NZ Automotive Industry News

October 10th, 2022

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// Honda Prologue unveiled as brand’s first electric SUV

Honda has given us a glimpse of its first electric SUV, the Prologue, which is set to launch in 2024.

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// Mercedes-AMG A-Class gets facelift

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the fresh new look for its current generation of A-Class which sees the A 35 and A 45 hatchbacks get the same treatment, but no increase in power.

// State’s EV plan falters

Government still buying petrol cars as drive to electrify fleet struggles over supply problems.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// 3 Self-Driving Vehicle Stories You Probably Missed — From Mobile/Intel, Argo AI, & Waymo

We spilled a lot of virtual ink on Tesla AI Day 2022 recently, but there are several other self-driving stories from recent weeks that have been on the list waiting for their time to shine.

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// BYD’s national expansion continues into Tauranga

Chinese manufacturer BYD continues to make inroads in the New Zealand market, having recently opened its doors to its new Ebbett Tauranga dealership.

// Toyota finds wheel, airbag fixes for recalled EV

Japan’s top automaker Toyota said Thursday that it has identified how to fix its 2023 model year bZ4X crossover electric vehicle after recalling 2,700 of them

// Chevrolet Corvette recalled over software issue

General Motors Speciality Vehicles has issued a recall for the popular mid-engined Chevrolet C8 Corvette.

// Price revealed for WRX-powered Subaru Outback – and yes, you can have it for Christmas

Subaru New Zealand has confirmed that its Outback XT – now the brand’s most powerful SUV thanks to the 183kW/350Nm 2.4-litre engine from the WRX – will start at $62,990, with a $5000 premium for the top-specification Touring variant.

// Finishing touches added to Rangiora dealership

Construction of Rangiora Motor Group’s premises on Southbrook Road, Rangiora, has finally completed.

// Record year at finance company

Chief executive Chris Lamers reports MTF has notched up a 10 per cent year-on-year jump in writing loans.

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October 10th, 20222022-10-09T23:27:10+13:00

October 7th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Subaru Outback XT pricing released

Subaru New Zealand has released the pricing for its turbocharged Outback XT models, with deliveries starting in December. Outback XT will kick things off at $62,990 not including on road costs.

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// Ford GT production ends with Le Mans special edition

The end of the road is approaching for the Ford GT, with a limited-run final-edition model that celebrates its 2016 24 Hour of Le Mans win.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// SparkCharge’s Currently Enables Affordable Mobile Fast Charging For The Masses

SparkCharge is disrupting the EV fast charging space with its new Roadie v3 and Roadie v3 Hybrid solutions but those solutions get even more exciting when you put them on four wheels.

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// Ford Mustang Gen3 Supercar revealed

Ford has revealed its new Mustang GT Gen3 Supercar at Mount Panorama today, ahead of the Bathurst 1000 this weekend.

// MTF Finance celebrates record year

MTF Finance has confirmed that it achieved a record volume of loans in the latest financial year.

// Eagers adopts a cybersecurity-first approach in digital transformation

Australia and New Zealand automotive retailer Eagers Automotive Pty Ltd (Eagers) is partnering with Check Point Software Technologies Ltd (Check Point) to increase control and visibility of its cloud environment applications.

// New directors for board

Drive Electric welcomes new faces amid record growth in membership numbers.

// Kawasaki debuts prototype electric motorcycle

Kawasaki has revealed its latest electric prototype at the Intermot Motorcycle Fair in Cologne, Germany, and it looks closer to production than ever.

// SsangYong to launch its first EV in New Zealand

SsangYong is about to add another entrant in the increasingly competitive small/medium electric SUV segment,

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  • Alfa Romeo Giulia Veloce now from $79,990 Driveaway and Alfa Romeo Stelvio Veloce now from $89,990 Driveaway

FIAT

  • Fiat 500 launch pricing $22,990 MSRP +ORC

HONDA

  • Get into your new CR-V with 3.9% Finance across the range.

JAGUAR

  • F-PACE – GUARANTEED FUTURE VALUE – 3.99%p.a. finance.

JEEP

  • Jeep Gladiator Sale from $79,990 including $7000 of upgrades
  • Pre-registered/plated Jeep Gladiator Overland models – $82,990. Includes tonneau cover, cargo group and bedliner as well as registration.
  • Compass Limited Launch Offer $59,990 includes $5000 Premium Pack

RANGE ROVER

  • Range Rover Evoque – Available now at 3.99% p.a. fixed interest.

