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// Renault Arkana crossover coupe hits NZ, pricing confirmed
Renault’s latest crossover, the coupe-shaped Arkana, is set to roll out at the French firm’s dealerships around the country in the coming weeks, with the brand’s local arm confirming spec and pricing for the model overnight.
- Stuff Motoring says Renault details Arkana SUV-coupe
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// EVs reach 37,156 in 2021
EVs recorded a huge surge in registrations during December.They achieved 37,156 – 1591 more than November’s 35,565, according to the Ministry of Transport’s newly released figures.
- AutoCar says NZ EV sales up over 200% following Clean Car Discount
- AutoFile says EV sales boom with rebates
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// STI goes electric: Subaru unveils plug-in performance concepts
After only revealing its first electric car late last year, Subaru appears keen to drive the message that it’s into plug-ins further into the ground, with the unveiling of not one but two electric concepts at Tokyo Auto Salon 2022.
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// Specs revealed for new Kia Niro hybrid
The Seoul Motor Show in November 2021 saw the unveiling of the second-generation Kia Niro, which was updated with quirky new looks.
// Vehicle finance approvals in decline
Dealers have seen approvals for vehicle loans plummet following the introduction of new regulations under the Credit Contract and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA).
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// Ford unveils new Mondeo, and we can’t have it
Ford’s initially sombre announcement that it would be phasing out the once much loved Mondeo nameplate worldwide was quickly followed up by speculation that the badge would actually return for certain markets —
// SEA Electric welcomes new CFO
Global e-mobility technology company SEA Electric has appointed Phillip Tighe chief financial officer (CFO), effective immediately….
// Vehicle arrivals up 37% in 2021
Vehicle imports were up 37.4% year-on-year in 2021 with a total of 301,314 arrivals hitting the wharves over the 12 months compared to 219, 236 the year before.
// Tesla Model 3 LR gets computer upgrade
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range due for delivery in mid to late February gets a…
// BMW isn’t giving up on petrol engines just yet
As various car brands continue to announce plans to cease the development of new internal combustion engines, it’s been confirmed that BMW is doing the opposite.
// ECL enables Custom Fleet EV management
Energy and technology solutions company ECL Group has developed a commercial EV fleet management service via…
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- Premium Volkswagen R models boost performance to new levels
- Greg Murphy’s stunning supercharged Dodge Charger unveiled by Ringbrothers
- Hagerty reveals the valuation-busting cars of 2021
- AA warns petrol prices could hit $3 a litre this year
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