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// All-new Mitsubishi Triton ute teased, to debut on 26 July
Mitsubishi Motors has released a teaser for the next-generation Triton, and it’s set for a global reveal in Thailand on 26 July.
- Stuff Motoring says Will this be the ute to topple the Ford Ranger?
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// Mercedes-Benz puts EVs ahead of plug-in hybrids for NZ
By the end of this year, the local arm of Mercedes-Benz will have eight different EVs in its line-up, with two new dedicated plug-in SUVs set to arrive in September.
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// Higher fuel prices on way
Association gives advice on how New Zealanders can plan ahead for increased transport costs.
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// Michael Wood resigns following further conflicts of interest
Michael Wood has today resigned as a Minister in the New Zealand Government after it was revealed he holds further shares in companies that produce conflicts of interest with his role.
- AutoTalk says Michael Wood loses all ministerial roles
HOT TOPIC
// VIA makes submission on Euro 5/6 emissions rule changes
VIA has made a submission on the proposed amendments to the Vehicle Emission Rule recently published by the Ministry of Transport
- AutoFile says VIA calls for emissions rule support
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// ‘Hyundai Motor Way’ for accelerated electrification and future mobility
Hyundai Motor shared its mid- to long-term business and financial plans based on its ‘Hyundai Motor Way’ strategy at the June 21 ‘2023 CEO Investor Day’ in Seoul.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// These States Fine People For Owning Electric Cars
Some states are requiring electric vehicle owners to pay extra registration fees as part of a move to recoup lost revenue on gas taxes.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Long-wheelbase ID. Buzz at VW Bus Festival
Hollywood star Ewan McGregor (Star Wars, Trainspotting) will present the long-wheelbase ID. Buzz electric bus at the VW Bus Festival in Hanover (June 23-25).
// Chance to share knowledge
Conference organisers keen to hear presentation ideas about future transport for T-Tech 2023.
// Ford Australia slashes workforce by 400 roles
Ford Australia has made 400 staff redundant as part of the global company’s job-cutting onslaught.
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- Life-sized Tamiya Wild One MAX finally launching soon
- Clean car changes for PHEVs
- Check your tyres: you might be adding unnecessary microplastics to the environment
- NZAI to change name to 2 Cheap Cars Group
- Carlos Ghosn sues Nissan for over $1 billion
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