TOYOTA

  • Toyota Certified Offer – Get 3 years warranty, 3 years AA road service, and 3 years free WoF checks on any Toyota Certified used car. Plus, finance it with Toyota and get a $500 Prezzy Card.

VOLKSWAGEN

  • Volkswagen’s T-Cross, available now with a free 3-year service plan (value approx. $1,300)*.

ADDED THIS WEEK

ALFA ROMEO

  • Alfa Romeo Series 2 Giulia Veloce now from $89,990 Driveaway and Alfa Romeo Series 2 Stelvio Veloce now from $99,990 Driveaway.

AUDI

  • Buy a new Audi A, S or Q model* today, and you’ll receive an additional two years on your motoring plan.

HONDA

  • Get into your new Civic Hatch with 3.9% Finance* across the range.

JEEP

  • Jeep 0% Finance 1/3 1/3 1/3 Offer
  • Jeep Compass Runout $5,000 discount off the recommended retail pricing

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

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October 7th, 20222022-10-07T07:23:39+13:00

October 6th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Pricing revealed for NZ’s 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 58kWh rear motor version is priced from $79,990 (including GST), and the 72.6kWH rear motor model has a $89,990 starting price.

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// Hyundai Ioniq 6 has 614km range

The Hyundai Ioniq 6 due here next year will have about 614km (WLTP) range, says Hyundai Motor Company (HMC).

// Chinese carmakers struggling to make profit off EVs

Some of the biggest names in plug-in Chinese motoring have confirmed that, in spite of operating on the cutting edge of electric vehicle technology, they are struggling to generate income.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla (TSLA) stock plunges as Elon Musk reportedly agrees to finally buy Twitter

Tesla’s stock (TSLA) plunged this afternoon after it was reported that Elon Musk agreed to finally go through with his deal to buy Twitter.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Alpine A110 R adds lightness and gets track treatment

Many would think that to go faster, one would add more power. Alpine has done exactly the opposite with its A110 R and yet improves on performance drastically.

// Drive Electric appointments and new lifetime member

EV advocate Drive Electric has appointed three new board members at its recent annual general meeting and awarded former member Ewan Morris a life membership.

// Renault 4 makes a comeback as a show car

Thirty years after its original production, Renault has decided to bring back the iconic Renault 4 model in concept form.

// Business gloom starts to lift

Retail sector emerges as the most pessimistic about the economy as cost pressures continue and demand and staff numbers drop.

// BYD lifts prices for Atto 3, models ruled out for NZ

The local arm of BYD has lifted the price of its popular BYD Atto 3, just a few months after introducing the model to the New Zealand market.

// Insurer repeats award win

Expert panel assesses car insurance products before handing out annual gongs. Tower Insurance has scooped Canstar’s Car Insurer of the Year Award

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// Current National New Car Deals

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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October 6th, 20222022-10-06T00:03:05+13:00

October 5th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// SsangYong Korando e-Motion EV pricing announced

The SsangYong Korando e-Motion is priced from $59,990 plus on road costs, qualifying for an $8625 Clean Car Discount rebate.

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HOT TOPIC

// This weekend will be Holden’s last-ever Bathurst appearance

Holden will make one final appearance at Mount Panorama at the Bathurst 1000 on the 6th of October, marking the end of more than 50 years of racing.

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// Mitsubishi leads September passenger car registrations

Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand lead the market in September 2022 for passenger and SUV registrations with a 16% share (1649 units) followed by Tesla with 15% (1554 units) and Toyota with 14% market share (1509 units).

// Tesla Model Y beats Ford Ranger to lead September sales in NZ

Tesla’s Model Y compact-SUV was the star of New Zealand’s September new-car sales: it was the top-selling vehicle overall for the month with 1502 registrations, ahead of the Ford Ranger (1043) and Toyota Hilux (989).

// Second strongest September

MIA reports last month’s new-vehicle registrations benefited from ‘strong’ back-order deliveries.

// New vehicle registrations down in September

The Motor Industry Association (MIA) reports that registrations of new vehicles for the month of September 2022 are down by 9.9 per cent compared with the same time last year.

