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BEST OF THE REST
// Volvo EVs coming to NZ
First shipment of marque’s XC40 has sold out ahead of arrival and demand for the C40 is also strong.
// Refreshed BMW X7 Flagship arriving fourth quarter
The BMW Group will release two versions of its refreshed three-row Flagship X7 SUV into New Zealand showrooms in the fourth quarter of 2022.
// Vehicle spending stays steady
The amount spent on motor vehicles in the June quarter was only $500,000, or 0.1 percent, higher than the total splashed out in the first three months of the year, according to new figures from Stats NZ.
// SUVs land top safety ratings
The Kia Sportage and hybrid version of GWM’s Haval 6 win praise from experts following testing.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Two Updated Tesla Electric Semis Spotted Out Testing
Late last week, on Friday, July 8, 2022, a Twitter user posted a video of a recent Tesla Semi sighting on the freeway.
// Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Is Here To Help EV Batteries, Not Harm Them
“The Fuel Cell is liberator of the battery, not its nemesis.” So says the London-based EV maker Tevva, which has come up with a formula for making love and peace between the clashing worlds of EV batteries and hydrogen fuel cell technology.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Haval debuts Cool Dog SUV
Chinese automaker Haval has debuted an all-new SUV in China called the Cool Dog.
// Lack of EV chargers doesn’t deter EV adoption, study suggests
Charging infrastructure has been a concern for EV adoption. People buying electric cars makes installing more chargers worthwhile, but people need the chargers to buy the cars.
// HWR partners with zero-emission experts on hydrogen
New Zealand transport company H.W. Richardson (HWR) is partnering with Christchurch-based zero emissions technology firm Fabrum on the initiative.
// Suzuki hails new flagship
Marque sets sights on rivals with the S-Cross, the largest vehicle in its lineup.
// EVs help mitigate climate change impacts
Government policies such as the Clean Car Discount are proving their worth and making it easier to switch to low-emission vehicles to help avoid climate change impacts.
// EVs past the tipping point for mass adoption
EVs have pushed past the crucial 5% mark in adoption rates in the US, Europe, and China, which means they are no longer for niche buyers.
// This electric three-wheeler brings greener delivery options
In June, the electric bike startup Joco, which rents e-bikes to food delivery workers and other couriers in New York City and Chicago, began testing a new vehicle called the Deliverator.
ONE LINERS
- Watch: $5 million Apollo IE laps the Nurburgring for the first time
- NZ transport sector facing major cost pressures
- Andy Warhol “Cars” to be exhibited at Peterson Automotive Museum
- JAC battery-powered trucks coming for NZ
- Honda teases all-new Civic Type R
- BMW requires subscription to use heated seats
- Dodge Challenger sendoff to be 670kW middle finger
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
Many of today’s topics are being discussed in the NZ Car Dealers private Facebook group. Check out what industry people have to say.
// Current National New Car Deals
Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.
// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder
RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.