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Xpeng confirms rumored G6 $59,990 entry model
Xpeng has confirmed a new entry-level variant of its G6 electric SUV will arrive in New Zealand priced from $59,990, according to updated specification documents. The RWD Standard…
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Mercedes-Benz steps up robotaxi plans with S-Class platform and global partners
Mercedes-Benz is accelerating plans to develop a global robotaxi ecosystem, confirming it will use the new S-Class as the core vehicle platform and work with a range of…
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Nissan unveils solar-powered Ariya concept
Nissan has unveiled a solar-powered version of its Ariya electric SUV, showcasing how future electric vehicles could generate their own energy using integrated solar technology. Revealed to mark…
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Geely EX2 tops China car market with more than 460,000 sales in 2025
Geely’s all-electric EX2 was the best-selling vehicle in China in 2025, topping all passenger car segments with sales of 465,775 units. The small electric hatchback finished the year…
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Tesla axes Model S and X for robot production
Tesla will discontinue its Model S sedan and Model X SUV globally next quarter as the company pivots from car manufacturing toward artificial intelligence and robotics production. Chief…
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Australian fund backs autonomous vehicle maker with $31m
The National Reconstruction Fund Corporation (NRFC) has made its first transport sector investment, backing Melbourne-based autonomous electric vehicle manufacturer Applied Electric Vehicles (AEV) with a $30.7 million equity…
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Auckland Explorer Bus unveils first all-electric sightseeing bus
Auckland Explorer Bus has launched New Zealand’s first open-top, double-decker electric sightseeing bus, marking a step toward lower-emissions tourism in the city. The new vehicle entered full-time service…
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Xpeng opens first New Zealand dealerships
Chinese electric vehicle brand Xpeng has officially launched in New Zealand, with confirmation its first dealerships in Auckland and Christchurch are now in operation. The initial locations —…
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Global EV sales climb 20% to 20.7 million in 2025
Global electric vehicle sales reached 20.7 million units in 2025, up 20% on the previous year, according to new data from Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. The research firm says…
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Australian EV interest stabilises as buyers become more selective
Electric vehicle consideration has stabilised in Australia after years of decline, but buyers are becoming increasingly selective about which brands they would seriously consider purchasing. The latest carsales…