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// Honda ZR-V now on sale in New Zealand
Honda has a new SUV in its local ‘stores’ with the arrival of the ZR-V. That’s a new nameplate for Honda NZ, adding an SUV offering to the line up which has been missing the HR-V since late last year. On that Harvey note, its replacement is still a year…
- AutoTalk says Honda ZR-V hybrid launches to hot local demand
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// Have your say on manifesto
VIA seeks feedback from members as it seeks to put policies and future approach in writing.
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// Dealer fined $22K for non-disclosure of crash history
A car dealership faces a hefty fine of over $22,000 after neglecting to inform a customer that the vehicle they purchased had previously been declared a write-off due to a severe accident.
// Facebook bans US dealers from marketplace
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// 2023 Rivian R1S Gets Top Safety Pick+ Rating From IIHS
The all-electric SUV joins the R1T pickup in receiving the top-tier safety award.
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// Big battery update for Lexus UX300e
The UX300e battery is shifting from 54.3kWh to 72.8kWh, which increases the driving range by more than 40% to 450km under the WLTP standard.
// New low for dealer numbers
The traders register has been shrinking every month since June last year, with 15 dealers dropping off the list in April alone.
// Ford posts US$1.76B 1Q profit largely on gas-powered vehicles
Ford Motor Co. made US$1.76 billion last quarter, swinging into the black from a US$3.1 billion net loss for the same period a year ago.
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