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// Rimac Nevera becomes world’s fastest electric car
The Rimac Nevera has become the world’s fastest electric car in production after setting a top speed of 412kmh (256mph).
- Driven says Insane new $3m supercar sets world record
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// Fifth-gen Lexus RX going hybrid-only in New Zealand
Lexus NZ has announced that the freshly updated Lexus RX will only be available in electrified hybrid variants, offering enhanced efficiency and performance.
// National leader does U-turn, supports Clean Car Standard
National Party leader Christopher Luxon has reiterated his support for the upcoming Clean Car Standard, following a live television fracas.
// Clean car standard online hui
A series of webinars are being held by Waka Kotahi for importers to find out how new system will work.
// Leaked: Details of new BYD app, new V2L charger confirmed
BYD Atto 3 owners in New Zealand can look forward to receiving a new vehicle-to-load adapter and a new mobile app in the near future.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Lucid suggests Gravity will be the electric SUV range king
Lucid says that the three-row Gravity electric SUV will offer more range than any EV except the Lucid Air.
IN OTHER NEWS
// This is the new fifth-generation Toyota Prius
The fifth-generation Toyota Prius has been revealed today with a complete redesign and new-found focus on driving.
// Volta Trucks and Cake e-motorcycles doing last mile delivery hub
Volta Trucks and Cake electric motorcycles aim to further decarbonise and decongest city centre streets.
// CardSmart adds EV charging
Business to business (B2B) payment company CardLink is launching electric vehicle charging as a new feature on its CardSmart fuel card.
// Third low emission transport funding round successful applicants
The first marine project under the Low Emission Transport Fund (LETF) is among 11 projects getting $2.14 million funding.
// Mitsubishi dealers making the most of market opportunities
Simon Lucas Mitsubishi’s newly appointed general sales manager Sean Parrey says the brands 17% market share in New Zealand is attributable to relevant product and pricing as well as the excellent relationship between the distributor and its dealer network.
// CardSmart adds EV charging
Business to business (B2B) payment company CardLink is launching electric vehicle charging as a new feature on its CardSmart fuel card.
// North Harbour Ford scoops national first
North Harbour Ford’s service centre has been named as New Zealand’s first recipient among the national Ford franchised service base to be granted Ford Guest Experience Certification status.
// Jolt’s ‘carbon negative’ Clean Futures media programme
Australian free and fast EV charging company Jolt has announced what it says is an industry first carbon negative media programme called Clean Futures.
ONE LINERS
- Audi reveals new rings its cars will wear
- Porsche’s all-electric Macan could come with big power
- Electric truck stops will need as much power as a small town
- Profits soar for Mainfreight
- Citroen’s first plug-in model is nearly here
- Hundai, Wolksvagen or Telsa? The most misspelt car brands revealed
- UK company reveals range of ‘drop in’ EV kits for classic cars
- Video: Buy NZ Made showcases Evnex
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// Current National New Car Deals
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