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// Fail for WOF reforms
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) has given the government a fail for vehicle safety in its latest warrant of fitness (WOF) inspection for the ruling coalition.
- Autotalk says Government fails vehicle safety test from MTA
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// Foton quietly launches all-new Tunland ute range in New Zealand
Foton has quietly re-entered New Zealand’s ute market, revealing its all-new Tunland V7 and Tunland V9 at Fieldays without the fanfare typically associated with a new-model launch.
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// Dealer numbers nudge up
The number of dealers in New Zealand increased by eight last month and stood at 2,601 at the end of May, according to figures from the Motor Vehicle Traders Register (MVTR).
// Trip marks 140 years of brand
A trans-continental journey celebrating 140 years of Mercedes-Benz reaches Auckland this week and will make its way down the country to Queenstown.
// BYD NZ boss warns of delivery delays as EV demand surges
BYD Auto New Zealand general manager Warren Willmot has moved to reassure waiting customers, acknowledging that shipping constraints are pushing out delivery times by up to three to four weeks.
// MITO celebrates success
MITO is gearing to recognise outstanding achievement in vocational education and workforce development with the launch of its inaugural industry summit and awards.
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// Rivian R3 & R3X Will Go On Sale … Eventually
When Rivian first revealed its R2 electric SUV on March 7, 2024, it also unveiled the R3 and R3X — two models that were in the works and due out sometime after the R2 was launched. The R3 is a five-door SUV that is expected to be the least expensive model Rivian offers. The R3X variant will target those who want a performance or off-road capable vehicle.
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- Fieldays closes with record-breaking 132,000 attendance
- JAC T9 PHEV priced: hybrid ute makes NZ debut with segment-leading power claim
- Chinese automaker Xiaomi unveils automatic EV charging system
- Porsche celebrates new Toy Story movie with character-themed 911s
- BMW previews next-generation M3 EV with wild M Concept Neue Klasse
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