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Suzuki e Vitara falls short of five stars in latest ANCAP test results
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Suzuki e Vitara falls short of five stars in latest ANCAP test results

ANCAP has released assessments for the new Suzuki e Vitara and Audi Q3, with revised ratings for the Audi A3, Cupra Leon, and Nissan Qashqai.

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GWM ORA 5: New electric SUV model set for NZ from $36,990
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GWM ORA 5: New electric SUV model set for NZ from $36,990

GWM announce a new small full electric SUV is coming to New Zealand with sharp pricing and updated technology.

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2026 GWM ORA 5 electric SUV arrives in NZ as brand targets EV growth
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2026 GWM ORA 5 electric SUV arrives in NZ as brand targets EV growth

The GWM ORA 5 has landed in New Zealand, positioned as one of the most affordable electric SUVs in NZ and undercutting key Chinese rivals.

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NZ new car sales June 2026: EVs surge as Tesla Model Y tops the charts
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NZ new car sales June 2026: EVs surge as Tesla Model Y tops the charts

The new car industry continues to grow, driven by strong demand for passenger cars and electrified vehicles, with battery-electric and plug-in hybrid models making up 38 per cent of registrations.

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Honda and Nissan close to announcing cooperation deal – report
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Honda and Nissan close to announcing cooperation deal – report

A merger is no longer on the table, but Honda and Nissan are close to deals that could see them jointly develop components, software and some vehicles.

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Google Maps gets Kiwi accent update with correct te reo Māori pronunciation
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Google Maps gets Kiwi accent update with correct te reo Māori pronunciation

Google says the AI-powered update speaks English with a Kiwi accent, and it welcomes user input to make it's Māori pronunciation better over time.

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BYD increases prices across New Zealand lineup, Atto 1 loses cheapest EV crown
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BYD increases prices across New Zealand lineup, Atto 1 loses cheapest EV crown

BYD has increased prices across its New Zealand lineup by between $1000 and $2000, marking the brand's first price rise in three years.

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McMurtry Spéirling PURE EV revealed with F1-rivalling performance for $2.3m
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McMurtry Spéirling PURE EV revealed with F1-rivalling performance for $2.3m

The production-ready McMurtry Spéirling PURE will deliver 2000kg of fan-generated downforce, 3g cornering performance, and a 1.55-second 0-97km/h sprint.

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2026 CarExpert Choice Awards: Best Ute
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2026 CarExpert Choice Awards: Best Ute

No vehicle has become more ingrained in Kiwi life than the dual-cab ute. Here's what we think are the best options on sale today.

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