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Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz now seen as ‘brands for the parents’ by Chinese buyers
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Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz now seen as ‘brands for the parents’ by Chinese buyers

A generational shift has led to established German brands now being seen by younger Chinese buyers as makers of cars for old people.

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BMW patents a ladder frame for EVs
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BMW patents a ladder frame for EVs

Could BMW be developing a serious off-roading SUV? It's possible as the company has lodged a patent for a ladder frame EV chassis.

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Electric Lexus ES confirmed for NZ, coming this year
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Electric Lexus ES confirmed for NZ, coming this year

Angular new Lexus sedan to hit New Zealand as either a hybrid or a BEV.

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Holden Colorado lives on in Brazil with new off-road updates
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Holden Colorado lives on in Brazil with new off-road updates

Despite leaving NZ dealerships almost six years ago, the Holden Colorado is still on sale, almost unchanged, in other markets.

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Leapmotor B05 electric hatch confirmed for NZ reveal in June
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Leapmotor B05 electric hatch confirmed for NZ reveal in June

Leapmotor are set the expand their local lineup with the rear-wheel drive B05 electric hatchback.

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2026 Toyota GR Yaris gains Aero Performance Package in New Zealand
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2026 Toyota GR Yaris gains Aero Performance Package in New Zealand

The GR Yaris hatch gains a suite of functional performance upgrades offered direct from the factory for the first time in NZ.

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How Honda aims to fight onslaught of affordable new rivals
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How Honda aims to fight onslaught of affordable new rivals

Japanese brand is holding steady in New Zealand, but is its hybrid first strategy a winning move?

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Dreame reveal rocket-boosted EV supercar with 0.9s 0-100km/h claim
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Dreame reveal rocket-boosted EV supercar with 0.9s 0-100km/h claim

The Nebula NEXT 01 JET Edition is an experimental electric vehicle that could be the first car to reach 100km/h in under one second.

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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Special Edition arrives in New Zealand
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2026 Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 Special Edition arrives in New Zealand

A new Mercedes-Benz GLA builds on the base GLA200 with a suite of interior and exterior upgrades.

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