// Volvo Cars boss blasts laggard EU states

European Union states, particularly those seeming to want to derail a zero-tailpipe emission target for new passenger cars and vans by 2035, have been given a rev up by Volvo Cars president and chief executive Jim Rowan.

// MG Motor NZ provides cars for flood-hit families

MG Motor New Zealand is helping local not-for-profit Visionwest Community Trust to assist Auckland families impacted by recent severe weather, particularly hard-hit townships of the west coast.

// One card to charge them all?

Drive Electric chair Mark Gilbert tends to use his credit card to pay for EV charging.

// BMW wants to keep the ICE alive past 2030

BMW has signaled its plans to keep the internal combustion engine (ICE) alive after reportedly stating it will continue to invest in the technology beyond the end of the decade, reports both The Drive and Handelsblatt.

// E-bikes FBT exempt for commuting

Green MP Julie Anne Genter is claiming victory in getting electric bikes, bicycles, and other low-emission transport exempt from fringe benefits tax (FBT) when used for commuting.

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March 16th, 20232023-03-15T23:25:19+13:00

March 15th, 2023

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// Electric ute part of Mitsubishi’s 16-model onslaught

Mitsubishi is preparing a huge range refresh for the next five years, spanning combustion, hybrid and fully electric models over almost every segment you can think of.

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// Policy ‘deserved to be scrapped’

“This scheme was a very expensive way to reduce carbon emissions” – David Crawford, MIA The Motor Industry Association (MIA) says the government’s clean car upgrade “deserved to be scrapped” and axing the social leasing car scheme makes sense in the current environment.

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// Peugeot electric launch prices

The electric Peugeot e-208 and e-2008 are being offered for sale with a limited time launch price of $51,365 and $57,365 respectively.

// Second-life EV battery market worth $11.26b by 2033

The second-life EV battery market has great importance for many reasons, says a new IDTechEx report which expects the market to reach US$7 billion (NZ$11.266b) within 10 years.

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// This US solar company is about to ramp up flexible thin-film solar

Thin-film solar panel maker Ascent Solar Technologies announced today that it’s going to repurpose its Thornton, Colorado, factory to accelerate industrial-scale commercialization of perovskite solar modules.

// Aptera awarded $21M grant from California Energy Commission to help bring solar EVs to production

The grant comes as welcomed news for Aptera as it looks to reach scaled production of its namesake solar EV as one of the few startups left trying to successfully scale the sustainable technology for the masses.

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// VIA March webinar to discuss current and future industry issues

VIA is reminding its automotive industry membership that the March online webinar will take place at 1.30pm today.

// Greens’ views on transport cuts

The Minister for Climate Change says binning the clean car upgrade “doesn’t sit well on top of extension to fuel subsidies”.

// PM defends fuel-tax reduction

Chris Hipkins says forcing people to pay higher fuel prices will not reduce emissions in New Zealand.

// General Motors wants to put ChatGPT AI in its cars

General Motors (GM) has signaled its plans to put artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT in its future cars.

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March 15th, 20232023-03-15T00:34:22+13:00

March 14th, 2023

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// Opel adds Mokka-e Live Edition to NZ lineup

Opel New Zealand has today announced it will offer the Mokka-e Live Edition locally from July this year.

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// MG4 makes Australasian debut, confirmed for NZ

MG has announced that the MG4 has been confirmed to go on sale in New Zealand in the second half of 2023.

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// Heartland mourns loss of Geoffrey Ricketts

Heartland Group Holdings Limited advises that its board’s founding director Geoffrey Ricketts has died following a sudden illness.

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// Dealer says CCS exemption needed for disability vehicles

An Auckland dealership which specialises in mobility vehicles for wheelchair users and drivers with disabilities says the Clean Car Standard will see costs rise between $250k to $500k annually if an exemption is not made by the government.

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// Ford Escape recalled due to ‘detaching’ glass roof

Ford New Zealand has recently recalled the Escape SUV after it was found the glass roof could ‘detach’ while driving.

// Clean Car Upgrade scheme stopped for more to post-cyclone recovery

A $586 million saving by stopping the Clean Car Upgrade scheme where households can scrap their old cars in return for a grant for a cleaner vehicle or to pay for public transport is among newly announced measures from the Government.

