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// Leaked: BYD electric ute coming in late 2023
Chinese automaker BYD is entering new territory, with leaked patent images suggesting the launch of its first-ever ute model by the end of 2023.
- AutoCar says BYD’s new electric ute leaked in new patent images
HOT TOPIC
// CCD chop on horizon
The clean car discount (CCD) looks certain to be gone by the end of the year with the National Party set to lead a coalition government after its success in the general election at the weekend.
- AutoCar says EV discounts and ‘ute tax’ to be scrapped by December
- AutoTalk says Clean Car Discount and ‘ute tax’ set to be axed under new Govt
- Stuff Motoring says Electric vehicle rebate and ‘ute tax’ set to be killed off in December
- EVs and Beyond says EV rush may temporarily slow
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BEST OF THE REST
// This electric Toyota Hiace concept hints at future production model
One of the most popular vans in New Zealand is going electric, with Toyota set to debut its Hiace BEV Concept at this month’s Japan Mobility Show.
IN OTHER NEWS
// Suzuki S-Cross Hybrid arrives for NZ market
The Suzuki S-Cross Hybrid crossover SUV is launching in New Zealand — the brand’s largest passenger car model available in either two-wheel drive or optional part-time Allgrip all-wheel drive.
// BMW NZ has record BEV sales
BMW Group New Zealand has recorded growth across the board in the first nine months of 2023, notably in registrations of its fully electric vehicles.
// Group names new GM
The Miles Group has announced the appointment of Mark Milligan as the new general manager of Archibald’s in Christchurch.Milligan, pictured, has been part of the group for more than 17 years having first joined Miles Continental in Christchurch as a sales specialist.
// Stats show dealers ‘missing out’
Nearly one-third of stock at dealerships across the country remains underpriced and businesses risk losing out on $2,105 in profit margin per unit, according to Apexdealerdata.com.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Toyota FT-3e SUV Concept Teased To Preview Next-Gen EVs
There’s also a glimpse of a Supra-like two-door electric coupe.
// Mercedes-Benz Crashed The EQS SUV And EQA Head-On, Here’s What Happened
It’s a positive step forward in taking road safety in relation to EVs more seriously.
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- Potential Toyota MR2 revival could get GR Corolla engine: report
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- VW delivers 45% more EVs in first nine months
- Marque becomes expo partner
- The EV rebate is (almost) dead. These EVs have the biggest discounts
- Ferrari Roma Spider first drive: a topless traffic-stopper
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