NEWS
Apple expands CarPlay capabilities and digital car key support
Apple has announced a major upgrade to its in-vehicle systems with the rollout of iOS 26, introducing new CarPlay features and expanding support for digital car keys across…
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Lodestone Energy announces its first South Island solar farm
Lodestone Energy is set to begin construction on its first South Island solar project, marking a major expansion for the country’s largest utility-scale solar generator. The new Clandeboye…
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JAC unveils torque-heavy T9 Hunter PHEV ute at Fieldays
JAC Motors has used Fieldays 2025 to debut its new T9 Hunter PHEV prototype – a bold move from the brand as it eyes a future in hybrid…
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Government funds new e-bike charging stations on NZ cycle trails
E-bike tourism in New Zealand is set to benefit from new infrastructure investment, with government funding supporting new charging stations on two iconic cycle trails and more routes…
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Seagull city EV under strong consideration as BYD NZ eyes range expansion
BYD’s Seagull EV could soon land in New Zealand showrooms, with BYD New Zealand country manager Warren Willmot confirming the compact city car is under serious review for…
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Major battery storage for Huntly Power Station site
Genesis Energy has commenced construction of a 100 MW grid-scale battery at Huntly Power Station, marking a major milestone in New Zealand’s energy storage ambitions. The project officially…
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Tesla share price sinks as Musk–Trump feud escalates with Epstein tweet
Tesla’s share price fell sharply this week as a public dispute between CEO Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump spilled into social media, culminating in a sensational…
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New pictures of 2025 Nissan Leaf ahead of debut
The new third-generation Nissan Leaf is about to have its global reveal, ahead of a formal launch later in the year. It’s around 4.5m long and will have…
HYBRIDS
MG HS Super Hybrid: Strong range for PHEV
MG Motor has confirmed pricing and key details for its new plug-in hybrid version of the HS medium SUV in Australia, with a New Zealand launch expected to…
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Electric cars found to slash brake dust emissions by 83%, new study reveals
Electric vehicles (EVs) are not just reducing tailpipe emissions — they’re also helping clean up the air by cutting brake dust pollution, according to a new study. Research…