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// New Ford Ranger revealed, 3.0-litre V6 and hybrid on the way
Following months and months of teasers, Ford has finally lifted the covers off the new Ranger while also detailing its powertrains, features, and more.
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// New Kia Niro revealed
Kia has shown its new Niro in a world debut at the Seoul Mobility Show where it is on display from November 25 to December 5 and available with hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and full electric (EV) powertrains starting from next year.
- AutoCar says New-look Kia Niro debuts with funky two-tone panels
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// Seven years, as many km as you like: MG New Zealand is having a warranty flex
MG Motor New Zealand will introduce a “seven-year initiative” in December: every new car sold will come with seven years warranty, Warrant of Fitness cover, and roadside assistance.
- AutoFile says MG Motor targets NZ growth
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// Trade Me profits bounce back
The owner of Trade Me Ltd has reported earnings before interest and tax of $107 million for the year to June, an increase of 80.4 percent from $59.3m a year earlier.
- AutoTalk says Continued growth for Trade Me Motors
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BEST OF THE REST
// Porsche reportedly working on brand new flagship SUV
Porsche is allegedly working on a new flagship SUV, which will sit above the Cayenne and offer three rows of seats.
// Vehicle sales fall 12% in September quarter
Stats NZ is reporting that lockdowns have significantly impacted the volume of retail sales in the September 2021 quarter which fell by 8.1%, in comparison to the 3.3% rise in the June 2021 quarter.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Spoiler alert: Alpine unveils updates for A110 sportster
Renault and Alpine are set to transition to being entirely electric in the coming years; a move that’s already causing a bit of a rift among longtime enthusiasts with romanticised memories of the Clio Williams and Megane RS.
// Businesses get green light for rapid COVID tests
Businesses will soon be able to source rapid COVID-19 tests following calls from leaders in the transport industry for urgency on the initiative.
// VIA suggests cheaper electricity, carbon tax and more for ERP
Plenty of cheap, green electricity and introducing a universal carbon tax which could become a carbon dividend putting money into KiwiSaver accounts will help New Zealands transition from fossil fuels.
// Inspection logjams look set to repeat
The AA is warning the vehicle inspection industry may face repeated logjams for warrants and certificates of fitness (WOFs/COFs) over the coming years as the governments November 30 deadline for renewing such documents approaches.
// Mobilize works on last-mile delivery
Renault Group will learn from an initial test cycle concluding at the end of this year to inform development work on urban delivery vehicles in the future.
// Challenges on horizon
The board and management at MTF Finance are predicting the horizon has some interesting challenges emerging.
// EV owners sought for multiple trading relationships trial
A new pilot project sees Our Energy Limited and Thundergrid joining forces and working in collaboration with Ara Ake to find EV owners keen to be a part of a world-first trial.
// ATL gains international vehicle inspection standard
Vehicle inspection company Automotive Technologies Limited (ATL), which covers the New Zealand import market, has received global standard accreditation.
// Auckland singled out as Fuso eCanter gains pace
Daimler Truck says its going full speed ahead to win the race to zero emissions with now more than 300 all-electric Fuso eCanters delivered to customers around the world.
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We sell brand new and late model pre-owned vehicles; we have two workshops and a humming parts department. We love our customers so a high level of service to them is required.
If you want to seize this opportunity to live in a region that offers great weather, beaches, walks and biking and work in a dealership that is progressive, fun and successful – we want to chat.
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- Tesla is worth more than the next nine most valuable car makers
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