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// GMSV and Mad Mike go Silverad-ical
GMSV has joined forces with Mad Mike, providing him with a new Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty truck for towing duties and general use.
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// Toyota tests BEV ute before Thailand production
Toyota is testing its battery electric vehicle (BEV) Hilux ute to assess its performance in different conditions before manufacturing it in Thailand by the end of 2025.
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// Ford CEO assures Mustang’s ICE future, casts doubt on EVs
In an industry increasingly leaning towards electric vehicles (EVs) as the future of transportation, Ford chief executive Jim Farley offers a refreshing and somewhat controversial perspective.
// Balclutha Nissan wins 2023 Elite Dealer Excellence Award
Rural dealership Balclutha Nissan has been awarded the brand’s 2023 Elite Dealer Excellence Award.
// Honda New Zealand confirms new appointments, and HR-V launch
Honda New Zealand has appointed Matthew Fong as its new deputy GM of Sales and Frances Fan as its new deputy GM of Retail.
// Teletrac Navman launches ‘EV Evaluator’
Helping fleets transition from internal combustion engine (ICE) to electric is part of a new set of tools released by connected mobility solutions provider Teletrac Navman.
// Mazda’s popular RAV4 rival set to go hybrid
Mazda has confirmed that it’s ever-popular CX-5 will finally get a hybrid when its next generation debuts.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// The Chevrolet Camaro Could Return As A $34,995 Pony EV: GM President
The Camaro EV will have four doors and a non-crossover shape if GM President Mark Reuss has his way.
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- Screaming biturbo V8 for Huracan replacement
- ‘Plug and Save’ EV fast charge network starts
- Evnex gets investment to fuel expansion
- Turners CEO Hunter praised for commitment to DEI
- VIA webinar recording on Automotive Employment NZ
- JLR supplies VIP guest transport to Park Hyatt Auckland
- Buyer packages for EVs
- Toyota NZ proud to support RYDA road safety education
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