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// Sales act changes on horizon
Tweaks to regulations mean applicants wanting to join traders register will need to provide extra details. Dealers are being reminded that a number of changes to the Motor Vehicle Sales Act 2003 will come into force from October 22.
- AutoTalk says Motor Vehicle Sales Act changes take effect October 22
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// Ebbett officially opens new showroom at The Base, Hamilton
Ebbett Automotive has officially opened its new concept store at The Base shopping centre in Te Rapa, creating a single destination for Geely, Zeekr and Farizon.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Boost for technician training
New website aims to fill “gap in the market” by blending practical automotive skills with essential technical theory.
// Polly the Pollinator hits the road with 120,000 friends
Volkswagen is doing its bit for pollination with a rather unique ID.Buzz van that is really leaning into its name.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Renault’s 555-HP Electric Hot Hatch Makes A Strong Case For In-Wheel Hub Motors
Renault’s upcoming 5 Turbo 3E electric rally for the road might be the most exciting EV you can buy, but it isn’t cheap.
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- 2026 Nissan Ariya gets sleeker look and smarter tech
- Runge unveils bespoke air cooled 5.3-litre flat-eight
- 2026 Corvette gains tech-focused cabin and connectivity upgrade
- Capricorn 01 Zagato revives the art of the analog supercar
- Mercedes-Benz ELF rewrites the rules of EV charging
- Chery Tiggo 9 for New Zealand: 315kW 7-seater with ‘ample room for the whole family’
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