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// Ford scraps electric SUV family for hybrid, refocusses on EV commercials
The Ford Motor Company has scrapped its plans to produce a family of three-row battery electric SUV models in favour of hybrid powertrains.
- Stuff Motoring says Ford revamps electric vehicle strategy with push into hybrids
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// Guilty of odo tampering
Man fined $6,500 after failed bid to avoid paying road-user charges totalling $15,000.
- AutoTalk says Courier owner prosecuted for odometer tampering
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// Port of Auckland lifts annual profit to $55.2m
Port of Auckland has delivered a stronger than expected annual result, posting an underlying net profit after tax (NPAT) of $55.2 million, driven by revenue growth and market share gains.
- AutoFile says Port’s profits jump by $10m
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// Dealership in receivership
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// Xiaomi’s first electric SUV tipped for October launch
Chinese tech powerhouse Xiaomi is wasting no time in expanding its electric vehicle (EV) lineup.
// ‘Huge’ ad campaign coming
Auto Trader says “significant” jump in advertising will create more leads for car dealers.
// Tesla Model Y Facelift is Due Out Next Year
The Tesla Model Y is getting a new look for 2025, along with an interior update and improved performance.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// EV collision repair costs 20% more than for gas models
These higher repair costs likely factor into the higher insurance costs that many EV owners continue to face.
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