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// Ford NZ announces limited-edition Ranger Wildtrak X
Ford New Zealand has today announced the new off-road focussed Ranger Wildtrak X will land on our shores later this year, staking the claim as the bridge between the regular Wildtrak and Raptor.
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// Ford expects to lose $3 billion from EVs this year
Ford is preparing itself to take a big hit with regard to its electric vehicles (EVs) this year, claiming it…
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// New MTA websites arriving soon
The Motor Trade Association of New Zealand (MTA) says an all-new website and member portal will…
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// Hilux GR Sport breaks cover in Kiwiland at 10th anniversary Toyota Festival
Sporty truck and a very orange limited-edition GR 86 coupe revealed this weekend…
// National confirms it will scrap the ute tax
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Gogoro’s battery swap stations are designed to make electric scooter ownership more convenient and sustainable.
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// Refresh for ‘consistent performer’
New Kia Seltos is initially available in two specification levels.
// Manheim GM corrects 1News quoted figure
Manheim New Zealand general manager Andy Cox says the company has not received 8500 damaged vehicles following weather events in Auckland and Hawkes Bay as quoted by 1News.
// National Fieldays society elects first female president and board chair
For the first time in its 55-year history the New Zealand National Fieldays Society annual general…
// Opel New Zealand Q&A: alternative energy
We talk with Noah Robertson, Opel commercial manager, about the “Live Elektrisch” brand in NZ…
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