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// Mercedes-AMG is building a 911 GT3 RS rival
A new track rival for Porsche’s top GT3 is about to launch.
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// 2 Cheap Cars revises FY26 profit outlook despite growth in sales
2 Cheap Cars Group has revised down its net profit expectations for the 2026 financial year, citing a weaker-than-anticipated first quarter.
- AutoFile says 2 Cheap forecasts profit dip
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// MMNZ donates Outlander PHEVs to Life Flight emergency service
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Funeral details announced for industry stalwart Rick Murrell
Southland Vehicle Sales will close on Tuesday, July 29, to allow staff and the wider community to farewell Rick Murrell, a respected industry leader and much-loved Southland figure.
// Bid to liquidate dealership
Business and director face “possible enforcement action” from Motor Vehicle Traders Register. Inland Revenue has applied to liquidate a car dealership that is facing possible legal action and risks being fined up to $200,000.
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- Audi’s bold reset starts with this new electric concept
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