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// GWM Cannon Alpha now has a price on its head
The Cannon Alpha double-cab ute from GWM now has a price to its name, re
- AutoTalk says GWM Cannon Alpha specifications and pricing comfirmed
- Driven says GWM Cannon Alpha: pricing confirmed for NZ’s first full hybrid ute
- Stuff Motoring says GWM’s hybrid ute set to arrive with huge value
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// We get an early taste of the Jaecoo J7 before it lands in NZ
The Jaecoo J7 is going to be the first model in Chinese manufacturer Omoda Jaecoo’s SUV sub-brand to land on our shores when it arrives sometime in the next few months.
- AutoCar says Omoda is the fastest growing car brand globally
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// Workforce focus of industry webinar
Guest speaker to provide overview of challenges facing sector during association’s monthly online event.
- AutoTalk says VIA webinar May 14
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// Skoda Enyaq RS Race teased as new electric race car
Skoda Auto recently released the first sketches of its new concept vehicle, the Enyaq RS Race, which promises to blend motorsport thrills with the brand’s commitment to sustainability.
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// Mid-2025 launch for Geely Auto in Australia?
A LinkedIn job advertisement for a marketing director based in Sydney has confirmed a significant move by Geely Auto, as it unveils plans to launch into the Australian market.
// ChargeNet unaffected by Tritium situation
ChargeNet has Tritium EV chargers across its network but ChargeNet chief executive Danusia Wypych says ChargeNet manages its own maintenance units.
// More than 20k passenger car arrivals in April
The numbers of new and used vehicles arriving on New Zealand ports in April 2024 saw a month-on-month decline in April with total of 20,823 units landing, the latest New Zealand Customs motor vehicle data shows.
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// Kia EV9 DC Fast Charging Test Confirms Outstanding Speed
The car can replenish up to roughly 200 miles of range in about 24 minutes.
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- Lexus wins luxury battle
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