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// Another Step Toward Zero Emissions: A Medium-Duty Electric Mack Truck

The MD Electric will meet the needs of trucking applications requiring dry van/refrigerated, stake/flatbed, and dump vocations.

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// Act Party calls for ute tax to be dropped following cyclone

The Act Party is calling on Transport Minister Michael Wood to drop the ute tax following the affects Cyclone Gabrielle had on families, their homes, contents, and vehicles.

// Nissan takes new electrified powertrain development approach

Nissan has unveiled its new approach to electrified powertrain development, which it calls “X-in-1”.

// Mitsubishi’s electrification plan

Mitsubishi Motors intends stepping up its vehicle electrification. It aims to roll out 16 models in five years, including nine electrified vehicles (said to include Mitsubishi’s first electric ute)

// Driving into the future

Agency invites feedback on intelligent transport systems and opens innovation funding round.

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March 14th, 20232023-03-14T00:40:51+13:00

March 13th, 2023

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// MG4 EV on its way, Fully Charged EV show walkaround

And yes, you can have it in Bubble Orange (and two battery sizes)

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// The Good Oil: The AC Cobra is back!

The legend is set to return in a modern, high-tech way. But it still looks the same…

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// Tesla Cybertruck size revealed? How does it compare to a Ford Raptor?

Tesla Cybertruck’s size has apparently been revealed through executives at Investor Day, confirming that it is just a bit smaller than the original prototype.

// Mitsubishi To Debut Four BEVs By 2028, Including Pickup, Two-Row SUV

Mitsubishi plans to source the other two battery-electric vehicles from alliance partners Nissan and Renault.

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// BYD to launch new four-wheel drive globally in 2024

Chinese carmaker BYD has announced that it will launch a new four-wheel drive to global markets in 2024.

// Suzuki leads the way

Swift’s market appeal boosted by availability of in-demand hybrid GLX and RS, says marque.

// Association encourages debate

VIA alerts members to an upcoming webinar where they can have their say on issues affecting the industry.

// Ford recalls SUV in NZ, says glass roof can ‘detach’ video

The recall affects almost 200 locally owned vehicles.

// Japan’s Nissan slashing EV costs, cuts rare materials use video

Nissan says its EVs will be the same price as its petrol models by 2030.

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March 13th, 20232023-03-12T22:25:26+13:00

March 10th, 2023

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// The next Porsche 911 GT2 RS could be a 520kW+ hybrid

It looks like the next-generation Porsche 911 GT2 RS is set to be electrified with insiders of the brand suggesting it will feature a motorsport-derived hybrid system.

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// PHEVs ‘most fuel-efficient’

Industry organisation says Consumer NZ test fails to acknowledge the “low fuel consumption figures” of models.

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// WWCOTY 2023 title goes to the Kia Niro

Created by New Zealand motoring journalist, Sandy Myhre, in 2009, Women’s World Car of the Year is the only car awards in the world comprised exclusively of women motoring journalists.

// Wood needs to drop ‘ute tax’, says ACT

The Government’s “ute tax” needs to go, with up to 10,000 vehicles expected to be written off in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle.

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// Hyundai says the new Kona electric will overtake gas, hybrid variants in sales

The South Korean automaker believes the new Kona EV will sell more than its gas-powered and hybrid variants.

// Chalmers University Reveals 500 KW Wireless Charging Technology

New wireless charging technology from Chalmers University promises up to 500 kW of power with less than a 2% loss.

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// Alpine to take on Pikes Peak in A110 GT4 Evo

French carmaker Alpine has announced its plans to take on the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb later this year in an A110 GT4 Evo.

// Calls continue for NZ winter tyre ban

A Hastings car dealer reckons snow tyres (aka winter tyres) should be banned in New Zealand after a coroner found such tyres may have contributed to a fatal crash.

// Marque celebrates successful dealers

Volkswagen New Zealand hands out prizes for parts, service, passenger sales, commercial sales and marketing at glitzy annual event.

// Suzuki hits another new record in New Zealand

Suzuki has achieved another record in New Zealand after topping the new passenger SUV market in February.

