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// Chinese carmaker claims 1,500km range from new solid-state battery by 2027
Chinese carmaker Changan says it is developing a solid-state battery capable of delivering more than 1,500km of driving range.
- AutoTrader says Chinese company claims its new solid state battery can provide over 1,500km of driving range
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// BAIC kicks off local sales with strong pricing and a launch offer
BAIC, the latest Chinese brand to set up shop here has revealed its local pricing, with seven dealerships and UDC as a finance partner.
- AutoTalk says BAIC launches in New Zealand with X55 and B30 SUVs
- Stuff says New carmaker BAIC confirms pricing for first NZ models
- Driven Car Guide says BAIC models to come for NZ: luxury Arcfox brand, plug-ins and even a new ute
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// Used sales boost profit
The Colonial Motor Company recorded a trading profit after tax of $10.4 million for the six months up to December 31, 2025.
- AutoTalk says Colonial Motor lifts half-year profit to $10.4m
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Armstrong’s Distribution CEO Simon Rutherford has confirmed Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brand ArcFox will launch in New Zealand, with arrival details to follow.
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// Opel set to depart New Zealand market after just four years
The local distributor of German carmaker Opel is set to drop the marque from its portfolio just four years after the brand was relaunched in New Zealand.
// Government pursues long-term energy deals to boost generation
The Government is seeking to leverage public sector energy demand to drive new generation projects and increase national supply.
// Hiringa deploys mobile hydrogen refuelling site in Christchurch
Green hydrogen company Hiringa Energy has deployed a temporary mobile refuelling site in Hornby, Christchurch.
// Kiwi-founded autonomous driving firm Wayve raises $1.5b
London-based autonomous driving company Wayve, co-founded by New Zealand engineering graduate Alex Kendall, has secured $1.5 billion to accelerate the development of its technology.
// Dealership’s swift rise to top
North Shore business big winner at Audi NZ awards despite only opening in 2024.
// Marque offers ‘hybrid reinvented’
The model-year 2026 X-Trail with design enhancements, advanced technology features and interior refinements is now available at dealerships.
// Updates for ‘Kiwi favourite’
Blue oval announces details of refreshed SUV as popular model undergoes strategic shift.
// Mercedes-Benz Auckland to host another Classics and Collectables Open Day
Mercedes-Benz Auckland has confirmed the return of its Classics and Collectables Open Day for 2026, held for the first time in March 2025.
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