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BYD NZ warns of delivery delays amid EV demand
BYD Auto New Zealand says strong demand for its vehicles is creating delivery delays, with some customers facing waits of up to four weeks longer than originally expected.
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Lepas confirmed for NZ market with L6 electric SUV
Chinese automotive brand Lepas has confirmed it will enter the New Zealand market with its L6 electric SUV. The brand is part of the Chery Group and will…
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Calder Stewart plans $110m rooftop solar and battery rollout
New Zealand’s largest industrial landowner plans to invest more than $110 million in rooftop solar and battery storage over the next decade, saying the initiative will lower electricity…
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Xiaomi unveils automated EV charging system
Chinese automotive and technology company Xiaomi has unveiled an automated electric vehicle charging system that uses a robotic arm to connect and disconnect a charging cable without driver…
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NordEast expands dealer network as Geely EV sales surge
NordEast Vehicle Distributors has expanded its nationwide retail network with new dealerships in Palmerston North and Nelson as demand for the Geely, Zeekr and Farizon electric vehicle brands continues to grow.
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Volvo launches next-generation electric truck range in NZ
Volvo Trucks has launched a new generation of heavy-duty electric trucks in New Zealand, promising improved performance and driving range for transport operators. The updated Volvo FH Electric,…
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Chery confirms diesel PHEV ute for NZ
Chery New Zealand has confirmed its upcoming plug-in hybrid ute will launch locally in early 2027, becoming one of the first diesel-electric plug-in hybrid offerings in the competitive…
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Fuel price shock driving interest in electric trucks, says NRC chief
The conflict in Iran and the resulting spike in global fuel prices is prompting transport operators to take a fresh look at electric trucks, according to National Road Carriers Association chief executive Justin Tighe-Umbers.
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Leapmotor B05 hatch priced from $43,990
Leapmotor distributor Armstrong’s has revealed pricing for the new B05 electric hatchback, with the compact five-door starting from $43,990 plus on-road costs. The announcement comes as the B05…
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JAC prices T9 PHEV ute from $59,990
JAC New Zealand is unveiling its T9 plug-in hybrid ute at Fieldays, announcing a launch price of $59,990 plus on-road costs and positioning the newcomer as the most…