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860kW Mercedes-AMG GT EV revealed with simulated V8 sounds
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860kW Mercedes-AMG GT EV revealed with simulated V8 sounds

The first electric Mercedes-AMG on a new dedicated EV architecture packs up to 860kW and looks to win over fans of its V8 predecessor.

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2026 Mazda 6e: NZ pricing confirms new EV will undercut Tesla, BYD
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2026 Mazda 6e: NZ pricing confirms new EV will undercut Tesla, BYD

The first new electric Mazda in five years will arrive in New Zealand with competitive pricing to fight against the likes of Tesla and BYD.

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2026 Mazda CX-5: NZ pricing announced for new-gen of brand’s best-seller
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2026 Mazda CX-5: NZ pricing announced for new-gen of brand’s best-seller

Mazda have revealed pricing for the all-new, all-wheel drive CX-5 ahead of its arrival in New Zealand

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Kia pours cold water on Tasman-based Ford Everest rival
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Kia pours cold water on Tasman-based Ford Everest rival

While an off-road SUV based on the Tasman "could be an option", Kia's global VP says the brand is focusing on "what we can do better" rather than expanding the lineup.

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Power company celebrates public EV charger milestone
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Power company celebrates public EV charger milestone

Meridian wants "to build New Zealand’s largest and most-loved EV charging network."

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Despite global hybrid push, Kia still committed to pure petrol engines
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Despite global hybrid push, Kia still committed to pure petrol engines

Pure combustion bring opportunity to grow market share, says Kia vice president.

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Kia’s best-selling SUV in NZ makes the hybrid leap
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Kia’s best-selling SUV in NZ makes the hybrid leap

The Kia Seltos, a local favourite, is the latest SUV to go hybrid exclusive in New Zealand.

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Skoda confirms rally inspired hot hatch for NZ
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Skoda confirms rally inspired hot hatch for NZ

Hotted up Skoda Fabia announced for local showrooms.

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Chery boosts investment in research and development
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Chery boosts investment in research and development

Strong results in New Zealand and abroad for one of China's fastest growing carmakers.

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