NZ Automotive Industry News

December 20th, 2022

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// Fiat fails to high-five

Electric car misses out on top safety rating due to adult and child protection, and safety assist scores.

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// Lexus New Zealand issues recall for 1064 vehicles

Lexus New Zealand has issued a recall for 1064 vehicles over a potential fire risk on a range of models due to a problem with the fuel tank vent tube.

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// Polestar to demonstrate driver monitoring system at CES

Smart Eye and Polestar will demonstrate the Polestar 3 driver monitoring system (DMS) at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2023) at Las Vegas in January.

// Kiwi automotive parts start-up raises $37 million in funding

Partly, the New Zealand-born online automotive parts marketplace has raised $37 million in funding from venture capital firms in Australasia and Europe.

// New online ‘look-up’ system for LVV certification plates

The Low Volume Vehicle Technical Association Inc (LVVTA) has introduced a feature on its website where buyers and sellers can check the stamped aluminium certification plates which were issued by it from April 1992 to February 2021.

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// Why might the manual gearbox return in some performance EVs?

Performance EV makers may be trying to recreate the sensory experience of the manual gearbox, which by extension triggers combustion-engine nostalgia.

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// Alfa Romeo Giulia SWB Zagato teased

Teaser images of the upcoming Alfa Romeo Giulia SWB Zagato have appeared on the Italian coachbuilder’s Instagram page after having only just announced the car in the days prior.

// Nelson councillors support clean car policy

Nelson City councillors are adopting a clean car policy which will see them ditching gas guzzlers in favour of electric. Stuff reports the councillors voted unanimously for the change at a local meeting on December 15.

// Japan may change car taxes

Parliament’s approval needed to extend tax breaks on low emitters post-2023 and exclude petrol cars from 2025.

// Australian engineering students build record-breaking EV

An Australian solar-powered electric car, designed and built by university students, has claimed a provisional Guinness World Record by going 1000km on a single charge in under 12 hours.

// Leaf lights up Christmas as Nissan celebrates 250,000th vehicle

Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK (NMMUK) is celebrating the production milestone of 250,000 Leaf vehicles by using one to provide the sparkle for its Christmas display at the Sunderland Plant.

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December 20th, 20222022-12-19T22:54:44+13:00

December 19th, 2022

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// These are the most viewed cars on Trade Me in 2022

Kiwis certainly showed their appetite for cars this year, with the most viewed cars on Trade Me including a Shelby Cobra kit car, Fast and Furious-inspired Ford Mustang, and even a one-of-a-kind Nissan Presage.

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// Lexus NZ recalls 1064 vehicles due to fire risk

Lexus New Zealand has announced that it will recall 1064 vehicles concerning a potential fire risk issue relating to a fuel tank component in certain models.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Rivian R1T earns top IIHS safety award, watch it get crash tested here

The 2022-2023 Rivian R1T has earned the highest safety rating, Top Safety Pick+, from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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// New 2023 Nissan Qashqai – Bigger, Stronger, Safer

Nissan continues with its product renewal onslaught, the average age of its wares now just 14 months.

// Ford Mustang Mach-E earns top ANCAP crash test rating

Ford’s fully electric Mustang Mach-E has been awarded a 5-star safety rating by independent crash testing body, ANCAP.

// Ford Heritage Vault: classic brochures and pics free to download (no thanks to Australia)

If you’re looking for a rabbit hole to disappear down over the holiday season, this could be perfect.

// Jaguar F-Pace PHEV gets more electric-only range

The Jaguar F-Pace model range has been updated for 2024 with the P400e plug-in hybrid (PHEV) receiving more electric-only range…

// Ford beefs up electric ute manufacturing team

A lengthy list of pre-orders has motivated Ford’s decision to expand its manufacturing systems dedicated to its fully electric F-150 Lightning.

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December 19th, 20222022-12-18T22:32:10+13:00

December 16th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota reveals pure-electric Hilux concept – then says BEVs are not the only answer

Toyota Motor Corporation president Akio Toyoda has revealed a battery electric vehicle (BEV) version of the current Hilux ute as part of the 60th anniversary celebrations for the brand’s Thailand manufacturing operations.

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// Mustang Mach-e awarded top safety rating

A five-star Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) rating been given to the RWD Select and…

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// Polestar 6 makes NZ debut as a massive clay model

It isn’t every day that you get to see a new sports car get revealed in New Zealand. Rarer still is for a new sports car to be debuted in its early development, full-scale decorated clay form.

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// Heiwa Group to give customers choice over CCS

Heiwa Auto Group, the parent company of Heiwa Auto, Enhance Auto, Autoportal and Autosolution have changed their plans for customers around the Clean Car Standard, saying in a statement today they have withdrawn plans to cover all CCS obligations for their customers.

