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// Skoda Vision 7S reveals e-mobility focus
Skoda’s latest EV shows the Czech brand’s new design language and new logo. The Vision 7S SUV is a herald of change and highlights a focus on e-mobility, says Skoda.
- AutoCar says Skoda shows off new brand look with Vision 7S
- Driven says This is what a Skoda Kodiaq BEV might look like – but you can see Enyaq in NZ now
- Stuff Motoring says Skoda gets a makeover
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// Top-spec electric MG4 hatchback to get 330kW
The MG4 electric hatchback, which is highly tipped to launch in Australia in the first half of next year, hinting at a New Zealand launch, may arrive with a 330kW range-topper.
// Ram 1500 pick-up recalled over steering issue
Ram Trucks New Zealand has issued a recall notice for its full-sized 2022 1500 pick-up relating to an issue with the model’s steering module.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// Rivian Electric Trucks Have Been Driving Through Tons Of Water
A couple of weeks ago, someone posted a video on YouTube of a Rivian RT1 launching a boat in Bear Lake, Idaho.
// Updated Tesla Semi Photos Show The Truck In More Detail
Elon Musk revealed earlier this month that deliveries of the long-range version of the Tesla Semi would begin by the end of 2022,
IN OTHER NEWS
// BYD unveils warship name-inspired Corvette 07 SUV
At the recent 2022 Chengdu Auto Show in China, BYD unveiled a new medium-sized plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV, interestingly called the Corvette 07.
// VW upskilling workforce for EV era
Volkswagen is investing 21 million euros in upskilling its workforce as it moves to become a leading supplier for sustainable mobility solutions.
// Toyota has uphill battle amid falling production rates
Japanese giant Toyota is still yet to reach the light at the end of the supply shortage tunnel, with the marque confirming it has once again fallen short of its production targets.
// Tesla autopilot is getting confused
The latest beta version of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) software is causing issues for owners with the electric vehicles now stopping sooner than they should due to the size difference of a stop sign.
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- Toyota Yaris Cross gets GR treatment
- Ticket sales open for Fieldays 2022
- Princess Diana’s Ford Escort auctioned: 25th anniversary of her death
- Hyundai pulls out 1980s classics for new Netflix movie: Seoul Vibe
- Buffett’s company trims its stake in Chinese EV maker BYD
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