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// Ford’s new Chinese-built Transit City electric van “under consideration” for New Zealand
Ford has unveiled the Transit City, a new all-electric van built in China with joint venture partner Jiangling Motors Corporation,
- EVs & Beyond says Ford Transit City electric van under consideration for NZ
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// MG targets semi-solid battery breakthrough for MG4 EV
Chinese-owned automotive brand MG Motor plans to introduce semi-solid-state battery technology to the European market by the end of 2026,
- AutoTrader says MG to take the lead in solid state battery tech?
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// Chery unveils ultra-fast charging battery
Chinese automotive group Chery has revealed a next-generation battery capable of delivering up to 500km of range in eight minutes,
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// Bishop outlines transport funding crisis amid fuel shock
Transport Minister Chris Bishop has outlined significant challenges facing New Zealand’s transport system, including a funding crisis that has seen
- AutoTalk says Govt outlines fuel rationing plan
- AutoTrader says How the Government will respond if fuel supply runs low
- AutoTalk says Tax changes passed to deliver $50 weekly fuel relief for families
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// Electric MGU9 ute closer to NZ following Australian update
The electric version of the MG’s U9 ute is a step closer to becoming a reality in Australasia, but MG New Zealand says there is nothing to confirm yet.
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// EVs double share of market
Sales of battery EVs (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) surged to one in five or 20 per cent of all new-vehicle registrations last week, according to data from the Ministry of Transport.
// Event showcases Kiwi creativity
New Zealand Design Week (NZDW) has wrapped up its biggest year yet with record attendances and international guests.
// Farizon V7E: fleet-focused EV van pricing revealed for New Zealand
Farizon has confirmed the V7E full electric van will be offered in New Zealand, targeting commercial operators looking to cut costs as fuel prices rise.
// Suzuki NZ navigates Clean Car Standard and rising fuel costs
Suzuki NZ was set to be hit disproportionally hard by the Clean Car Standard, however the arrival of its first EV and a spike in fuel prices offer opportunities
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// ‘Unless Things Change, We Will Not Survive’: Even Toyota Doesn’t Feel Safe Right Now
Even Toyota Doesn’t Feel Safe Right Now The auto industry is shifting fast, and without some major change, Toyota’s CEO can see the end of the road.
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- New Toyota Celica to get 2.0 turbo and AWD?
- Polestar increases recycled cobalt content in EV batteries
- Punishingly orange Porsche 911 pays tribute to a performance icon
- Corvette Grand Sport revealed plus a more powerful hybrid variant
- Jeep wheels out set of wild concepts for 2026 Easter Safari
- Michelin claim new ‘Energy’ tyres can boost EV range by up to 10%
- Volkswagen ID. Polo, ID. Polo GTI EV hatches leaked online ahead of reveal
- Skoda upgrades Elroq and Enyaq with smarter tech and new EV features
- Bentley expands bespoke interiors with jewellery-inspired detailing
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