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// Illegal car dealer fined $8k

Unregistered trader sells 44 vehicles in 12-month period when the maximum is

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// Another iconic Ford rumoured to be on the chopping block

The Ford Focus nameplate could soon be a thing of the past, according to widespread industry speculation overseas.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Full Self-Driving data looks awful: We challenge Elon Musk to prove otherwise

The little data that is coming out of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving Beta looks awful, and that’s putting it mildly.

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// Electric Opel Mokka gets more range and new name

An updated version of the Opel Mokka-e, which is now referred to as the Mokka Electric, has been unveiled today…

// Solar car market worth $447m by 2032

The global solar-powered car market is predicted to exceed a market value of US$90.3 million (NZ$127m)…

// Finance firm’s $9.4m deficit

Liquidators were appointed two weeks after staff were made redundant.

// Z Energy to extend EV charging network

Z Energy has opened five new EV chargers before Christmas – and is committed to installing…

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December 16th, 20222022-12-16T00:25:39+13:00

December 15th, 2022

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// Rivian puts the brakes on Mercedes-Benz Vans partnership

Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian is pausing plans to produce electric vans in Europe and will no longer pursue a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Mercedes-Benz Vans.

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// VIA accepts exemption decision

Waka Kotahi’s final position is the law doesn’t allow for vehicles delayed by strike to secure dispensation from clean car standard.

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// Petrol excise duty cut extended

The petrol excise duty cut of 25 cents has been extended to February 28 then will be phased out by March 31, 2023.

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// AA promotes Sergel to chief mobility officer

The New Zealand Automobile Association has announced a new role for the organisation, appointing former motoring services general manager Jonathan Sergel, as its new chief mobility officer

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// Ram to recall 1.4 million pickups over tailgate issue

Ram Trucks will recall approximately 1.4 million pickups worldwide due to an issue where the tailgate may open unexpectedly.

// New electrode material ‘ideal’ for solid-state EV batteries

Scientists have developed a positive electrode material that doesn’t diminish after repeated charge/discharge cycles, saying it’s “ideal” for solid-state batteries.

// Dealership’s TikTok ad raises eyebrows

A Christchurch car dealership appealing to “beneficiaries and dole bludgers” has caught the attention of the Race Relations Commissioner.

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// Tesla’s Fast Charging Tech Is Clearly Better, But …

CharIN has put out a forceful article on why it is unlikely to be a public charging standard. We’ll see about that….

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// Mazda CX-90 teased ahead of January unveiling

Another image of the first-ever Mazda CX-90 has been teased by the marque, giving us a glimpse of the model’s taillight design.

// Transport emissions plummet

New statistics reveal how Covid-19 rules helped reduce the country’s carbon footprint. Annual household transport emissions tumbled by 26 per cent in 2020, when compared with the previous year,

// McLaren partners with Lockheed Martin Skunk Works

McLaren has announced it will partner with aircraft maker Lockheed Martin Skunk Works to implement aerospace design on its cars.

// Electric trucks are coming: Fonterra and Volvo debut new EV

The topic of low-emission transport solutions extends far beyond your cousin’s new Tesla or the neighbour’s old Leaf.

// Pure-electric vehicles catching up to hybrids as Clean Cars of choice for Kiwis

Figures just released from the Motor Industry Association (MIA), the organisation that represents new-vehicle distributors, shows a massive increase in the uptake of electrified vehicles compared with internal combustion engine (ICE) models over the course of 2022.

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December 15th, 20222022-12-14T23:03:24+13:00

December 14th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Mechanic roles added to immigration Green List

Immigration Minister Michael Wood has announced the Government will add skilled motor mechanics to the immigration Green List to help battle the automotive industry’s labour shortage.

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// Great Wall spotted testing six-wheel ute

Well here’s something you don’t see everyday. Spy photos of a six-wheel Great Wall Motors ute have emerged from China recently, suggesting the carmaker is following in the footsteps of the Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6×6.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Model Y New Midnight Red Cherry Paint Shown At Giga Berlin

Some people got to see the exclusive paint up close on a Model Y door at Tesla’s factory in Germany.

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// Electrified Chevrolet Corvette leaks online, NZ start likely

The first unmasked images of Chevrolet’s much anticipated 2024 Corvette E-Ray Hybrid have appeared online.

// Commerce and consumer affairs minister retiring at next election

The former Labour Government health minister who then went on to lead the contentious consumer finance reforms will be retiring at the next general election in 2023.

// Immigration package unveiled

Measures to further support New Zealand businesses through the global labour shortage and attract more high-skilled workers in the long term have been announced.

// Hyundai N set for emissions-enforced shake-up

Hyundai’s go-faster N division is preparing to rework its powertrain line-up for the second half of the decade, as Euro 7 emissions regulations come into play.

// Munro MK_1 is ‘unashamedly agricultural’ and aims to be the ultimate 4×4 EV

Move over Tesla, in your face Rivian: the ultimate pure-electric 4×4 utility vehicle might well be Scottish.

