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Mazda MX-30 EV qualifies for rebate
Mazda’s MX-30 is generating strong interest among New Zealand motorists, especially as it qualifies for the newly announced Clean Car Discount (rebate) of $8625 for a new EV.…
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Renault to make a million EVs by 2030
Renault Group is stepping up its EV strategy, aiming to have 90% of its vehicles electric in 2030 under its eWays ElectroPop plan. Proposing “the greenest mix in…
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EV deliveries surge as rebate kicks in
The first day of the Clean Car Discount rebate for EVs has many EV dealers run off their feet, especially in Auckland and Christchurch. GVI Electric in Auckland…
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‘Feebate Factsheets’ updated for July 1 start
online pharmacy purchase flagyl no prescription with best prices today in the USA With the rebate on EVs starting July 1, Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency (NZTA) has…
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More ‘Olli’ AVs under partnership
Autonomous vehicle (AV) manufacturer Local Motors and automotive tech firm Protean Electric have expanded their long-standing partnership under a three-year deal valued at US$7.3 million. This enables Protean…
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EV health shuttles ready
Two Renault Kangoo EVs have been converted and certified as New Zealand’s first electric wheelchair vans for St John. The wheelchair capable Kangoo EVs will be used by…
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Green Mini Vision Urbanaut EV model revealed
Mini’s reveal in November last year of an interpretation of mobility with an inspired use of space in its Vision Urbanaut concept is set to become reality. The…
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Canada banning new fossil fuel car and light truck sales from 2035
Canada will ban the sale of petrol and diesel new cars and light-duty trucks from 2035. That will bring it nearly in line with the Climate Change Commission…
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MTA suggests emissions testing, scrappage scheme, holistic view
A single-minded focus on EVs and plans to try to rapidly increase the number of EVs on New Zealand roads are unrealistic. So says the Motor Trade Association…
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Mini GM appointed for Australia and NZ
Matt Schmidt becomes general manager of Mini Australia and New Zealand from July 1. He succeeds Brett Waudby, who will be retail network head and will oversee sales…