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// Mercedes reveals electric EQE SUV twins

Mercedes-Benz has expanded its all-electric EQ range this week with the EQE SUV and the high-performance AMG EQE 53.

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// New Nissan Qashqai scores five-star safety rating

The new Nissan Qashqai has been awarded a five-star safety rating courtesy of the Australasian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP).

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// Toyota Yaris recalled, hybrid system can ‘shut down’

Toyota New Zealand has issued a recall for its popular Yaris Hybrid over an issue that can potentially result in the hybrid system in certain vehicles shutting down.

// Medium SUVs lead the way

Motor Industry Association statistics show two SUV segments taking out first and second place for sales.

INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS

// Could rooftop wind give rooftop solar a run for its money?

Aeromine Technologies claims that its new rooftop bladeless wind energy unit provides the same amount of power as up to 16 solar panels.

IN OTHER NEWS

// Plugged in for value

Driveway prices for new MG ZS EV means “best value” in New Zealand, says marque. MG Motor New Zealand has staged the official debut of its new ZS EV on Kiwi shores.

// Video: ABB and Z Energy power up customers

Z Energy is working with ABB to provide EV charging for customers at some of its nearly 200 service stations and 160 truck stops.

// Tower lifts profit expectations for financial year

Ahead of the release of its full results for the financial year to September 30, 2022, Tower Insurance has announced that it expects profits to be higher than previously expected.

// Sales and rental boost

Tourism company reports vehicle sales are continuing to perform well in New Zealand from a margin perspective.

// Counties Energy applies EV charger fees and establishes chargers at Mercer

EV drivers have a new super-fast charging option with the launch of two new Counties Energy chargers at Mercer on the Waikato Expressway.

// Top Panigale tweaked for 2023

Ducati has unleashed its latest Panigale V4 R, about as close as (well heeled) folk can get to owning their own WSBK machine.

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// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group

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// 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.