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// Most popular used imports unchanged
Toyota and Mazda dominate the models’ ladder again in another slow month for the market.
- AutoTalk says Suzuki leads slow passenger market
- AutoFile says Dealer numbers drop further
- AutoTalk says Another slow month for imports
- AutoFile says Suzuki’s swift rise to top
- AutoFile says Ranger leapfrogs rival
- AutoFile says New-vehicle sales drop
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// Keith Andrews brings Ram and Jeep to Northland
Northlanders looking to purchase a new Ram truck or Jeep will no longer need to travel to Auckland to do so, following the addition of the two brands to the Keith Andrews Whangarei dealership.
- AutoCar says Keith Andrews brings RAM and Jeep to Northland
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// Kiwis can now control their BYD via a smartphone app
BYD has today released a helpful new app for its Kiwi customers, allowing Atto 3 owners to control their vehicle all from the touch of a button on their smartphone.
- EVs and Beyond says BYD app launches
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// Peugeot updates 508 with new face and plug-in power
Peugeot has given the 508 a sprucing up, including a new nose, updated cabin and a new plug-in hybrid powertrain.
// Study finds that tyres and brakes emit more particles than exhausts
A new study by Imperial College London has found that car tyres and brakes produce more particle pollution than exhaust gasses.
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// Guiding Principles For EV Battery Recycling Policy
Electrifying our transportation system is essential for mitigating emissions that cause climate change and adverse health impacts. This electrification will require a lot more…
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Aussie Spartan supercars go on sale in Europe
This is what you drive when exotic supercars start to feel boring.
// Evnex expands to Australia
Christchurch’s Evnex is expanding its charging network across Australasia, poised to make significant inroads into the Australian market focusing on homes with EVs and solar power systems.
// Royal treatment for Fonterra’s new electric truck
Volvo Trucks NZ had the opportunity to share news about its recently launched electric truck to Sweden’s Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel during a special visit.
// AT appoints new boss
Auckland Transport has announced the appointment of Dean Kimpton as its new chief executive.
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- BMW i7 limousine on trial with NZ Government: a new ride for Chris (we’re not sure which one yet)
- This Ford Sierra Cosworth just sold for over $1 million
- This Honda CR-V is powered by an IndyCar engine
- UBCO launches first Special Edition electric adventure motorcycle
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