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Ocean of five-star utes expands with BYD Shark 6
BYD’s latest model, the Shark 6, is the first plug-in hybrid electric ute (PHEV) to undergo ANCAP testing. It has achieved a five-star ANCAP safety rating. It scored…
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Kia reveals three new models at EV Day
Kia detailed three new EV models on its recent global EV day in Spain. The trio consists of the EV2, a small SUV concept, a production-ready EV4 in…
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First Drive G 580: Mercedes-Benz electrifies its iconic 4×4
Mercedes-Benz has achieved the unthinkable; it has created an all-electric G-Class luxury 4×4 SUV, which is more capable off-road than its ICE siblings. Incidentally, it has also beaten…
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Simon Mackenzie leaving Vector end of June 2025
Vector chief executive Simon Mackenzie says the time is right for him to step down from the role, leaving at the end of June this year. He will…
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Cupra Tavascan EV launches for A$60,990
Cupra introduces its Tavascan EV medium SUV to Australia in April, 2025, from A$60,990 RRP. The brand’s new flagship model and first all-electric SUV coupe – its second…
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Four EVs recognised in 2024 NZ Autocar Car of the Year awards
The BYD Shark 6 has won the overall 2024 New Zealand Autocar Car of the Year award. The new plug-in hybrid double cab was judged as a class…
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Meridian reports $121m loss for second half of 2024
Meridian Energy says it had a net loss after tax of $121 million for the six months ending December 31, 2024, compared to a net profit after tax…
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UK EV owners won’t return to ICE – study
Most UK motorists struggle to recognise emerging EV brands but wouldn’t go back to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, a new study shows. Motorpoint surveyed about 2000 UK…
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Solid-state battery road tests start
A “slightly modified” Mercedes-Benz EQS is road testing a new solid-state battery pack. “Safer, lighter, more efficient and 25% longer range in the first vehicle: the solid-state cell…
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Robust performance in challenging conditions for Mercury
Careful portfolio management helped mitigate the full impact of dry weather and reduced generation for Mercury. “Despite challenging operational conditions, we’ve continued to pursue growth in new renewables…