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// GWM prices Ora 5 electric SUV from $36,990
GWM New Zealand has announced pricing for its all-electric Ora 5 SUV, with the compact electric vehicle set to arrive
- Driven Car Guide says GWM confirms New Zealand specifications and pricing for Ora 5 SUV
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// Dealers are taking a closer look at vehicle data
As margins tighten and compliance requirements increase, many dealers are reassessing how they source vehicle information. Speed, reliability and cost certainty are becoming key factors. CarJam provides vehicle data used by dealers nationwide, with transparent pricing and no lock-ins.
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// JAC T9 plug-in hybrid ute nears New Zealand arrival
New Zealand’s ute market is set to gain another hybrid option, with the JAC T9 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) nearing a
// BYD expands NZ line-up with tougher Shark 6 Performance and Seal 06 Touring hybrid
BYD has added to its line up in New Zealand with the launch of a more capable Shark 6 Performance and the efficiency-focused Seal 06 Touring plug-in
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// BYD Seal 06 Touring: PHEV wagon with 1300km range detailed for NZ
BYD New Zealand has confirmed pricing and first details of the upcoming Seal 06 Touring plug-in hybrid (PHEV) station wagon.
// Auto Trader NZ appoints Dan Michelle as general manager
Auto Trader New Zealand has appointed Dan Michelle as General Manager,
// Customs and MPI overhaul goods levies
Fees and levies charged by the New Zealand Customs Service and the Ministry for Primary Industries for managing goods
// New rules support EV chargers
The government has announced the removal of what it calls ‘unnecessary consenting barriers’ to EV charging infrastructure, making it faster and easier to build chargers nationwide.
// Free service plan offer
Kia NZ has launched a complimentary service plan programme hot on the wheels of what it describes as ‘the country’s best EV ownership offer’
// Bridgestone Turanza 6
Our long-term Atto 3 has just ticked over 40,000km on its original rubber.
// Hybrid Honda Prelude returns to NZ with pricing confirmed
Honda New Zealand has confirmed pricing for the return of one of its historic nameplates,
// Electric LDV ute spotted testing in NZ ahead of potential launch
LDV’s second stab at a fully electric double-cab ute has been spotted out and about in Auckland, with the brand still yet to formally confirm the model for our market.
// Is this NZ’s first 850kW Chinese car? Denza Z9 GT confirmed for Australia
The 2026 Denza Z9 GT will debut at the Melbourne motor show today, with the brand confirming the electric grand tourer will land in Australian showrooms before the end of 2026.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// These EV Fast Chargers Are Completely Off-Grid—And Free
Thanks to a huge solar array and a 3.4 MWh battery, this California EV charging station doesn’t need a grid connection.
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- Strong local starts for new electric vehicle players
- Ariel unveils extreme Atom 4RR to mark 25 years of performance
- Tesla developing smaller, cheaper SUV?
- Polestar posts record first-quarter sales as network expands
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