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// Ferrari unveils first electric vehicle with Apple-inspired design
Ferrari has unveiled the Luce, the Italian supercar manufacturer’s first pure electric vehicle, featuring styling penned by Apple’s design agency and performance figures that make it the fastest-accelerating Ferrari ever built.
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// Another Chinese brand for Armstrong with commercial brand joining group
Armstrong’s has announced a strategic partnership with Chinese manufacturer Jiangling Motors Corporation Limited (JMC) to introduce a range of commercial vehicles to New Zealand, adding another Chinese brand to its portfolio that already includes Smart, Leapmotor, Dong Feng, BAIC and its Arcfox subsidiary.
- Autofile says JMC set for Kiwi market
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// MG MGS6 EV detailed in Australia ahead of NZ arrival
MG’s next premium electric SUV has been fully detailed at its Australian launch, providing a clear indication of what New Zealand buyers can expect when the MGS6 EV arrives locally.
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// Honda NZ open to rehoming heritage vehicles as Nelson site closes
Honda New Zealand says it is considering rehoming some vehicles from its heritage collection as the company prepares to close its longstanding Nelson facility and move distribution operations to Auckland.
// Vehicle import values up 16% in April
The value of imported vehicles, parts and accessories increased by $110 million or 16% in April compared with the same month last year, according to new figures from Stats NZ.
// SUV recalled over crash risk
Hyundai has issued a safety recall for its Tucson over a potential problem with the vehicle’s advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that may increase the risk of a crash.
// South Island clean sweep
Mainland has shone at the AA’s Auto Centre awards with Dunedin taking out the top gong overall.
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