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// Driver testing officer sacked
VTNZ employee dismissed after changing test result, while Serious Fraud Office looks into bribery claims at another branch.
- AutoTalk says VTNZ driver testing issues continue; SFO involved
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// AllNest Luxury: new company offers Kiwis ‘fractional ownership’ of a prestige car
AllNest Luxury, a new automotive company in New Zealand, is claiming to “transform the way people experience luxury-car ownership” by using a “tech-enabled platform for fractional ownership”.
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// New Couriers hit showrooms
Ford NZ says two latest models with advanced technology will help cater for consumers’ diverse demands.
// Former Ford New Zealand boss Corey Holter retires
Corey Holter, former managing director of Ford New Zealand, has announced his retirement after 29 years with the brand.
// Residents revolt over ‘silly’ electric vehicle ban
A North Shore retirement village has banned new residents from bringing electric vehicles to the property, sparking a dispute with 47 residents who have labelled the policy “silly” and “unreasonable”.
// Minister eyes modern RUC system
New bill progresses plans to replace petrol tax for light vehicles and introduces tolling changes.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Breakthrough Device Promises To Cut Charging Times And Boost EV Range
In independent testing, the Dectravalve showed it can slash the charging time from 30 minutes to roughly 10 minutes.
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