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// Kia EV9 SUV details released
Kia New Zealand has released key details of the electric seven-seat EV9 SUV ahead of its local launch in a few weeks, the new model expected to go on sale early October.
- AutoCar says Kia EV9 pricing confirmed for NZ
- Driven says 2024 Kia EV9 specs, pricing revealed ahead of New Zealand launch
- Stuff Motoring says Kia confirms Kiwi pricing for highly anticipated electric EV9
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// Colonial records ‘strong result’
Profit drops amid “inconsistent” light-vehicle market and chairman tips demand for new vehicles to decline.
- AutoCar says The Colonial Motor Company announces full year results for 2023
- AutoTalk says Colonial posts $30.3m full-year profit
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// Turners Automotive Group Limited (Turners) has announced it is expecting FY24 to be another record profit result for the business.
At the annual shareholders meeting on August 23, 2023, Turners reported that positive trading results so far have the company on track for the FY24 result to be ahead of the record FY23 result of $45.5M net profit before tax (NPBT).
- AutoFile says Turners set for record result
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// MMNZ formalises Taskforce Kiwi partnership
Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has formalised a loan vehicle agreement with Taskforce Kiwi, following its support of the not-for-profit’s Cyclone Gabrielle disaster relief response.
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// Rule change for used imports
Etching VIN into rear window no longer necessary and agency predicts it will cut compliance costs.
- AutoTalk says VIN rear window etching requirement removed
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// BYD NZ dropping standard range Atto
BYD New Zealand is dropping the standard range Atto 3 SUV to create more showroom space.
// Bank targets EV buyers
New loans can be used on new or second-hand EVs purchased through a dealership. Westpac has announced it is offering interest-free loans of up to $50,000 for five years
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// AI could boost efficiency of solar EVs, make them viable
Research suggests AI might enable more from solar by optimizing output for the full range of lighting conditions and other variables.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Bentley unveils one-off GT Speed to celebrate first Continental
It’s been 20 years since the first Bentley Continental GT rolled off the production line in Crewe, United Kingdom,
// EV charger market worth $143.8b in 2030
The electric car charger market is estimated to be worth $12.6 billion (US$7.5b) and is expected to reach $143.8b (US$85.5b) by 2030,
// Another Chinese carmaker confirms plans to take on NZ
As Chinese carmakers like MG, BYD, and Great Wall Motor (GWM) continue to grow in New Zealand, another player has announced its plans to enter the game – Chery.
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- Mercedes-Benz host first post-covid driving event at Hampton Downs
- Melbourne EV Show September 22-24
- Vehicle sales a bright spot in Q2 – ASB
- Insurer’s rating on the rise
- Alfa Romeo asks fans to dream up their own car with AI
- Ferrari has drawn all over an 812 Competizione for charity
- The Maserati MCXtrema is brand’s most powerful model yet
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