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Confirmed: The next Nissan GT-R won’t go electric
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Confirmed: The next Nissan GT-R won’t go electric

A key call has been made for Japan’s iconic performance car, with the next GT-R edging closer to showrooms.

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Toyota RAV4: Title defence a ‘tough task’ for NZ’s most popular car
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Toyota RAV4: Title defence a ‘tough task’ for NZ’s most popular car

Numerous hurdles sit between the Toyota RAV4 and chances at retaining the title of NZ's most popular new vehicle.

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Toyota boosts local EV allocation amid increased demand
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Toyota boosts local EV allocation amid increased demand

Toyota confirms increased uptake in electric vehicles for New Zealand as interest skyrockets.

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Smart returns to its roots with tiny two-seat EV
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Smart returns to its roots with tiny two-seat EV

Since becoming a Geely/Mercedes-Benz joint venture, all of Smart's vehicles have been rather large, but the new #2 is a return to tiny.

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Volkswagen reveals new EVs in Chinese model onslaught
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Volkswagen reveals new EVs in Chinese model onslaught

Volkswagen is throwing everything at its Chinese model onslaught, revealing the first two of 50 models launching before 2030.

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Audi EVs recalled over potential braking issue
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Audi EVs recalled over potential braking issue

Audi e-tron and Q8 e-tron impacted by local recall notice.

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Updated BMW 7 Series is more than just a facelift
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Updated BMW 7 Series is more than just a facelift

BMW reveals latest iteration of uber-luxury, big-grilled 7 Series.

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New Volkswagen T-Roc set to arrive in June
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New Volkswagen T-Roc set to arrive in June

Volkswagen compact crossover to hit New Zealand dealerships shortly.

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Mitsubishi Pajero returning in 2026 to rival Toyota Prado and Ford Everest
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Mitsubishi Pajero returning in 2026 to rival Toyota Prado and Ford Everest

The Japanese brand will bring back a ladder-frame SUV by the end of 2026, but has stopped short of confirming a Pajero badge revival.

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