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// Kia EV3 NZ pricing revealed, EV4 makes local debut
The Kia EV4 sedan made a guest appearance and Kia New Zealand’s “EV Day” yesterday, with the Tesla Model 3 competitor taking centre stage between its SUV siblings, the small EV3 and medium EV5.
- EVs and Beyond says Video: Kia’s smallest EV making a big impression
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// BYD Seal hybrid wagon unveiled in China
The BYD Seal 06 DM-i plug-in hybrid wagon has been uncovered ahead of its official launch. It offers a more practical alternative to its sedan sibling.
IN OTHER NEWS
// New MY25 RAM 1500 arrives in NZ with twin-turbo power
The MY25 RAM 1500 will be here very soon, and while it’s no longer powered by a V8,
// Updated Model Y pricing confirmed
Tesla has officially confirmed the general production pricing for the new Model Y in New Zealand, with deliveries set to commence in June.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// EV battery recycling breakthrough recovers 99.99% of lithium
Such claims don’t always scale up, but it brings hope for an even higher rate of recovered lithium for new EV batteries—and less harm to the environment.
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- Toyota just revealed a plug-in hybrid wagon, and no, you can’t have it
- Audi TT could return as an all-electric sports car
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