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// Skoda Superb recalled due to fire risk, affects NZ Police cars
The New Zealand Police’s car of choice for its front-line operations, the Skoda Superb, has been recalled due to a potential fire risk in the engine bay.
- AutoFile says Skoda recall hits cop cars
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// Auction Online Unveils: Fleet Disposal Auctions
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// Throwback looks for GT
Demand expected to outstrip Kiwi supply when limited edition touches down.
// Video: BYD Seal detailed review
The BYD Seal is our NZ EV of the Year! But how good is it?
IN OTHER NEWS
// GWM Tank 500 confirmed for NZ, pricing announced
Great Wall Motor (GWM) has confirmed that its new seven-seater, the Tank 500, will be sold in New Zealand.
// Ruc for Everyone the Way Forward
Road User Charges are on the way for everyone, and in my view, payment relevant to usage is the way forward.
// Ineos reveals battery-electric 4×4, will launch with range-extender option
Ineos has revealed the first details of its second model, the all-electric off-roader dubbed Fusilier.
// Mercedes-Benz backtracks on plan to only sell EVs by 2030
Mercedes-Benz has announced a shift in its strategy concerning the sale of pure electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030.
// Marking 50 Years Of Innovation
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Faking It: 2025 Dodge Charger EV To Simulate Vibrating ‘Engine’
Dodge is engineering an “Active Vibration Enhancement” system into its upcoming electric muscle car.
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- Classic home-built Holden convertible comes up for sale
- Another EV gets big price cut as Skoda follows VW’s lead
- Kiwis own the most cars per capita in the world, new data shows
- Colonial Motor Company posts $9.1m profit for first half of FY2024
- AutoTalk Weekly Wrap – Episode 83
- Port of Auckland lifts first half net profit to $21.2m
- Tyrewise roadshow heads north
- Opinion divided over electric vehicle’s use of council power
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