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// Forthing launches in New Zealand with Taikon SUV range
Chinese automotive brand Forthing will launch in New Zealand next month with the Taikon medium SUV,
- Driven Car Guide says Forthing hits New Zealand shores with dual-powertrain Taikon SUV
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// Subaru Uncharted announced for Oz. But what about us?
Subaru Australia has confirmed the launch of the Uncharted small electric SUV. There is still no word on whether or not it will reach NZ shores though.
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// Skoda Peaq set for reveal
Skoda will introduce a new flagship electric SUV in mid-2026, with the all-new Peaq set to become the brand’s largest and most advanced model to date.
- Driven Car Guide says Skoda gives us a peek at the Peaq; the largest SUV it has ever built
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// EV sales continue surge
Dealers sold some 1,540 battery EVs (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) last week as consumer demand for light vehicles with those powertrains has more than quadrupled this month.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Hyundai Palisade gets critical fix before it goes on sale in NZ
The revamped second generation Hyundai Palisade 7-seater will soon go on sale in New Zealand, but only after delays prompted by a global sales-stop recall following a fatal accident that claimed the life of a child in the United States.
// Toyota NZ wins Bronze at Axis Awards
Toyota New Zealand has taken home a Bronze award at the 2026 Axis Awards,
// Huge solar system installed
Toyota NZ has installed one of the country’s largest rooftop solar systems on its 35,000m2 warehouse and national customer centre in Palmerston North.
// Fuel stocks increase
Fuel stocks have increased with the government announcing New Zealand has nearly 60 days worth of petrol and more than 50 days of diesel available.
// ‘Unique’ in segment
Audi Sport has unveiled an exclusive special-edition model to celebrate the 50-year anniversary of its five-cylinder engine.
// Suzuki’s adorable Ignis nearing the end in NZ, at least for now
The end is nigh for one of Suzuki’s most popular nameplates. But, never say never when it comes to a replacement.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Google Maps Is Bringing EV Route Planning To Android Auto
The feature will take the guesswork out of planning an EV road trip for over 350 models across at least 15 brands.
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- Afeela follows Honda 0 into oblivion
- Daniel Craig fronts Denza campaign ahead of global expansion
- UK finalises $15.4b car finance compensation scheme
- Tesla calls time on Model X and Model S, moves towards autonomous tech
- Mercedes-Benz brings back Classics & Coffee with bigger 2026 season
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