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// Subaru acknowledges contribution of two long-standing dealers
Subaru acknowledged the contribution of all of its people while celebrating 50 years of all-wheel-drive at a function in Auckland in February but says two long-standing dealers in particular deserved a special recognition.
- AutoCar says Subaru celebrates 50 years of all-wheel drive in NZ
- AutoFile says Party time with Subaru
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// Subway to install EV charging stations at restaurants
Subway, known for its healthy range of sandwiches, is planning to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its restaurants so its diners can recharge in more ways than one.
- Stuff Motoring says Subway to build ‘oasis’ EV charging locations
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// Enyaq impresses, despite CCD snub
Skoda New Zealand has finally launched the long-awaited Enyaq electric SUV, heading upmarket with a premium lineup that skips past the Clean Car Discount program.
// Concerns over car delays
Biosecurity inspections in Australian ports increased after seeds are found on vessels.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Sono Motors Kills Sion Solar EV, Puts Program Up For Sale
The German startup says it will focus on retrofitting and integrating its solar technology onto third-party vehicles.
// How Do You Say “Ariya”? 1,500 TikTok Creators Help Nissan
Tesla has proven social media activity may be better than traditional advertising, and Nissan’s TikTok campaign is getting attention.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Utemaster TrailCore Service Body aims to combine pickup-truck work and play
Kiwi company Utemaster reckons it has transformed the traditional pickup truck service body into a versatile piece of lifestyle equipment – while claiming to enhance its working credentials at the same time.
// Landmark plug-in hybrid SUV confirmed for NZ
Mazda New Zealand has confirmed that the hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of its all-new CX-60 are destined for local showrooms.
// Two new Fiat EVs on the way in 2023
Fiat has announced it is planning to launch two new electric vehicles (EVs) in the second half of 2023 which could see the return of classic model names.
// March 15 confirmation of Polestar 3 specification and pricing
Embracing a new design era with the Polestar 3, the Polestar brand has inaugurated its new design studio in Gothenburg, Sweden, nestled in a forest adjacent to the brand’s global headquarters.
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Importers, companies across the supply chain and advisory group members being asked to sign up.
// BYD Auto New Zealand announces App launch
BYD Auto New Zealand has announced to its customers via text message that the BYD App will be launching in market here sometime in late February.
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- Rowan Atkinson’s awesome Lancia HF Integrale Evo II up for sale at auction
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