HOT TOPIC
// Porsche 911 hybrid debuts soon
Electrification is coming for the Porsche 911 with a hybrid version debuting soon.
- Driven says Porsche 911 hybrid to be revealed next week: it’s all about performance, not economy
- Stuff Motoring says Porsche confirms hybrid 911 will debut before the end of the month
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// Toyota Prius bags 2024 World Car Design of the Year award
The Toyota Prius has been awarded the prestigious 2024 World Car Design of the Year.
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IN OTHER NEWS
// Mercedes-Benz appoints new chief executive for Australia and NZ
A dual citizen of Mexico and the United States, Jamie Cohen, 59, has been appointed the new chief executive of Mercedes-Benz Australia Pacific Pty Ltd and Mercedes-Benz New Zealand Ltd, based in Melbourne.
// Kiwis favour hybrids over EVs
Survey reveals charging range anxiety remains biggest concern among consumers.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Subaru Is Teaming Up With Toyota On 3 More Electric SUVs
Three more electric Subies should hit the market by 2026. The company says four in-house-developed EVs will arrive by 2028.
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- BYD Seal X: Ocean-M hot hatch concept heads into production
- South Canterbury EV chargers open
- Volvo will use mega-casting for future EVs
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