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// Polestar 2 sells out, new orders open
Orders for the updated Polestar 2 have opened after strong demand saw current models sell out three weeks following New Zealand’s first Polestar Space opening at 58 Great South Road in Newmarket, Auckland.
- AutoCar says Polestar 2 updated and ready to order
- Stuff Motoring says Polestar tweaks the 2, including the price
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// ‘Difficult’ year for 2 Cheap’s owner
Profits drop after dealerships unable to operate for nearly one-third of the year.
- AutoTalk says 2 Cheap Cars owners report financial decline
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// Rivian introduces Soft Sand mode to its electric ute
The automaker announced it’ll issue an OTA update, adding a new drive mode specifically for soft sand…
// EV sales rocket but mineral constraints likely
EV demand is soaring but may be restricted by mineral supply issues and other constraints.
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// Volkswagen ID. Buzz For Hollywood — May The Force Be With You!
Dark side? Light side? The ID. Buzz gives you a choice.
// Anxiety The Problem, Not EV Range
A recent report from the United Kingdom highlights a maturing charging network and a reduction in range anxiety.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Updated SUV promises less drag
Skoda claims new Karoq is nine per cent more aerodynamic than its predecessor.
// Tesla Model 3 gets another Kiwi price increase
After having its prices increased twice in March Tesla has rolled out another price hike for the Model 3, New Zealand’s most popular new electric vehicle.
// Local pricing confirmed for Nissan Z, undercuts Toyota Supra
Nissan New Zealand has announced pricing for its new Z sports car, with the figure notably undercutting its Toyota GR Supra rival.
// WEL Networks joins smart grid group
An international knowledge-sharing partnership of distribution network operators and community energy enterprises and organizations has been officially launched
// Promising results for MTF
Finance company reports a half-year profit of $4.3 million as operational costs
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- Sean Connery’s Aston Martin DB5 is up for auction
- Free charging helps NZ and UK EV owners
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- North Shore dealer dominates Jaguar Land Rover awards
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// Current National New Car Deals
Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.
// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder
RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.