// Tesla tops monthly sales for September

A large shipment of Model Ys landing in New Zealand in September has seen Tesla take a convincing top spot in the month’s new vehicle registration numbers

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// BMW iX6, iX7, iX8 And iX9 Electric SUV Trademarks Uncovered

Based on this information, it looks like BMW wants to create an entire range of electric SUVs larger than the one it has today.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Audi says goodbye to V10 with R8 GT

Audi is saying goodbye to its famed V10 engine with the announcement of a limited production run of the R8 GT.

// New Maserati GranTurismo revealed with petrol and EV power

One of Maserati’s most iconic models from the past two decades has returned, the GranTurismo, now with the choice of a petrol or electric powertrain.

// Act slams clean car ‘red tape’

Party joins Motor Industry Association’s criticisms of plans for upcoming legislation to also cover motorbikes.

// Vehicle arrears increasing

New report reveals average automotive loan is $21k but the proportion of overdue payments has risen for the fifth consecutive month.

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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October 5th, 20222022-10-05T00:17:42+13:00

October 4th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Toyota Store ‘Let’s Go Places’ fit out begins

More than 64 Toyota Stores around New Zealand will benefit from refreshed branding and new marketing initiatives from today as the company launches its new ‘Let’s Go Places’ narrative.

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// Motor vehicle dealer registrations fall below 3000

For the first time in many years, there are now fewer than 3000 registered motor vehicle traders in New Zealand.

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// Tesla Q3 EV sales up

Tesla says it delivered more than 343,000 EVs in the third quarter of this year (July-September) compared with 254,695 April-June deliveries.

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// Model Y beats utes to top of market

Tesla’s Model Y beat every other passenger and commercial model in September’s new vehicle registrations, and was just seven units short from beating the total Toyota passenger car haul for the month.

// Mixed fortunes for commercials

Monthly activity in the new market suffers year-on-year dip but used sector records surge in sales. There were 4,278 new commercials registered last month, which was down by 7.7 per cent when compared with 4,633 in September 2021.

// Toyota Aqua hybrid leads used import market in September 2022

The total number of used car registrations remained steady in September 2022, according to preliminary data received from the Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency.

// Electric car tops new sales

Year-to-date figures for the whole new-vehicle market rise despite a fall in registrations last month. There were 10,603 new passenger vehicles registered in September, which was down by 10.5 percent from 11,850 in the same month of last year.

// Used-car market steady

Toyota and Mazda share all top-five spots for model registrations in September. There were 7,375 used-imported cars registered last month. That was down by 0.7 percent compared with 7,426 in September 2021 to bring the year-to-date total to 89,512.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// 100% Electric Vehicles = 11% Of New Vehicle Sales Globally!

Global plugin vehicle registrations were up 60% in August 2022 compared to August 2021, reaching 847,000 units.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Qualitat European Motors celebrates 50th anniversary

In the 50-years since first opening their doors, Qualitat says it has become the country’s largest independent service and repairer for these brands.

// Geely buys into Aston Martin

Geely has taken a 7.6 per cent stake in British sportscar manufacturer Aston Martin. The move comes as the Chinese manufacturer’s owner, Li Shufu, aims to expand the company’s portfolio of automotive brands which already includes Volvo, Lotus and a stake in Daimler.

// Audi ‘won’t do’ four-cylinder RS models

Mercedes-AMG recently revealed the new C 63 in its entirety, along with its new plug-in hybrid four-cylinder powertrain.

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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October 4th, 20222022-10-04T00:42:18+13:00

October 3rd, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Citroen reveals radical Oli electric concept

Following its fresh rebrand, Citroen has introduced the first vehicle to wear its new badge, the Oli electric concept.

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HOT TOPIC

// Lordstown Motors’ electric Endurance ute production starts

Electric light duty vehicle manufacturer Lordstown Motors has started commercial production of its Endurance full-size pickup truck (ute), and provided a business update.

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// Audi rules out four-cylinder RS models

Audi has confirmed that it won’t be putting four-cylinder engines in any of its RS models in future but it will be electrifying the performance line-up.

