HOT TOPIC
// LDV confirms price for NZ’s first fully electric ute
Following a surprise debut earlier this year, LDV has announced opening pricing for its fully electric eT60 pick-up; the first EV ute confirmed for the New Zealand market. The eT60 will be priced from $79,990, including GST and on-road costs.
- AutoCar says New Zealand’s first EV ute pricing announced
- Driven says Pricing and specs announced for New Zealand’s first EV Ute
- Stuff Motoring says New Zealand’s first electric ute qualifies for rebate
HOT TOPIC
// Subaru’s first full electric vehicle has landed in NZ
Subaru has ramped up its journey of ‘global environment preservation’ with the upcoming launch of its all-new Solterra SUV, with an unveiling at Waiheke for a first look of what this all-electric AWD vehicle has to offer (albeit in left-hand drive).
- AutoCar says Sol Searching – Subaru’s First EV Revealed
- AutoFile says Arrival date for Solterra
- EVs and Beyond says Solterra EV April launch surprises some Subaru dealers
HOT TOPIC
// Gaps in South Island EV charging infrastructure to be filled
The New Zealand government announced today that key gaps in the South Island’s public EV charging network will be filled with support from the Low Emissions Transport Fund (LETF).
- Stuff Motoring says Meridian Energy set to plug EV charging network gaps
- EVs and Beyond says Closing South Island public EV charging gaps
HOT TOPIC
// Air pollution from cars killing thousands of NZers yearly: study
In findings which have startled scientists, new data shows car pollution is killing thousands of New Zealanders each year and costing the country billions of dollars.
- AutoFile says Study highlights car pollution
HOT TOPIC
// Inspectors checking car labels
EECA’s compliance team is visiting dealerships to ensure emissions and energy economy labels are being displayed.
HOT TOPIC
// MIA calls for stricter exhaust emission standards
Motor Industry Association principal technical advisor Mark Stockdale says he would support adopting stricter exhaust emission standards in New Zealand in order to improve the country’s air quality and reduce pollution.
- AutoFile says MIA backs emissions action
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BEST OF THE REST
// Volvo Trucks Australia begins sales of electric range
Volvo Trucks Australia is beginning the first customer sales of its all-electric medium-duty truck range.
// Videos to help inspectors
Transport agency releases guides as part of improving its vehicle inspection requirements manuals.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Rivian R1S review and 1st drive: The best SUV ever made?
One simple fact is going to tell you more than all of the Rivian R1S Review words, images, and video below: I’m in line to buy a Rivian R1S, and after a few days on and off the roads of upstate NY, I’m more excited than ever to get my hands on it.
// What does sustainable lithium mining look like?
Lithium is a vital component of EV batteries, and Winnipeg, Canada-headquartered Snow Lake Lithium says it’s committed to operating a fully renewable and sustainable lithium mine.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Audi S8 luxury sports sedan arrives in New Zealand
A limited number of high-performance Audi S8 luxury sedans are making their way to our shores, complete with 420kW of V8 power.
// EV Torque – Aussie Aussie Aussie
Australia has been late to the EV party. It’s been said that former Prime Minister, Scott Morrison, was wedded to coal
// Peugeot NZ willing to pay for a year’s worth of fuel
Peugeot NZ is so confident about the efficiency of its latest range that it has decided to pay your fuel bill for 12 months
ONE LINERS
- Classy electric mopeds inbound
- NZ’s largest e-bus order arriving
- Dealer hits out at feebate
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
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// Current National New Car Deals
ADDED THIS WEEK
CITROEN
- During July, receive 1 year of free fuel with the purchase of any Citroën PureTech petrol model.
HAVAL
- JOLION PREMIUM FROM $29,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
- H6 PREMIUM FROM $35,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
- UTE CANNON-L 4X2 AUTO FROM $41,490 SRRP INC GST + ORC
HONDA
- Get into your new CR-V with 3.9% Finance across the range.
JEEP
- Pre-registered/plated Jeep Gladiator Overland models – $82,990. Includes tonneau cover, cargo group and bedliner as well as registration.
MITSUBISHI
- Pajero Sport Black Edition $61,990 +ORC
TOYOTA
- Toyota Certified Offer- Right now, get 3 years warranty, 3 years AA road service, and 3 years free WoF checks on any Toyota Certified used car.
REMOVED THIS WEEK
AUDI
- Earn up to 1,000 Airpoints Dollars™ when buying a new Audi Q5, or 500 when buying a new Audi A1 Sportback.
BMW
- For a limited time, drive away in a BMW X1 at 0% interest with 3 payments across 2 years.
HAVAL
- JOLION PREMIUM FROM $28,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
- H6 PREMIUM FROM $34,990 SRRP INC GST + ORC
- UTE CANNON-L 4X2 AUTO FROM $40,490 SRRP INC GST + ORC
ISUZU
- Isuzu D-Max 7.9% p.a. finance offer
MITSUBISHI
- Pajero Sport $59,990 +ORC
RANGE ROVER
- LIMITED EDITION – DISCOVERY METROPOLITAN
Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.