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Worksafe change to make it easier for companies to buy EVs
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Worksafe change to make it easier for companies to buy EVs

Worksafe guidance changes could open doors for the national electric vehicle fleet.

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Mazda CX-5 ticks over 5 million units as all-new model readies for launch
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Mazda CX-5 ticks over 5 million units as all-new model readies for launch

The CX-5 is the third Mazda model to surpass the global production milestone.

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Ford Ranger returns to the top of the NZ sales charts in ‘strong’ January
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Ford Ranger returns to the top of the NZ sales charts in ‘strong’ January

Motor Industry Association confirms 'strong' results for new vehicle market in January as Ford returns to the top spot.

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Nissan confirms local update, fresh pricing for X-Trail SUV
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Nissan confirms local update, fresh pricing for X-Trail SUV

Nissan's quiet achiever X-Trail gets mid-life refresh and revised pricing for 2026.

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Ferrari Luce EV has the same name as a Mazda, but an interior unlike any EV
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Ferrari Luce EV has the same name as a Mazda, but an interior unlike any EV

You needn't have worried Ferrari's first EV would look like a run-of-the-mill EV inside. Here's a detailed look of the upcoming Luce's cabin.

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Chery targets long-range driving with new plug-in hybrid powertrains
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Chery targets long-range driving with new plug-in hybrid powertrains

A new generation of hybrid powertrains is coming from Chery, with big claims regarding driving range and performance.

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Why the 2026 Mazda CX-5 ditches physical controls
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Why the 2026 Mazda CX-5 ditches physical controls

Mazda says the next CX-5 has too many apps for a single rotary dial to control, but promises its new touchscreen focus won't be distracting.

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ANCAP calls for ban on door handles used by Tesla, BYD and others
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ANCAP calls for ban on door handles used by Tesla, BYD and others

The boss of Australasian automotive safety body has called for new laws in China to be adopted here without delay.

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Twin-turbo V12 rumoured for Toyota’s Century coupe – report
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Twin-turbo V12 rumoured for Toyota’s Century coupe – report

After revealing new turbocharged four-cylinder and V8 engines, Toyota could be working on a V12 – but it may be reserved for the Century coupe.

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