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// Meet Suzuki NZ’s new CEO
Gary Collins promoted into company’s top role vacated by Tom Peck.
- AutoCar says Suzuki New Zealand Appoints New CEO and Executive Team
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// A new V12 Aston flagship is in the wings
Aston Martin is releasing a new V12 twin-turbo powerplant it says will “shift the ultra-luxury paradigm”.
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// Industry farewells Sir Colin Giltrap at family service
The Holy Trinity Cathedral in Parnell, Auckland, was almost at total seating capacity on May 1, as members of the automotive and motorsport communities gathered
IN OTHER NEWS
// 2024 Mitsubishi Pajero Sport: a minor refresh before a major update
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport rolls into 2024 with a modest refresh, featuring updates to the mid-size SUV’s exterior and interior.
// Look out Toyota? Cut-price hybrid SUV cops updates
Amid all the discussion around new manufacturers entering New Zealand’s new-car market, one under-the-radar brand that has kicked some serious goals is Chinese carmaker Haval.
// Agency driving services into app
Kiwis asked to put beta version of new platform featuring driver licence and vehicle details through its paces.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Prototype test drive: Lucid Gravity might defy segments
A short drive suggests that the Lucid Gravity won’t be like any other three-row electric SUV.
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- Heartland seals $127m deal
- How do you test an EV’s durability? Drive one to the Sahara Desert
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