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MG confirms electric U9 ute and S6 SUV for New Zealand
MG Motor New Zealand has confirmed it will introduce two new electric models to the local line-up, with the MGS6 SUV and U9 ute expected to arrive around…
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MG4 Urban EV arrives for test drives nationwide
MG Motor New Zealand has confirmed its most affordable electric vehicle (EV), the MG4 EV Urban, is now available for test drives at dealerships nationwide from May 1.…
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British electric Speedster joins Petersen Museum collection
The Longbow Speedster, described as the world’s first “featherweight” electric sportscar, has been inducted into the prestigious Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles. The British-built two-seater will remain…
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Chery Q EV confirmed for New Zealand launch
Chery has confirmed one of its smallest electric vehicles for the New Zealand market, with the compact hatch expected to arrive in 2027. Known as the QQ3 in China,…
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EV battery gains ease range concerns
Electric vehicle battery capacity and driving range have increased sharply over the past 15 years, helping address one of the key barriers to EV adoption as fuel prices…
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Zenobē opens $100m truck electrification funding
UK-based fleet electrification specialist Zenobē has opened expressions of interest for a $100 million truck electrification funding programme, with heavy vehicle operators in New Zealand and Australia invited to apply.…
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BMW and MINI first in NZ with plug and charge technology
BMW Group New Zealand and ChargeNet have launched Plug & Charge technology, making BMW and MINI the first brands in the country to offer automatic electric vehicle (EV)…
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Government considers EV licensing changes to boost fuel resilience
The Government is reviewing regulatory barriers affecting electric vehicle adoption and freight efficiency as part of preparations to strengthen New Zealand’s fuel resilience, with Transport Minister Chris Bishop…
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Tesla beats profit forecasts but misses on revenue in Q1
Tesla has reported first-quarter earnings ahead of expectations, despite revenue coming in below forecasts as its core automotive business faces increasing competition. The electric vehicle maker posted adjusted…
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EV lending surge drives motor finance rebound at Heartland
Motor finance has returned to growth at Heartland Group Holdings, with a sharp lift in electric vehicle lending helping drive a rebound in the third quarter. In a trading…