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// Leading through change
MITO Limited names Verna Niao as chief executive as shift to industry-owned entity approaches.
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// MTA calls for reconsideration of proposed WOF changes
MTA Chief Executive Lee Marshall says Government calculations overlook some key factors.
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// Eagers Automotive marks 2025 leadership programme graduates
Eagers Automotive New Zealand has celebrated the 2025 graduates of its Emerging and Advanced Leaders Programme at an end-of-year ceremony held at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron.
// Rental sector reports rebound
Visitors from many overseas markets are returning in greater numbers.
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// 2025 Was Big For Hybrids And PHEVs. 2026 Will Be Even Bigger
EV sales are growing worldwide—just unevenly. Now, more and more buyers are turning to hybrid power, and carmakers are responding.
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