// Toyota New Zealand embraces diversity and gender equity

Toyota New Zealand is embracing diversity and building a more equitable workplace where all current and future team members feel welcome and supported.

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March 10th, 20232023-03-10T00:41:45+13:00

March 9th, 2023

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// Hyundai isn’t killing one of its longest-standing EVs yet

Hyundai has announced a raft of updates for its longstanding Kona Electric, which is somewhat interesting considering the massive Ioniq brand push from the company.

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// PHEVs fail Consumer fuel efficiency test, but MIA adds ‘balance’

‘Real life’ driving of hybrid and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) runs up larger-than-expected fuel bills, a Consumer NZ trial reports.

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// BMW New Zealand issues faulty airbag recalls

BMW New Zealand has issued recalls for models with faulty Takata airbags or airbag components, as well as a suite of other recalls for separate issues.

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// ‘Pressure on used car pricing’

Turners and VIA chiefs expect consumers will have to pay more for replacing vehicles following the recent wild weather.

// Dealership cadet ‘very shaken’ following carjacking

The brazen theft of a 2016 Mercedes Benz C250 AMG from Cars R Us is a clear sign that “things are getting out of hand”, says its dealer principal.

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// How Norway Became The World’s Electric Car Capital

Today, 80% of new cars sold in Norway are electric, compared to about 5% in the United States.

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// Lamborghini reveals LB744’s 1000hp hybrid drivetrain

Lamborghini has today revealed details surrounding the newly-developed plug-in hybrid (PHEV) drivetrain its upcoming LB744 supercar will use, of which reportedly produces 1000hp.

// Cook swapping cars for tractors

Mitsubishi’s chief operating officer in New Zealand resigns for a new role in the United States.

// Vehicle arrears climbing

Credit bureau says a rising number of late repayments for car loans is a key indicator of financial strain.

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March 9th, 20232023-03-09T00:29:45+13:00

March 8th, 2023

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// Kia EV6 GT to launch in New Zealand this month

The top-of-the-line Kia EV6 GT will arrive on our shores later this month, bringing with it the status of the fastest electric car to come out of Korea.

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// BYD electric ute coming?

BYD is building an electric ute for China that may also come here. Spy shots have been published by CarNewsChina, which adds many Chinese vehicle manufacturers are launching and developing new utes (pick-up trucks) for the growing lifestyle market.

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// Government rethinks transport plan to focus on Cyclone Gabrielle

The New Zealand Government has decided to rethink its emissions-focussed transport plan in the wake of Cyclone Gabrielle, favouring an “emergency-style” strategy instead.

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// Turners set for record profit

Company on track for full-year profit before tax to top $44m after consistent trading throughout the summer.

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// New Kona has more range and advanced features

Hyundai’s new Kona Electric includes a 65.4kWh battery providing 490km (WLTP) range.

// Vehicle data firm seals takeover

Autocheck acquires Lemoncheck after industry stalwart decides to make move into retirement.

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// Lancia To Be Reborn As A Style-Focused EV Brand

The resurrection of the iconic Italian marque includes the famous Delta nameplate.

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// New Toyota Land Cruiser rival revealed

The Toyota Land Cruiser may soon have another rough road rival – and it’s coming from emerging automotive powerhouse China.

// EV sharing platform Evee will be crowd charged

Australian-based electric car sharing and rental firm Evee has now launched in New Zealand

// Cook to lead Kiwi company’s tractor push in US

Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand chief operating officer Dan Cook has confirmed he is leaving the company after more than two decades.

// ‘Difficult times ahead’

Industry organization expects vehicle-related insurance claims and hardship applications related to wild weather to increase in the coming weeks.

// New Toyota Prius PHEV to launch in Japan

The new Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid (PHEV) will officially launch in Japan mid-March following the hybrid model’s launch in January.

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March 8th, 20232023-03-07T23:29:06+13:00

March 7th 2023

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// Government’s new transport strategy to focus on climate

The New Zealand Government has yet to release a draft of its new transport strategy but has revealed the plan will pivot towards protecting the climate.

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// Ford Australia opens the order books for RHD F-150

Ford Australia has confirmed pricing and specifications for its locally-converted right-hand-drive version of the F-150, complete with a full factory-backed five-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty, but the news isn’t so good for us.