// Government to reintroduce fuel tax at start of 2023

The New Zealand Government has confirmed that fuel excise tax will be reintroduced in January next year, meaning fuel prices are set to rise.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tesla Cybertruck Will “Cross Rivers, Lakes And Even Seas,” Musk Says

The Tesla Cybertruck can’t come soon enough—that’s probably the understatement of the last three years that passed since the EV maker shocked the world with the unveiling of the outlandish electric pickup concept.

// GM Gives Us A Peek Into Its EV Sound Designers’ Work

Like nearly all newer EVs, mine has a government-mandated noise device that comes on at low speeds.

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// Game on: Mercedes-AMG’s new C 63 S is a plug-in hybrid and more powerful than ever

Mercedes-AMG is calling its new C 63 S E Performance “a new chapter in the history of our brand… a real game changer”.

// Australian EV owners survey dispels range anxiety

Australia’s largest survey of electric vehicle owners has found Tesla drivers are travelling the same average kilometres a year as everyone else.

// Mitsubishi dealership sees major market correction starting

Auckland-based dealership Simon Lucas Mitsubishi has issued a press release saying it is starting to see a major market correction in the industry with positive projections for the future.

// Designs for the future

Lexus New Zealand has partnered with Auckland University of Technology (AUT) and the University of Auckland to bolster entries into the prestigious local and global Lexus Design Award 2023.

// Electric Kiwi joins in with EV charging plan

Electric Kiwi has joined the ranks of energy providers offering special power plans involving off-peak EV charging.

// Revealed: NZ’s most highly anticipated new car releases

According to a study, the Nissan X-Trail is the most anticipated car release of the year in New Zealand.

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// Current National New Car Deals

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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October 3rd, 20222022-10-02T21:30:20+13:00

September 30th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Mustang Mach-E for NZ: stable door open on prices, GT really bolts

Ford New Zealand says it already has more than 200 orders for its Mach-E SUV-BEV, after online orders opened earlier this week.

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HOT TOPIC

// More Polestar 3 details revealed ahead of reveal

Electric carmaker Polestar is making its foray into the SUV market with its upcoming model, the Polestar 3. More details about the SUV have been revealed including the platform it shares with Volvo, its performance and other features.

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// BMW XM PHEV V8 due here early 2023

BMW New Zealand confirms the BMW XM plug-in hybrid V8 is expected in the first half of next year.

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// LDV electric people mover under evaluation for NZ

A new fully electric people mover is set to undergo evaluation on New Zealand roads, before potentially going on the market in the future.

// Law changes ‘big improvement’

Industry organisation warns further tweaks to lending rules will come at a cost for dealers and finance companies.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Tata Motors launches $10,000 electric car

Tata Motors, an India-based automaker, has launched a new small hatchback all-electric vehicle starting at just over $10,000.

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// Ferrari unveil one-off SP51 with no roof

‘Where we’re going, we don’t need roofs’ is the mantra Ferrari has employed with the latest in its line of one-off cars, the SP51.

// JLR to train 29,000 for electric future

More than 60% of Jaguar Land Rover and franchised retailer employees around the world will be retrained to develop, manufacture and service modern luxury EVs during the next three years.

// Video: ABB commemorates World EV Day +20

The death of Queen Elizabeth II on September 8 aged 96 and the following mourning period, public holidays and her September 19 funeral delayed many World EV Day commemorations, now on Thursday September 29.

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September 30th, 20222022-09-29T23:13:19+13:00

September 29th, 2022

BEST OF THE DAY

// Citroen reveals new logo and brand identity

Citroen has revealed its fresh new look for the company in the form of a new logo alongside a new brand identity, preparing it for the modern era of electric mobility.

// Reservations open for Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E reservations are open for New Zealand customers, with pricing and specifications also available. The Mach-E coming to New Zealand in early 2023 has drive-away pricing starting at $79,990, qualifying for the NZ Clean Car rebate.

// Colonial Motor Company details billion-dollar year

The Colonial Motor Company (CMC) has released its annual report for 2022, detailing a record-breaking 12 months for the firm.

// Suzuki prices set to rise as Clean Car Standard nears

Suzuki New Zealand is set to lift some of its prices in response to the introduction of the Clean Car Standard.

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// Connected Kerb Scores £110 Million Investment; Plans 190,000 Curbside Public Chargers

Connected Kerb has recently secured a large investment that will help it add 190,000 public EV chargers throughout the UK.

