HOT TOPIC
// Toyota’s manual Supra revealed
People complained, and, for once, Toyota listened. The carmaker revealed the look of their new manual Supra yesterday evening.
- AutoTalk says Stay of execution for manual gearbox in 2022 GR Supra
- Driven says Manual-equipped Toyota GR Supra confirmed for New Zealand
- Stuff Motoring says The Toyota Supra is getting a manual transmission
HOT TOPIC
// The new Porsche 911 Sport Classic: Back to the future
The new 911 Sport Classic is the second of four collector’s items that Porsche has presented from its Heritage Design strategy.
- Stuff Motoring says The ducktail is back with the new Porsche 911 Sport Classic
HOT TOPIC
// Ford confirms Everest line-up and specification
Ford New Zealand has confirmed the 2022 Everest will be available in three variants and will…
- Stuff Motoring says Ford Everest to get Ranger’s new turbo diesel V6
SPONSORED BY AUTOHUB
// Vehicle Shipping and Logistics Experts
Autohub has been recognised as one of the world’s best motor vehicle logistics companies, offering the easiest way to import and export your vehicle, wherever you are in the world. We transport your vehicle securely and efficiently, delivering it straight to your door.
BEST OF THE REST
// NZ pricing for INEOS Grenadier confirmed
Pricing for the INEOS Grenadier has been announced, with the cheapest 4×4 starting at $95,000.
// Updated Jeep Compass arrives in NZ, pricing confirmed
Ateco Group NZ has confirmed that Jeep’s updated Compass crossover will arrive next month, bringing revised spec, looks, pricing, new trim levels, and more.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS // TODAY’S BEST STORIES
// Common Myths About Electric Cars, And How To Debunk ‘Em
The enemies of electric cars are out in full force — every hour of every day, a flood of FUD pours forth, not only on the sewers of Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn,
// EV Smart Charging Can Further Reduce Emissions: New Report
EVs don’t produce tailpipe emissions, but charging isn’t emission-free.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Lotus unveils its future to global dealer conference
New Zealand’s Lotus dealer was among the 300 delegates at the brand’s first global retailer conference…
// No end in sight to feebate problems
Minister of Transport says issues with clean car discounts are “isolated cases”.
// Marque celebrates top dealers
Mercedes-Benz NZ recognizes achievements in tough times.
// Mirais on City Hop fleet in New Zealand: Toyota shares hydrogen love
Toyota New Zealand has commenced what it says is “the first commercial application of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in NZ”: a car-sharing programme with eight prominent Kiwi companies.
ONE LINERS
- Porsche’s color configuration app lets you choose any Porsche in any color
- Ford loses US$3.1 billion, hit by investment and chip shortage
- China grants first driverless taxi permits to Baidu, Pony.ai
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.