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// VW’s Scout confirms $40,000 electric SUV, plans $2B South Carolina plant

The first model produced will be a “rugged utility vehicle” or “RUV,” Scout CEO Scott Keogh said in an interview with TechCrunch, followed “in quick succession” by a larger electric pickup truck.

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// Zoom zoom for 20th

Marque celebrates two decades of the Mazda 6 with limited run of “high quality” anniversary edition.

// Bulls hyper-rapid EV charger fills gap

ChargeNet has opened its first hyper-rapid EV charger in the Feilding and Rangitīkei region.

// Gazley gets Volkswagen top dealership award

Gazley Volkswagen in Wellington has won the New Zealand Volkswagen Dealer of the Year award for 2022.

// Chinese carmakers gain popularity in Russia

Chinese carmakers have seen a recent gain in popularity in Russia following the departure of western alternatives.

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March 7th 20232023-03-07T00:29:30+13:00

March 6th, 2023

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// Meet MIA’s new CEO

Aimee Wiley, former NZTA programme director, chosen to replace David

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// Storms setback for sales

February’s new-vehicle registrations “hit for a six” by cyclone, reports MIA.

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// Everest Grows to a Five-Model Line-Up

The Ford Everest SUV range is expanding with two new models, the Everest Sport which gains the twin-turbo 2.0 powertrain…

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// BEVs Outsell Hybrids In Australian EV Market In February

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) hit almost 7% of the Australian light vehicle market in February.

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// Editorial – Online corrosion discussion ‘clickbait’

There’s been an awful lot of discussion online in the last week about the BYD Atto 3 and corrosion.

// Aussie has best February in three years

Australia’s automotive industry delivered 86,878 vehicles during February 2023, which represents a 1.8% increase on the same period in 2022.

// Tesla reveals plans for cheaper models, but no sign of Model 2

Tesla has outlined plans to introduce a family of budget-priced electric cars to be manufactured at a new factory in Mexico.

// Audi’s plug-in Q5 lands with hot-hatch power

Audi has detailed its latest plug-in model, the Q5 50 TFSI e, including those all-important range and price figures.

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March 6th, 20232023-03-05T21:54:30+13:00

March 3rd, 2023

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// Beefed up Toyota Hilux confirmed for New Zealand

Toyota New Zealand has confirmed one of its worst-kept secrets; it will be launching the new Hilux GR Sport locally later this year.

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// Farmer Audi shines at awards

Bay of Plenty dealership the big winner as marque celebrates excellence across its network at annual prizegiving.

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// Ford files patent for car repossession technology

Automaker Ford has applied for a patent to develop technology that would enable vehicles to repossess themselves if their owners have missed payments.

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// Volkswagen ID.3 facelifted for 2024

Volkswagen has revealed a fresh-faced ID.3 for 2024, bringing higher-quality materials and fresh looks to the model.

// Dealers reckon BEV switch may be slower than expected

Dealers and dealership general managers disagree on the number of new BEVs that will be sold by 2030.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla says it could have bidirectional charging in two years, but will it?

Tesla vehicles will be capable of bidirectional charging within the next two years, according to comments from Tesla VP Drew Baglino at today’s Investor Day event.

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IN OTHER NEWS

// Audi Q5 plug-in hybrid pricing announced

Audi New Zealand has today introduced the first model of its new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) range to New Zealand, the Q5 50 TFSI e quattro, with pricing and specification being announced.

// New vehicle registrations ‘hit for a six’ by Cyclone Gabrielle in February

Recent floods and Cyclone Gabrielle’s widespread disruption saw February new vehicle registrations fall by 23.7% to reach 9541 compared to February 2022, making it the lowest February since 2014.

// Rebuild poses ‘upside risk’

Economists reveal business confidence was at a record low before Cyclone Gabrielle and flooding struck large parts of the North Island.

// ‘Clean Car Roadshow’ in Orewa March 10 and 11

A chance to test drive Mitsubishi plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) and ask about them and EVs generally are included in the Simon Lucas Mitsubishi hosted “Clean Car Roadshow”.

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