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Tesla upgrades Model Y screen
Tesla has confirmed that all inbound Model Y vehicles for Australia and New Zealand will now feature a larger 16-inch touchscreen and black headliner, upgrading two key interior…
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ANCAP to reward physical buttons over touchscreens
The Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) will reward higher safety ratings to vehicles that include physical buttons for basic functions, as concerns grow about driver distraction from…
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Infrastructure and renewables consenting reforms take effect under RMA
Changes the Government says will speed up infrastructure delivery and boost renewable energy development have come into force, following the introduction of new and amended national direction under…
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Tesla tops ANCAP safety rankings for 2025
ANCAP has revealed its top safety performers for 2025, highlighting the safest new vehicles across key market segments in Australia and New Zealand. The results identify the strongest-performing…
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GAC launches Aion V electric SUV in New Zealand
Chinese automaker GAC has officially launched in New Zealand with its Aion V electric SUV leading the charge, offering competitive pricing that undercuts established rivals in the mid-size…
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Dongfeng VIGO aims for EV SUV value leadership
Dongfeng Motor is launching the VIGO electric SUV in New Zealand with a $37,990 launch price, positioning it as the best-value EV SUV in the local market when…
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Tesla drops upfront Full Self-Driving purchase option
Tesla will eliminate the option to purchase its Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software outright, with CEO Elon Musk announcing that only monthly subscriptions will be available from February 14.…
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BMW M announces first electric models from 2027
BMW M will launch its first fully electric high-performance models from 2027, marking a significant shift for the German brand’s motorsport division. The electric BMW M models will…
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Electric vehicles dominate women’s car awards with four category wins
Electric vehicles claimed four of six category wins in the 2026 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year awards, highlighting the automotive industry’s shift toward electrification as judged by…
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Battery electric vehicle market steady in 2025
New Zealand’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales held broadly steady in 2025, while plug-in hybrids recorded the strongest growth of any powertrain as the new vehicle market stabilised.…