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// XMAS Deliveries

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December 14th, 20222022-12-13T23:20:32+13:00

December 13th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Mazda MX-5 gets suspension upgrade

Mazda is introducing an upgraded version of its MX-5 to New Zealand, with tuned suspension technology the main feature.

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// MG 4 spotted down under as safety credentials confirmed

The all-electric MG4 has been spotted down under – while at the same time leading the latest round of safety results released by the Euro NCAP testing system.

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// Limited-edition ute heading our way

Ford says new model with an $84k price tag “provides all of our customers’ wants and needs”.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// SolarBotanic Trees — Charging Stations Of The Future?

SolarBotanic Trees has reached two milestones in the development of its solar trees. It’s still at the prototype stage, but it is moving closer towards full-scale commercial production.

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// Track-only Ford GT Mk IV sends off supercar

Arguably the most extreme supercar to come out of America has been unveiled, the track-only Ford GT Mk. IV,

// MTA welcomes the addition of motor mechanics to the Green List

The Motor Trade Association says the decision to add skilled motor mechanics to the immigration Green List from March 2023 is a massive boost for an automotive industry battling a crippling labour shortage.

// Transport secretary defends CCS

Ministry’s acting chief executive tells select committee standard isn’t about raising money for the government.

// Diamonds’ service sparkles

Mitsubishi claims Kantar 2022’s top award for car brands and comes third overall.

// Zooming with DRIVEN: sniggering like children at VW’s brilliant Instagram blunder!

Last week Volkswagen Italy caused a bit of sniggering on the internet when people noticed its Instagram handle “VOLKSWAGENITALIA” contained, well, genitalia in it.

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December 13th, 20222022-12-12T21:45:11+13:00

December 12th, 2022

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// Five-star MG4 coming to NZ in 2023

The fully electric MG4 has been awarded a five-star safety rating following the latest round of testing in Euro NCAP.

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// People come first for Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand

Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand has been crowned the best automotive brand for customer experience and third best brand overall by Kantar.

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// Lightyear 0 solar-powered car goes into production

The Lightyear 0, the world’s first solar-powered electric car, has officially entered production after being launched earlier this year. Examples…

// ID.Buzz and new Amarok score five-star Euro NCAP safety ratings

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles says robust structures and a high number of standard assistance systems fitted to the new ID.Buzz electric van and the Amarok ute has resulted in a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating.

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// EV Battery Basics For Fleet Managers

Everywhere you look these days, it seems like someone is talking about electric cars — and while there’s a lot of excitement about these new EVs, there are a lot of questions too, especially among fleet managers.

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// Next-generation Mazda MX-5 could arrive in 2026

The next-generation Mazda MX-5 is seemingly just around the corner with the carmaker suggesting its arrival in 2026.

// Pure-electric vehicles catching up to hybrids as Clean Cars of choice for Kiwis

Electrified cars are nearly a quarter of the market for 2022, and growing…

// VIA warning over CCS bills

Importers need to monitor penalties so they know what’s payable from June 1.

// The Insider: Supply chain issues are still a challenge for the automotive industry

Steve Kenchington, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover New Zealand, explains why we’re not out of the woods yet when it comes to supply chain challenges in the automotive industry.

// Police put BEVs on trial

Hyundai models helping force in non-operational work across the country.

// Distributors launch used truck business

Motor Truck Distributors, Hino Distributors, and UD Truck Distributors have joined forces to launch Used Trucks NZ which aims to provide a single, straightforward, and reliable nationwide used truck & trailer sales service.

// Talks needed over impound laws

Industry association calls for more input on plans to change legislation.

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December 12th, 20222022-12-11T20:09:50+13:00

December 9th, 2022

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// Nissan Pathfinder awarded five-star safety rating

ANCAP has awarded the new Nissan Pathfinder with a five-star safety rating after it impressed with high scores in every testing category.

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// Forget electricity: how about a hydrogen Hilux?

Everyone here is talking electric utes, but how about a hydrogen fuel cell Hilux?

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// Kiwi’s with disabilities are 3 times less likely to be employed

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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Polestar 2 offers permanent performance boost over the air—for $1,195

In what appears to be a North American market first for EVs, Polestar is offering the upgrade on a wide range of Polestar 2 dual-motor cars going back to the 2021 model year.

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// This Toyota Corolla Cross has a hydrogen-burning GR Yaris engine

Toyota has recently unveiled a prototype version of its Corolla Cross which makes use of a hydrogen-burning GR Yaris engine.

// Apple scales back self-driving car and delays debut till ’26

Apple has scaled back ambitious self-driving plans for its future electric vehicle and postponed the car’s target launch date by about a year to 2026,

// Fuel relief extension uncertain but Govt promises announcement soon

The road transport sector says it’s “encouraged but not convinced” by finance minister Grant Robertson’s promise

// Turners rationalises operations

Company’s branch in Panmure, Auckland, has closed with staff relocated to other sites.

