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// Suzuki’s first fully electric vehicle is a Vitara
Suzuki has taken the wraps off its first fully battery-powered vehicle, the e-Vitara, coming with two battery options and four-wheel drive.
- AutoCar says Suzuki Reveals its First EV
- EVs and Beyond says Suzuki BEV launched
STAT WEEK
// Vehicle arrivals up in October
The number of new and used vehicles arriving at New Zealand ports in October 2024 saw a month-on-month increase of 2863 units with a total 16,409 units landing.
- AutoFile says Sales highlight ‘emerging trends’
- Stuff Motoring says These were the most popular new cars in October
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BEST OF THE REST
// More Sports Cars Coming from Toyota
Toyota has dropped the strongest hint yet that it is preparing to revive the MR2 and Celica.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Limited luxury for Subaru Forester
There is a new Subaru Forester on the horizon, though it’s still a way off yet for us in NZ.
// Vital support for rescue crew
Dealership hands over two new hybrid vehicles to Canterbury organisation that conducts more than 1,000 missions a year.
// Winners of Brake’s 2024 Australasian Fleet Champions Awards announced
Safety-conscious organisations from New Zealand and Australia have been recognised for working hard to reduce incidents involving at-work drivers and vehicles during the 10th annual Australasian Fleet Champions Awards.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Japan’s coolest looking electric cargo trike is now coming to the US
For years I’ve followed progress of the STREEK cargo trike, a fascinating-looking electric cargo carrier from Japan.
ONE LINERS
- EV expo to hit Christchurch with first major showing of anticipated electric SUV
- Tina from Turners wins Gold at The Effies for Sustained Success
- Help pick NZ’s favourite car
- Kia facelifts one of its most popular family SUVs
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