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// EVs for organisations
About $22.92 million has been allocated to 19 new decarbonisation projects across the state sector, including fleet electrification (nearly $12m).
- AutoFile says Extra EVs for state sector
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BEST OF THE REST
// EV giant BYD hits sales record
China’s EV giant you may or may not even be aware of continues to grow.
// Ram might be about to take on the Ford Ranger video
Ram is eyeing up a move into the ute market proper, with a smaller pickup to properly compete against the Hilux, Ranger and Triton.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS // TODAY’S BEST STORIES
// Still Waiting On The Next-Gen Tesla Roadster? It May Arrive Next Year
The Roadster debuted in 2017 and was planned for a 2020 launch. Now, reservations are reopened with a 2023 production target.
// Tesla’s Recycled Batteries: Almost 92% Reuse Of Raw Materials
Tesla’s recycled batteries have provided almost 92% of their original raw materials back to Tesla for future use, according to new information in Tesla’s 2021 Impact Report.
// Sold Out! Every EV Volkswagen Can Manufacture In 2022 Is Already Spoken For
Volkswagen says it has many more orders for electric cars than it can fill.
IN OTHER NEWS
// How future cars could have no brakes
Manufacturers could put a stop to technology that has been central to motoring since the dawn of the automobile…
// Feebates disrupt EV market
Industry figures reveal roller-coaster times for registrations of different
// Ford might allow you to rev your Mustang or EV from the key fob
The seventh-generation Ford Mustang might come with the option to be revved without needing a driver.
// Bosch investing big money into hydrogen
Bosch is investing half a billion euros into hydrogen electrolysis, which will help speed up green hydrogen adoption.
// Dealer group helping Kiwi kids
Company backs appeal to provide more than 5,000 youngsters with pyjamas.
ONE LINERS
- This tuned Mercedes-AMG GT R is one very powerful car!
- A collection of 27 rare cars up for auction after owner was arrested for drug trafficking
- Auckland climate change protestors take to deflating tyres of ‘gas-guzzlers’
- First airport for flying cars and drones open in Coventry, UK
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// Current National New Car Deals
Updated every Friday, here’s a complete list of current National deals for new cars, utes, and light commercials.
// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder
RightCar.govt.nz is the Government recommended website for rebate/fee information. Simply search from the Home page to find a vehicle’s rebate/fee.