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// Kia’s competitor for Ranger and Hilux due Q3 2025
Kia’s first body-on-frame 4×4 double cab ute, the Tasman, will take on the Ford Ranger and Toyota Hilux in the Australasian markets from the third quarter of 2025.
- AutoFile says Wraps come off Tasman
- Driven says Kia Tasman reveal, part 1: the world’s best Kia ute is bound for NZ
- Stuff Motoring says Deep dive: Why does Kia’s new ute look so different?
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// New CEO for Drive Electric
Key figure behind growth of rideshare company in New Zealand takes charge of not-for-profit.
- EVs and Beyond says Brian Dewil is Drive Electric’s new chief executive
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// Xiaomi SU7 Ultra quicker than Taycan Turbo GT?
Chinese firm Xiaomi has revealed the SU7 Ultra. It’s being touted as a Taycan Turbo GT rival thanks to a 1138kW output from its tri-motor powertrain.
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// Hyundai Ioniq 9 three-row electric SUV teased, launch imminent
Hyundai has officially teased the upcoming Ioniq 9, a three-row electric SUV set for its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November.
- EVs and Beyond says Hyundai Ioniq 9 teased
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// BHP to trial prototype Hilux double cab BEV
Toyota Australia and mining company Broken Hill Proprietary (BHP) will trial a prototype Hilux double cab battery electric vehicle (BEV) for about a year from late November 2024.
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// Video: Cadillac confirms Lyriq-V performance EV coming here
The 2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V is the first electric SUV to get the V-Series badge, says Cadillac.
// Experienced financier to drive credit strategy at MTF Finance
MTF Finance has announced the appointment of Zoe Anderson as its new chief credit officer, effective January 2025.
// SUCCESS IN USED IMPORTS BRED SUCCESS IN NEW VEHICLES
The family-owned and managed Morrison Motor Group in Christchurch will celebrate its 20th anniversary in business on October 16, 2024.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Scout Motors Reservations Are Overwhelmingly For The ‘Harvester’ EREV
The Scout Traveler EREV has the attention of Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler owners.
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- Shanghai showroom visit inspires Lotus Auckland brand manager
- Monash University releases 2024 Australian used car safety ratings
- 911 Carrera T updated, cabrio model added
- Ancient, left-to-rot Mercedes-Benz sells for millions
- Ford generates hype for all-electric Ranger due in 2027
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