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// Kia wins top gong
Marque voted best of the best and car manufacturer of the year in Roy Morgan awards.
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// Leapmotor launches 440kW C10 AWD in New Zealand
Leapmotor’s new C10 All-Wheel Drive electric SUV has launched in New Zealand, bringing 440kW of power and the brand’s first 800V architecture to local showrooms for $64,990 plus on-road costs.
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// Mahindra unveils XEV 9S electric SUV with NZ export potential
Mahindra has unveiled the XEV 9S, positioning it as India’s first authentic electric origin 7-seater SUV.
// Tower posts record profit, motor premiums ease but volumes lift
Tower has reported a record full-year result, with the insurer’s motor portfolio showing renewed volume growth despite lower average premiums.
// Westpac fined record $3.64m for lending breaches
Westpac New Zealand has been fined $3.64 million by the High Court for breaching responsible lending laws, after systemic failures meant thousands of customers missed out on key loan information and agreed interest rate discounts.
// Manukau Hyundai relocates to new Cavendish Drive showroom
Manukau Hyundai will relocate to a new showroom at 17 Cavendish Drive, Manukau, Auckland next week, the dealership has announced.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Tesla faces class action over Powerwall recall that leaves people with bricked batteries
Tesla’s poorly handled Powerwall 2 recall is now turning into a potential class action lawsuit over for leaving people with bricked batteries until Tesla replaces them.
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