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// Volvo EX30 revealed as brand’s smallest SUV ever
You may have to squint to see it as Volvo has just revealed its smallest SUV ever, the EX30.
- Driven says Volvo reveals its smallest, cheapest, fastest and most eco-conscious EV yet
- Stuff Motoring says Volvo’s new EV is the eco SUV you’ve been waiting for
- EVs and Beyond says Video: Electric Volvo EX30 unveiled
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// Automotive arrears climb
Proportion of consumers missing payments on vehicle loans has grown from 3.6 per cent to 5.2 per cent in the space of a year.
- AutoTalk says Vehicle loan arrears rising
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// New compact Subaru SUV treks across the lifestyle market
Subaru’s compact XV SUV has been redeveloped as the Crosstrek and for the New Zealand market
// Tesla launches its own used car ‘cash for clunkers’ scheme
The UK arm of electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla has decided that it cannot wait for the local government to implement a scrappage scheme for used vehicles;
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// PHEV drivers don’t plug in so often, and EPA is adjusting to it
The EPA is adapting emissions rules to the idea that in real-world use, plug-in hybrid drivers aren’t plugging in as much as assumed.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// New Hyundai Kona first NZ appearance at Fieldays
The new Hyundai Kona makes its first New Zealand appearance at National Fieldays in Mystery Creek, Hamilton, from June 14-17.
// Local distributor sold to UK firm
Kiwi company responsible for importing LDV and SsangYong vehicles enters into agreement with Inchcape.
// All-electric BMW on the beat
Police to test battery electric vehicles in five locations as it seeks to slash emissions from its fleet.
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- Alpine pays tribute to Le Mans with special edition A110 R
- Electro Mobility Summit agenda released
- Caterham teases electric concept called Project V
- Minister faces shares inquiry
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