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Ford hits back at BYD and other Chinese brands
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Ford hits back at BYD and other Chinese brands

The Blue Oval brand says it’s not worried about Chinese auto brands, despite their rapid ascent up the sales charts in Australia and New Zealand.

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Ford: Electric tech not capable enough to justify BEV Ranger yet
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Ford: Electric tech not capable enough to justify BEV Ranger yet

"I think it’s really important that we focus on what the customer needs — not just wants but needs," says Ford marketing boss.

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Ford defends less powerful new Ranger and Everest powertrain
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Ford defends less powerful new Ranger and Everest powertrain

Blue Oval believes new single turbo 2.0-litre is its most responsive diesel engine yet.

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Ferrari Luce detailed: 30 things to know about the brand's first 722kW EV
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Ferrari Luce detailed: 30 things to know about the brand's first 722kW EV

Ferrari has officially become an electric car manufacture, here's 30 things you should know about the first electric 'Prancing Horse.'

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Chinese commercial vehicle brand JMC confirmed for NZ
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Chinese commercial vehicle brand JMC confirmed for NZ

JMC set to bring "compelling" new ute, van options to New Zealand.

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Hyundai Tucson recalled over braking issue
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Hyundai Tucson recalled over braking issue

Hyundai's popular mid-size SUV recalled over potential driver assistance issue that can lead to unexpected brake applications.

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Toyota Hilux celebrates 50 years in NZ as electric future approaches
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Toyota Hilux celebrates 50 years in NZ as electric future approaches

The iconic Toyota Hilux turns 50 in New Zealand, just as the model enters a new era of diesel, hybrid and now electric power.

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2026 BMW M3 CS Handschalter revealed as ultimate manual send-off – but NZ misses out
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2026 BMW M3 CS Handschalter revealed as ultimate manual send-off – but NZ misses out

BMW goes back to its roots with the final, manual-only, G80 M3, but it wont be making its way to New Zealand.

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Ferrari Luce revealed: first electric Ferrari takes bold design approach
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Ferrari Luce revealed: first electric Ferrari takes bold design approach

Ferrari has finally pulled the covers off its first fully electric car, and it's like nothing the brand has built before.

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