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// New Subaru Forester hybrid pricing, specification for NZ revealed
New lineup split evenly between petrol and hybrid models. Hybrid electric motor increased from 12kW to 90kW.
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// Ute set for Fieldays debut
Terron 9 will take “toughness, intelligence and performance to the next level”. LDV New Zealand will unveil its “segment stimulating” Terron 9 to the Kiwi public for the first time at Fieldays later this month.
- AutoTalk says LDV NZ to reveal Terron 9 ute at Fieldays
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STATS WEEK
// New vehicle registrations for May similar to April
A total of 10,251 new vehicles were registered in May, up by just 65 units compared with May last year. The Motor Industry Association (MIA) is suggesting a stabilisation in monthly demand. That said, total new vehicle sales for the year of 51,621 represents a three percent decline compared with the same period in 2024.
// Used imports soar 73.4%
Number of second-hand vehicles coming into the country rose last month as volume of new units fell. There were 8,517 used passenger vehicles imported last month, a jump of 73.4 per cent from April when 4,912 units crossed our borders.
// NZ new-vehicle sales May: it’s a Ranger versus RAV4 world
In the wake of the reveal of a brand-new Toyota RAV4, the current model (dating back to 2019) remains New Zealand’s number-one selling vehicle year-to-date.
// Sales numbers ‘cause for optimism’
MIA sees encouraging signs for industry as monthly figures for new-vehicle registrations stabilise. Registrations of new vehicles came in at 10,251 last month, 65 units higher than in May 2024.
// Ford closing the gap to Toyota in NZ’s most popular car battle
The Ford Ranger continues to take small bites out of the Toyota RAV4’s lead as the two nameplates square off over the honour of being New Zealand’s best-selling car.
// New car market stabilises but still soft according to MIA
New vehicle registrations in New Zealand for May 2025 totalled 10,251 units—an increase of just 65 vehicles compared to May 2024, suggesting a stabilisation in monthly demand after a period of softer results.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// BYD New Zealand expands network after long-term deal confirmed
Ateco Automotive New Zealand has confirmed it is expanding its BYD dealer and service network across the country, following the signing of a long-term agreement to distribute the Chinese brand locally earlier this year.
// Auto lending picks up as consumer credit trends improve
Vehicle lending activity is on the rise, with auto loans increasing modestly and credit demand in the wider consumer market showing signs of recovery, according to the latest May Credit Indicator from Centrix.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Top Selling Electric Vehicle Brands Worldwide in April — Hot Geely Beats Tesla
Geely continues riding high in its quest to challenge BYD’s domination and surpass Tesla on the way. With a strong portfolio of models in China, and now making its first steps in export markets, Geely has secured another record performance in April, delivering 94,510 units. That allowed it to even surpass Tesla.
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