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// Chinese electric ute set for NZ arrival in 2024
A new plug-in hybrid SUV, a large pure electric SUV, and a pure electric ute from Chinese carmaker BYD are set to arrive in New Zealand next year.
- EVs and Beyond says BYD NZ plans more EVs
HOT TOPIC
// Nissan unveils Skyline Nismo but only for Japan
Nissan has unveiled a performance version of its Skyline, and no, it doesn’t wear the GT-R nameplate.
- Driven says 2024 Nissan Z Nismo confirmed for New Zealand
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BEST OF THE REST
// Mahindra sets new price mark with fresh Scorpio
Indian challenger brand Mahindra is set to offer the Kiwi market a seven-seat large diesel SUV for the near unheard price of $44,990.
// Climate fund to back 100% renewable electricity
A $2 billion fund has the goal of making New Zealand one of the first countries in the world to reach 100% renewable electricity.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Audi RS6 Sedan Expected To Return As EV In 2025
A sedan version of the RS6 hasn’t been offered since 2010.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// The next Volkswagen California will be a plug-in hybrid
Life on the road is about to get a whole lot more efficient as Volkswagen has previewed its next-generation plug-in hybrid California camper.
// Land Rover is reportedly working on a ‘baby Defender’ EV
A smaller and fully electric Land Rover Defender is currently under development
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- A $2m Ford? Rare supercar emerges for sale in NZ
- McLaren dealer gathers unique 60th anniversary display for charity event
- MG4 lands for first time
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