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// Audi’s electric Skysphere concept gets a feature no one asked for
The difference between a sports car and a grand tourer is something that most people on earth will never worry about, but looking at Audi’s latest concept, it’s something that the German brand is big on.
- AutoCar says Meet the Audi Skysphere, a self-driving GT with an amazing party trick
- Stuff Motoring says Audi shows off stunning Skysphere concept
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// New fuel rules promote competition
Legislation aims to create a fairer market for all after study revealed companies had made “persistently higher profits” than expected.
- AutoTalk says New fuel rules start
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// Lamborghini is serious about bringing back the Countach
Lamborghini is set to relaunch its classic Countach. The supercar brand has teased fans with the announcement that a next-generation Countach is just around the corner.
- Stuff Motoring says Lamborghini is bringing back the Countach
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// Updated BMW IX3 EV debuts with 460km range
After being leaked to the world in May, BMW has taken the covers off its updated iX3 in full — showcasing the new effective non-M benchmark in its popular X3 line-up.
// Don’t blame EVs for power cuts
EV charging is not the cause of power cuts like those affecting the North Island this week, attributed by Transpower to insufficient power generation to meet demand.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Wicked 450kW Lotus-based retro supercar debuts
The reborn British coachbuilder, Radford, has unleashed its new flagship – a reboot of the classic Lotus Type 62 racer from 1969, called the Type 62-2.
// Turners’ boss fronts the brand in NZX webinar series
Turners Automotive Group chief executive Todd Hunter will be on the mat on August 12 in the NZX retail investor webinar series at 2pm.
// Kia EV6 gets carbon footprint certification
The Kia EV6 is the first Korean car to achieve product carbon footprint certification from the Carbon Trust, its footprint measured against internationally recognised standards.
// Annual emissions in decline
Pandemic response sees the output of greenhouse gases decrease with transport a major contributor to the drop.
// Could a ‘Scrappage Scheme’ get old cars off kiwi roads?
New Zealand’s vehicle fleet has long been considered one of the oldest in the OECD, thanks in part to the amount of low-cost imports that come from Japan.
// Minister pledges more reforms
More than 80 guests attend special showcase as Michael Wood says he wants to help Kiwis into safer and more affordable low-emissions cars.
// Vehicle maintenance to save lives, reduce emissions
A campaign by the Motor Trade Association (MTA) around vehicle maintenance to ensure vehicle safety and to reduce emissions has support from transport minister Michael Wood.
// NZ ranked as one of the cheapest countries to own an EV
While a large chunk of plug-in vehicle discussion stems from questions about publicly available infrastructure amid fears of ‘range anxiety’, it’s often overlooked by laymen that most electric vehicle owners plug in their cars at home.
// Very fast ford: Mountune unveils 268kw Focus ST
When it comes to detailing tuning companies that specialise in Ford products, most enthusiasts likely think about the blue oval’s American aftermarket supporters.
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- McLaren F1 roadster rendered as the best-looking convertible that never was
- Tesla Cybertruck delayed to 2022
- Protecta named in 2021 top insurance employers list
- Penalty fees for overstaying at chargers
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