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// BMW XM unveiled with 480kW

BMW has taken the covers off its first standalone M model since the M1, the XM. If we’re going for a record of ‘firsts’ and ‘mosts’ here, the XM is the car to do it considering it will also become the brand’s most powerful model ever built.

// Road test done on Volta Zero

Volta Trucks and DB Schenker have completed the first on-road test phase of the electric Volta Zero in Europe.

// This Toyota Tundra isn’t quite what it seems

If you want a North American full-size truck that’s also a Toyota, you’re probably looking at the Tundra.

// BYD Atto 3 first OTA updates arrive

The new BYD Atto 3 EV gets its first over-the-air (OTA) updates which will be rolled out to all customer cars during the next 10 days.

// Ford is running out of badges in US

Thousands of Ford vehicles in the US may be parked up due to missing one small but significant component, their blue-oval badge, due to a supply shortage.

// Electric Kiwi and Evnex partner on EV charging

EV charging is about to get cheaper and could also help reduce carbon emissions due to a new partnership between Electric Kiwi and smart EV charging firm Evnex.

// Scania outlines move to electric

Scania has laid out its sustainable transport and electric vehicle ambitions at the IAA Transportation 2022 commercial vehicle exhibition in Hanover, Germany.

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// Current National New Car Deals

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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September 29th, 20222022-09-28T22:05:50+13:00

September 28th, 2022

HOT TOPIC

// Mercedes-Benz NZ introduces electric van range

Mercedes-Benz New Zealand has announced the introduction of four new fully electric vans to the local market, the eSprinter, EQV, and the eVito Panel Van and Tourer.

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HOT TOPIC

// Toyota ceases Russian production, restructures Moscow operations

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has issued a public statement on its news website saying it has decided to end vehicle production at its Saint Petersburg plant in Russia.

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// Acid-wash alert for dealers

Inspection rules are set to tighten from next month as agency targets ‘potentially weakened’ vehicles. Used imported vehicles that have undergone an acid wash in Japan will be sent to repair certifiers under a new rule being introduced from the start of October.

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// ANCAP bolsters testing standards for 2023

ANCAP and its sister body NCAP have confirmed plans to further tighten up testing standards from January of next year.

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// Tesla recalls a third of cars ever produced

Tesla will recall more than 1 million cars in America to address problematic power windows.

// Mazda to cease production in Russia, following Toyota

Mazda Motor Corp. has decided to end production in Russia, following Toyota Motor Corp.’s exit from the country, because of difficulties in procuring parts.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// 2023 Audi E-Tron Facelift Teased Under Striking Livery

Audi is not saying directly that the vehicle in these photos is the facelifted version of the E-Tron electric SUV, but we’re pretty sure that’s what it is, at least in part.

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// Last Lamborghini Aventador rolls off production line

The day has come where the last Lamborghini Aventador has rolled off the production line in Italy, marking the end of an 11 year run.

// AI in Action

September’s Artificial Intelligence Summit was themed “AI in Action”, aimed at informing and involving people.

// Watchdog approves merger deal

THL’s takeover of Apollo has been given the green light following a divestment agreement.

// Value of vehicle imports grows

Vans and trucks lead category’s year-on-year rise for August as passenger cars suffer decline.

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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder

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September 28th, 20222022-09-27T20:58:02+13:00

September 27th, 2022

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// Hyundai’s mid-engined supercar dreams are dead video

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// New BMW M2 leaked ahead of reveal

Leaked images have appeared on the internet of the next generation BMW M2, revealing its design in full.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Electric Utes For Australia & New Zealand

While EV enthusiasts in Australia and New Zealand might be holding out for a Rivian or a Ford F-150 Lightning, they may have to make do with the Chinese LDV T60 EV (eT60) instead.

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// Skoda reportedly planning electric Octavia

While the world continues to turn to SUVs, Skoda is pushing on with its other vehicles.

// Views sought on finance laws

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// Toyota to end production in Russia

Toyota Motor Corp. has announced plans to terminate production at its St. Petersburg plant and suspend sales in Russia.

// Power plan targets EV drivers

‘Roaming’ charging plan aims to encourage uptake of low-emissions cars.

// Elon Musk may regret putting Tesla’s first European plant in Germany

Increasing red tape may make Elon Musk regret putting Tesla’s first European plant in Germany

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