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Hyundai Palisade gets critical fix before it goes on sale in NZ
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Hyundai Palisade gets critical fix before it goes on sale in NZ

Seven-seater SUV's local launch delayed to accommodate seating recall following fatal accident in the US.

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As petrol prices rise, electric vehicles see sales boom
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As petrol prices rise, electric vehicles see sales boom

Sales of EVs in New Zealand year-to-date double what they were last year according to Ministry of Transport.

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New Chinese car brands on hold for NZ market
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New Chinese car brands on hold for NZ market

Chery's fashion-forward and off-road brands destined for Australia, but NZ no sure thing yet.

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BYD reports first annual profit drop as EV battle reaches ‘knockout stage’
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BYD reports first annual profit drop as EV battle reaches ‘knockout stage’

The Chinese brand’s profits have fallen for the sixth consecutive month, despite knocking off Tesla as the world’s number-one EV maker.

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Suzuki’s adorable Ignis nearing the end in NZ, at least for now
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Suzuki’s adorable Ignis nearing the end in NZ, at least for now

Suzuki New Zealand looking at options to replace one of its most popular nameplates.

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Toyota Celica revival to be powered by 2.0-litre turbo hybrid - report
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Toyota Celica revival to be powered by 2.0-litre turbo hybrid - report

The first details are emerging about the first Toyota Celica in 20 years, which could be a turbo all-wheel drive bruiser.

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Electric ute from MG under consideration for NZ market
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Electric ute from MG under consideration for NZ market

Pure electric pick-up could go on sale in New Zealand later this year.

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National Fuel Plan explained: NZ's four-phase system revealed
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National Fuel Plan explained: NZ's four-phase system revealed

The Government reveal what would trigger restrictions for Kiwi motorists in the National Fuel Plan.

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Farizon V7E: fleet-focused EV van pricing revealed for New Zealand
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Farizon V7E: fleet-focused EV van pricing revealed for New Zealand

Farizon says the V7E achieves price parity with New Zealand’s best-selling internal combustion medium vans.

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