HOT TOPIC
// CCCFA lending law reforms coming on July 7
Proposed changes to New Zealand’s controversial Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act (CCCFA) appear set to come into effect in July.
- AutoFile says Dealers stuck with ‘bad’ rules
- AutoFile says Lending law changes loom
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// Ford takes a dig at Tesla with F-150 Lightning accessory
A member on the Lightning Owners forum shared how his electric truck came with a charging adaptor which allows Lightning owners to plug their onboard generator supply into a Tesla’s charging port.
// The new BMW M2 will be the last pure-combustion M vehicle
The upcoming BMW M2 will be the last M car to feature a pure combustion engine, it has been confirmed.
// Flying cars considered for air navigation review
An independent review of New Zealand’s air navigation system will include new and emerging technology and innovative uses like electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft such as Canterbury’s “Cora” Wisk trial.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Tesla Has Over 3 Years’ Worth Of Cybertruck Orders As Demand Grows
Demand for electric vehicles is higher than ever, and orders for Tesla’s EVs are piling on relentlessly.
// BYD: We Will Supply Tesla With Batteries Very Soon
After multiple rumors over the past 12 months, it seems that BYD’s batteries will finally find their way into Tesla products,
IN OTHER NEWS
// Confirmed: Great Wall Ora and Tank brands coming to NZ
It’s been confirmed that New Zealand is set to gain two new Chinese vehicle brands, each being a subsidiary of Great Wall Motors.
// Aussie dealers sceptical of used imports
With the exception of one panel member, a group of used car dealers speaking at the Australian Automotive Dealer Association conference were overwhelmingly not in favour of sourcing second hand vehicles for Australia from overseas markets such as Japan.
// Conference seeks presenters
Annual event organized by ITSNZ to focus on push for zero transport deaths and zero transport emissions.
// Clean Car Programme causing the price of vehicles to rise
Chief executive of the Motor Industry Association (MIA), David Crawford, said the price motorists paid for cars had changed over the past three years, mostly because of new taxes or rebates as part of the Government’s Clean Car Programme.
// Port shelves automation plan
Multimillion-dollar project in Auckland canned due to delays, costs, and timeline to finish.
ONE LINERS
- Defender scores world cup deal
- Cupra UrbanRebel EV showcased alongside new SUV models
- EU lawmakers uphold ban on new combustion engine cars by 2035
- Gordon Murray realizes supercars don’t make money, confirms electric SUVs
- Tesla owner sues after finding broken jacking points in brand new Model 3
- Study reveals most loved and hated car brand in New Zealand
- Polestar 3 promises to be the brand’s first electric SUV
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.
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// 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.