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JLR partnering with Stellantis on new Land Rover Defender models
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JLR partnering with Stellantis on new Land Rover Defender models

Land Rover will expand the Defender lineup in the United States with a new model using underpinnings shared with Jeep parent Stellantis.

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2027 Porsche Taycan update gets fake gear shifts, up to 700km range
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2027 Porsche Taycan update gets fake gear shifts, up to 700km range

The updated Porsche Taycan may look the same, but comes with an updated infotainment system and the option of virtual gear shifts.

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Tesla Cybercab spotted in New Zealand for cold-weather testing
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Tesla Cybercab spotted in New Zealand for cold-weather testing

The first sighting of a Cybercab in the Southern Hemisphere has been recorded, with a pair of the electric robotaxis spotted in New Zealand.

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Maserati's refreshed lineup brings more V6 power, more EV range
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Maserati's refreshed lineup brings more V6 power, more EV range

The Italian brand has shown off its updated GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale, with subtle tweaks and enhancements aimed at improving the driver experience.

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Maserati eyeing two potential partners, Chinese involvement likely
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Maserati eyeing two potential partners, Chinese involvement likely

An international partnership is effectively guaranteed for Maserati, as its parent company looks to external partners for help with future electrified models.

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2027 Mitsubishi Pajero set to grow in size, hybrid could be in the pipeline – report
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2027 Mitsubishi Pajero set to grow in size, hybrid could be in the pipeline – report

US dealers have been given a preview of the upcoming Mitsubishi Pajero, which is said to grow in size and offer a spacious third row.

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2026 BMW iX3 priced: 800km BMW EV to undercut rivals ahead of NZ debut
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2026 BMW iX3 priced: 800km BMW EV to undercut rivals ahead of NZ debut

The first full electric BMW with 800km range is set to land in New Zealand later this year.

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Commerce Commission 'expects' oil price fall to reach Kiwi motorists
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Commerce Commission 'expects' oil price fall to reach Kiwi motorists

The message from the regulator to fuel companies is clear: if oil prices continue to fall, Kiwi motorists should see that benefit when they fill up.

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Ford says Ranger Raptor may have ‘too much power’, rules out V8
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Ford says Ranger Raptor may have ‘too much power’, rules out V8

A top Ford engineer says the twin-turbocharged V6 Ranger Raptor already packs enough punch, despite it now being outgunned by a new generation of Chinese PHEV utes.

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