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// BYD testing smaller ‘Baby Shark’ ute in South America

BYD appears set to expand its ute line-up with a second, smaller model spotted testing in South America, positioned beneath the Shark 6 and aimed at the region’s compact pickup segment.

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// Toyota’s V8-powered GR GT revealed with a Kiwi connection

Toyota has finally taken the covers off the highly anticipated GR GT, which serves as the spiritual successor to the Lexus LFA.

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// The BYD Shark 6 is the best new vehicle of the year: DRIVEN Car Guide 2025 NZ Car of the Year

The BYD Shark 6 is the Overall Winner in the DRIVEN Car Guide 2025 New Zealand Car of the Year awards.

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// Group expands used operations

Newmarket dealership fourth of its kind as Armstrong’s increases its retail footprint across the country.

// Vehicle retailing drives growth

Automotive sector biggest climber in dollar terms for sales volumes and values during three-month spell.

// Import levels fluctuate

Used car volumes up from prior month but down on a year ago, with results reversed for new sector.

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// Fuel tanker driver dies after crashing into BYD dealership in Lower Hutt

Police say the single-vehicle crash was reported about 5.30am. A police spokesperson confirmed one person died and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are continuing.

// Rising demand at auctions

Sales through Collecting Cars platform are up 44 per cent from same time a year ago.

// Škoda NZ launches Elroq and refreshed Enyaq

Škoda New Zealand is introducing two new additions to its electric portfolio with the launch of the all-new Elroq and an updated Enyaq, both adopting the brand’s Modern Solid design language and upgraded technology.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Kia EV2 sheds camo, giving us our best look at the new SUV

Kia’s most affordable electric SUV will be here in just over a month. Ahead of its debut, the EV2 was spotted with light camo, offering our best look yet.

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