HOT TOPIC
// BYD Atto 3 hits 500 deliveries
“Extraordinary demand” has seen BYD Atto 3 deliveries reach 500 in three months.
- AutoCar says BYD has already sold 500 Atto 3s in NZ
HOT TOPIC
// New Mercedes-AMG C 63 revealed with four-cylinder
The day has finally come when we are greeted with a Mercedes-AMG C 63 that no longer features a V8 under the bonnet. But that doesn’t necessarily mean it has less power.
- Stuff Motoring says Mercedes-AMG debuts the mental new C 63 E Performance
HOT TOPIC
// Video: Electric seaglider flys
An electric seaglider prototype has successfully completed its maiden flight, says New Zealand-based Ocean Flyer which wants to bring 25 of them here.
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BEST OF THE REST
// A Ranger EV? Internal combustion still the right choice for most customers, says Ford
Ford’s global executives have reaffirmed that the Blue Oval doesn’t just intended to persist with diesel and petrol-powered Rangers in its International Markets Group (which includes New Zealand) in the years ahead – it’s also actively looking for opportunities to expand Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) technology.
// BMW still isn’t totally convinced by battery electric
BMW is still holding reservations about the big push into EVs, as Europe prepares to go battery over the next decade.
INTERNATIONAL EV NEWS
// The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming reality
The world’s first Tesla solar neighborhood is becoming a reality in Austin, where Tesla is deploying solar roofs and Powerwall in a brand-new development.
IN OTHER NEWS
// New Mitsubishi ASX wears a familiar face
Mitsubishi Motors has revealed its new ASX compact SUV which looks remarkably similar to the Renault Captur.
// New face at finance company
Elaine Owen is now a member of Avanti Finance’s senior executive team as head of product and markets.
// This MX-5 barchetta restomod offers fun for one
The Mazda MX-5 has been a canvas for tuners, racers, and enthusiasts alike, with Gorgona Cars being the latest to paint its vision of the car.
// Fake plate sales taken down
Listings for counterfeit vehicle certification plates removed after New Zealand transport officials raise concerns with overseas website.
// AA launches South Island first
Special vehicle removes the need to call for a tow truck if technicians can’t get broken-down cars started again.
ONE LINERS
- Special edition V7 celebrates Moto Guzzi’s 101st birthday
- FMG awarded for car insurance customer service
- Turners Cars officially opens two more branches
- Toyota, Kawasaki pool efforts to build, promote hydrogen engines
HELPFUL RESOURCES
// NZ Car Dealers Private Facebook Group
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// Current National New Car Deals
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// Clean Car Discount / Fee Finder
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