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// Haines to lead Geely Auto in New Zealand
The Giltrap Group has confirmed Jordan Haines as the brand manager for Geely Auto, the country’s newest automotive brand, which will launch in April.
- AutoCar says Geely names New Zealand brand manager
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// Next-gen Subaru Forester Hybrid confirmed for New Zealand
Subaru of New Zealand has confirmed that the next-generation Forester Hybrid will arrive in mid-2025, introducing the brand’s latest hybrid powertrain to Kiwi buyers.
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// Suzuki Jimny three-door off the menu?
New mandates for crash-avoidance technology have impacted Jimny three-door, with production for Australia put on hold temporarily.
// The CX-6e is the basis of Mazda’s big electric push
Mazda has trademarked CX-6e, a nameplate that will attach to a forthcoming medium-sized high-rise EV.
// Electric cars are going the distance
A new study has shown that failure rates for electric cars are about the same as for petrol powered vehicles….
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Jeep, Ford, Audi PHEV recalls: Battery replacement the next step?
Battery supplier Samsung SDI has issued its own recall documents for more than 180,000 EVs, leading to uncertainty whether a series of manufacturer recalls resolve a potential manufacturing defect.
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- Lunaz sees record demand and high second hand values for its electrified classics
- Caltex Te Ngae installs Plug & Save EV chargers
- Old car vs new car: Can an old Toyota be a match for a new MG?
- Ford CEO: electric utes and SUVs struggle with towing
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