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// Lexus LBX topped luxury car market in June
Lexus claimed four of the top five best-selling models in June and finished second in overall luxury marque sales.
- AutoFile says Strong month for Lexus
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// Omoda Jaecoo sets price for incoming Omoda 9
The Omoda 9 SHS (Super Hybrid System) expands the SUV line-up for the brand this month.
- AutoFile says Pricing for Omoda 9
- AutoTalk says Local pricing and specification revealed for Omoda 9
- Driven says Omoda 9 Super Hybrid joins New Zealand lineup: luxury length
- Stuff Motoring says Another bang-for-buck Chinese ‘Super Hybrid’ confirmed for NZ
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// Bentley unveils bold new wings for a fresh chapter
Bentley Motors is shaking up tradition with the reveal of its striking new ‘Winged B’ emblem – only the fifth revision in the brand’s 106-year history.
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// All Black – Range Rover Sport SV Black
Range Rover has added the Black edition to its Sport SV range. Available to order later in the year, it celebrates the appeal of an all-black aesthetic. Distinctive black finishes include the Range Rover SV roundel and brand badges on the front grille.
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// Fronx pricing announced with an intro offer of $29,990
Suzuki is bringing in two all-new SUVs to Australia and that means we will get them here as well. That’s something Suzuki NZ has already confirmed.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Finance firm hits the road
Avanti’s management team embarks on roadshow to meet members of its introducer network. Avanti Finance has completed its first annual roadshow series fresh off the back of the company’s rebranding.
// Investment Boost creates bounce-back in June new car sales?
The Government’s Investment Boost initiative announced as part of the 2025 Budget is believed to be a key factor behind a resurgence in new vehicle sales during June according to the Motor Industry Association (MIA).
// New brands added — and some dropped — as MBIE confirms 2025 AoG vehicle panel
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has released the latest list of vehicle brands approved for purchase under the third-generation All-of-Government (AoG) Motor Vehicles contract, with a more electrified and diversified offering now available to government agencies.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Formula Sun Grand Prix
The sun has set on a frantic day of scrutineering at this year’s Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP), as teams scramble to qualify for a spot on the starting line tomorrow morning.
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- Engineer crashes concept car
- Mazda teases all-new CX-5 ahead of big reveal next week
- Ford CEO: ‘If we lose to China, there will be no Ford’
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