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// Lamborghini Revuelto revealed as 1000hp hybrid beast
After months of teasers, the day has finally come where Lamborghini has unveiled its all-new Revuelto plug-in hybrid hypercar that makes just over an eye-watering 1000hp.
- Stuff Motoring says This is the mighty 1001-horsepower Lamborghini Revuelto
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// AA appoints Jenni Ryan as Chief Marketing Officer
The AA has appointed Jenni Ryan to the newly created role of Chief Marketing Officer to develop the Association’s Membership offer and build on the brand’s legacy as one of New Zealand’s most loved and trusted brands as it approaches its 120th year.
- AutoFile says New role at association
- AutoTalk says AA appoints Ryan as first chief marketing officer
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// Company listing on the cards?
Media report suggests Trade Me is considering relisting on the NZX and ASX next year.
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// Toyota NZ boss declares Clean Car Discount a fail: ‘surprise’ revamp coming
The boss of New Zealand’s number one car distributor says the Clean Car Discount (CCD) has been a “fail”.
// EU ICE sales ban set
Internal combustion engine (ICE) passenger car and light commercial van sales will be banned from 2035, the European Union (EU) member states decided at the EU Council, setting the pace for more EVs.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Aptera Fleet Order for 101 Solar EVs Aims To Grow To Over 100,000
For a company like Aptera to find success, it will likely have to secure many such fleet deals going forward.
// Toyota sees dynamic wireless charging enabling smaller batteries
An agreement with Electreon could lead to aftermarket wireless kits, factory options, and pilot projects with Toyota plug-in hybrids or EVs.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// New Mercedes-Benz CLA with 350kW charging
Mercedes-Benz plans to introduce its CLA four-door sedan under an “electric-first” strategy, possibly next year. A concept car previewing the 2025 EV is expected to debut at the 2023 International Motor Schow in Germany (Munich) September 5-10.
// Alleged fault reiterates no comeback for private buyers
A woman who bought a 2007 Nissan Skyline 350 GT used import in a private sale is facing a $3000 repair bill after an alleged fault in the car deployed the drivers airbag while she was driving at 100 km/h on the open road.
// Industry seeks green list support
VIA urges government to set up assessment criteria for overseas mechanics rather than relying only on formal qualifications.
// New law to stamp out anti competitive behaviour
The Commerce Commission has issued guidelines to help businesses in New Zealand to better understand its new market power test.
// Ranger gains wild edge
Limited-edition model coming to New Zealand puts extra focus on off-road capability.
ONE LINERS
- Audi unveils RS Q3 edition 10 years to celebrate anniversary
- Zooming with DRIVEN: Is the Cupra Born the first electric hot hatch?
- Nissan switching R32 GT-R to one-off EV
- Subaru hosts inaugural customer lifecycle services conference
- Your next BMW 3-Series will have a head-up display that’s as wide as the windscreen
- Video: ABB celebrates 90 years in NZ
- Electric cars: Industry pleas for Australia to follow in NZ’s footsteps
- EVs win Best COTY awards
- Flooded vehicle claims top 6,000
- Toyota gives an insight into the next decade
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