// Lexus installs fake manual transmission in EV

Lexus has a plan to save the manual transmission and it isn’t to install them on its petrol-powered cars but rather on its EV models.

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December 9th, 20222022-12-09T00:21:46+13:00

December 8th, 2022

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// Fully electric Skoda Enyaq confirmed for New Zealand

Skoda New Zealand has confirmed its first fully electric model, the Enyaq, will go on sale locally when it arrives on our shores in 2023.

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// Another Chinese ute to launch in NZ – with electric option

Specialist vehicle importer and distributor BLK Auto is introducing a new range of diesel and electric pickup trucks to Australia and New Zealand,

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// Marque hails record sales

Suzuki says demand for smaller, efficient vehicles helps set new high for the brand in New Zealand.

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// Stellantis implementing agency model pilot in Europe

Stellantis has announced it will be implementing its new retailer model (agency) in Europe from mid 2023 with the first pilot phase taking place in Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg and The Netherlands.

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// Toyota NZ launches pay-as-you-go Mobility service for popular hybrids… and the GR Yaris!

According to many in the global automotive sphere, mobility as a service (MAAS) is the future of the car industry: the idea is that we motorists won’t actually own or lease just one car,

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// Mercedes-Benz eSprinter van range boosted

The new Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric cargo van will have about 480km range when it is due out in 2023.

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// Kiwi’s with disabilities are 3 times less likely to be employed

The team at Newcoat International have established IN OUR ELEMENT to provide pre-employment skills training, work experience and potential employment opportunities for young adults (16-21) living with mild intellectual disability and/or neuro-diversity, brain injury or other barriers to employment.

In 2023, the Pilot Programme will support up to 24 youths over the year.

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// Used EV depreciation: Do long-range models hold more value?

In this latest turn, as used EV prices drop, models with a longer driving range per charge appear to have better resale value, according to several pricing experts recently cited.

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// Toyota New Zealand confirms Yaris Cross GR Sport arrival

Toyota New Zealand has confirmed the Yaris Cross GR Sport hybrid will be coming to the local market early in 2023.

// New CEO for 2 Cheap

Parent company announces permanent appointment after raft of changes for the business this year.

// Lenders go into liquidation

Online finance companies among 10 subsidiaries affected as creditor initiates action against parent company.

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// Current National New Car Deals

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December 8th, 20222022-12-07T23:21:18+13:00

December 7th, 2022

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// Audi Q4 e-tron and Sportback NZ pricing and specs released

The Audi Q4 e-tron SUV and Q4 e-tron Sportback available in New Zealand from about April next year are priced from $99,990 plus on road costs

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// Hyundai to supply NZ police with BEVs

The New Zealand Police are making the first tentative steps into BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles) following an announcement from Hyundai New Zealand

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// Toyota confirms PHEV for next-gen C-HR

Toyota has confirmed its next-generation C-HR SUV will be available with both hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

// Zooma car finance in liquidation

An at-times controversial finance company and its vehicle lending subsidiary, are now in the hands of liquidators and receivers.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Hyundai N performance EV brand teases hydrogen fuel cell tech

Hyundai said development of the 670-hp fuel cell powertrain in the N Vision 74 has continued over seven years; it can be refueled in five minutes.

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// Kiwi’s with disabilities are 3 times less likely to be employed

The team at Newcoat International have established IN OUR ELEMENT to provide pre-employment skills training, work experience and potential employment opportunities for young adults (16-21) living with mild intellectual disability and/or neuro-diversity, brain injury or other barriers to employment.

In 2023, the Pilot Programme will support up to 24 youths over the year.

For more information view our new website

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// Ram Trucks Australia celebrates record-breaking November

Unencumbered by an emissions policy such as the Clean Car Standard, Ram Trucks Australia says November 2022 was yet another record-breaking month for the brand in both local production and retail sales.

// Port reports profits drop

Higher costs and weaker trade volumes beset Napier Port, but the outlook is rosier.

// Vehicle arrivals steady in November

A total 21,346 vehicle imports hit the wharves in November which was down by 6.5% compared to the previous month.

// New role at finance company

Geneva announces head of risk and assurance post has been filled by someone with more than two decades of banking and financial experience.

// PSA: Kiwis hit yet again by fake NZTA email scam

Kiwis are being hit yet again by a fake NZTA email scam. These types of scam emails are constantly circling, and Kiwis could find themselves out of pocket if they fall for them.

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// Current National New Car Deals

Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.

NOTE: I’m going to discontinue this page in the New Year. If you get a lot of value from it, and want me to continue then let me know.

December 7th, 20222022-12-07T00:32:52+13:00
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