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// Lotus Reveals Future Three-Seater Supercar
Packing 735kW, the latest Lotus concept in theory does 0-100km/h in under 2.5sec, en route to a top speed of 320km/h.
- Driven says Lotus Theory 1 concept previews brand’s tech renaissance
- Stuff Motoring says Lotus’ wild new concept looks like an electric McLaren F1
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// Government must return training into the hands of industry
A task force of 20 automotive industry organisations, led by the Motor Trade Association (MTA), has given the minister a blueprint of the future of automotive training in a post-Te Pῡkenga world.
- AutoFile says Taskforce calls for training overhaul
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// Peugeot E-3008 Now Offers 700km of Range
Peugeot’s long-range Peugeot E-3008 SUV features a 98kWh battery pack that enables 700km of range per charge.
IN OTHER NEWS
// E-Vali not ruled out, but PHEVs to lead BYD van plan
BYD New Zealand says plug-in hybrid drivetrains will make up the core of its van lineup in the future, but has not ruled out bringing in an electric van revealed in Europe.
// Mitsubishi steps up to defend the plug-in hybrid
Perspectives on plug-in hybrids can often be split down the middle.
// Brown Pushes Through Weaker Car Emissions Standards
Documents obtained by 1 News indicate that transport Minister Simeon Brown weakened carbon emissions standards to meet the car industry’s clean car standards demands.
// VIA reminder on compliance
Association’s members and wider industry advised about process for class changes.
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INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// EV Batteries Can Outlast A Vehicle’s Lifetime With Minimal Degradation, Study Finds
The battery degradation rate in modern EVs has gone down by almost a quarter in the past five years.
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- Ford’s most powerful Mustang yet delivers 608kW, hits 325km/h
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- Stock woes as EV sales slump
- Toyota secures government approval for solid-state battery production
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