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// Suzuki e VITARA earns four-star ANCAP rating
ANCAP Safety has released a safety rating for the all-electric Suzuki e VITARA,
- Autofile says EV secures four stars
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// World Car of the Year winners announced: EVs dominate
The BMW iX3 has been revealed as the World Car of the Year at the New York Auto Show, also winning the World Electric Vehicle title.
- EVs & Beyond says BMW iX3 claims double World Car Awards win
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// Jaecoo J5 EV records 150 New Zealand orders
The Jaecoo J5 electric vehicle (EV) has recorded 150 orders in New Zealand as part of a broader trans-Tasman success
// Car dealer finance manager loses ACC appeal after taser assault
A car dealership finance manager who was assaulted with a taser and repeatedly punched during a 2020 workplace attack has
IN OTHER NEWS
// Ford New Zealand issues Ranger recall
Ford New Zealand has issued a recall for the Ranger ute, due to an EGR valve that might fail.
// EV demand surges as fuel costs drive buyer shift
New vehicle registrations jumped 25.2% in March 2026 as electric vehicle demand strengthened dramatically, with battery electric vehicles tripling
// Marque doubles warranty
Nissan’s More ownership programme a “comprehensive initiative designed to deliver peace of mind, cost certainty and long-term value” has been launched in New Zealand.
// Ford F-150 still off the menu for New Zealand
As our neighbours in Australia welcomed the latest update to Ford’s full-sized F-150 pick-up with a formal launch event late last month, those interested in getting their hands on an F-150 in New Zealand should not hold their breath.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Tesla Reclaims World’s Top EV Spot After BYD Sales Plummet 25%
Tesla lost to BYD last year, but the American company is back with a vengeance in 2026.
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- Tesla Q1 sales rise but miss estimates
- Australian EV sales surge despite overall dip in new vehicle market
- Audi axes its iconic five-cylinder engine after 50 years
- Goodwood Revival to celebrate Sir Jack Brabham
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