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2027 Lexus NX facelift goes hybrid only, features ES-inspired interior
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2027 Lexus NX facelift goes hybrid only, features ES-inspired interior

Five years on from its launch, the second-gen Lexus NX has been given a significant mid-life update with revised styling, a new dash, and upgraded drivetrains.

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Universal RUCs could be years away, says Transport Minister
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Universal RUCs could be years away, says Transport Minister

The Government’s plan to move all light vehicles onto road user charges is unlikely to happen before a second term, with design and privacy issues still to be worked through.

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Toyota to build next-gen Lexus electric SUV in China – report
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Toyota to build next-gen Lexus electric SUV in China – report

Toyota will build its next-generation Lexus EV in China before Japan, marking a major shift for the Japanese giant as it adopts new gigacasting technology and responds to the rapid growth of China’s electric vehicle market.

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Subaru confirms surprise NZ pricing for Trailseeker EV
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Subaru confirms surprise NZ pricing for Trailseeker EV

Pricing confirmed for fully electric Subaru Trailseeker wagon, undercuts Toyota cousin.

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‘Purely political’: Industry slams Government’s delayed fuel tax and RUC rises
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‘Purely political’: Industry slams Government’s delayed fuel tax and RUC rises

Industry groups call on the Government to have 'political courage' and branded the decision to delay fuel tax and RUC increases as 'farcical', warning it will cost more long term.

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Fuel tax & RUC delay comes with $1.4b cost but no new debt, says Finance Minister
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Fuel tax & RUC delay comes with $1.4b cost but no new debt, says Finance Minister

Finance Minister Nicola Willis says delaying fuel excise and RUC increases until 2028 will cost around $1.4 billion that could otherwise have been used to reduce debt or fund other Government spending.

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2027 Cadillac Lyriq prices: American EV gets more kit, range cut
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2027 Cadillac Lyriq prices: American EV gets more kit, range cut

The Cadillac Lyriq has received various tweaks for 2027, with new safety tech, more speakers, but a smaller battery with slower charging.

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Land Rover Defender Sport EV spied up close
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Land Rover Defender Sport EV spied up close

JLR is working on a new, smaller SUV to wear the Defender name. It will offer hybrid and electric power plus a more affordable price tag.

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Honda and Nissan confirm collaboration on hardware and software
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Honda and Nissan confirm collaboration on hardware and software

The Honda and Nissan marriage is dead, but the first collaboration efforts between the automakers have been announced.

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