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// Ford New Zealand Appoints New MD
Annaliese Atina is the new Managing Director of Ford New Zealand, taking over from Simon Rutherford.
- AutoTalk says One NZ exec picked to head Ford New Zealand
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// Honda Australia VP appointed to New Zealand board
The newly promoted vice president of Honda Australia Pty Ltd, Carolyn McMahon has also been appointed to the board of Honda New Zealand.
- AutoFile says New director for Honda NZ
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// Shrinking used ICE fleet serves as a warning to UK and NZ dealers
Used car dealers in the United Kingdom are advised that as the ICE car park ages year-on-year, they can enhance their stock mix by embracing hybrid and EV models.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Pop-up dealership for MG
Hamilton company seeks to test market in satellite town and provide service option for existing customers in the area.
// Spending on vehicles drops
Last month’s total was the lowest it has been since September 2022, according to new figures.
// A third Polestar 3 model is due this year
The two-model Polestar 3 line-up is set to expand with a new entry-level single-motor long-range model.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Genesis to build first full-size luxury electric SUV next year to rival Cadillac, Range Rover
Genesis expects its first full-size electric SUV to have a big impact on the brand as it looks to outpace luxury rivals.
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- Collecting Cars April 2024 auction results: Japanese legends and a quirky classic in NZ
- NZTA to cut more than 120 positions
- Kia has given the EV6 a bigger battery and an angrier face
- Polestar 3 and Polestar 4 SUVs: what’s the difference anyway?
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