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// Hottest MG4 revealed with more power than a Mercedes-AMG
MG will top the MG4 range with a genuine contender to the hot-hatch crown, the dual-motor MG4 XPower.
- EVs and Beyond says MG4 XPower revealed globally
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// Fiat Panda set to return as an electric crossover
Fiat has made it clear that it will soon bring the much-loved Panda into the modern age as a fully electric crossover, with simplicity at its core.
// Top dealer hits pricing sweet spot
Apexdealerdata.com market report: Latest industry figures reveal cars are taking an average of 65 days to sell.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// See Tesla Cybertruck Play On Ice And Snow In New Zealand
A fresh batch of videos shows the electric truck going through winter testing procedures.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Haval Jolion and H6 hybrid prices slashed in NZ
Great Wall Motors has slashed the prices of its hybrid Haval Jolion and H6 models in New Zealand.
// More Aussies intend buying an EV
About 51% of Australians intend buying an EV, according to the latest EV sentiments survey commissioned by online financial broker Savvy.
// Registered motor vehicle trader numbers stabilise
After a volatile year in 2022, the number of registered motor vehicle traders in New Zealand has somewhat stabilised according to the latest reports from the registrar.
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- Toyota NZ teases new retro-inspired Land Cruiser Prado
- Stop drive notice issued for Singapore used imports
- Disputes tribunal hearing set over faulty Audi RS4
- Marques ready for kick off
- Toyota GR boss wants to revive Starlet as a hot hatch
- Huge collection of Ferrari barn finds heading to auction
- Next Lambo supercar could retain V12… with this trick
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