GAC confirms a 44kWh short-range Aion UT for Australia with 320km of range, and GAC NZ tells EVs and Beyond a local launch is not ruled out, potentially fixing the UT's price problem.
The Smart #2 breaks cover in Chinese regulatory filings: a 60kW, 35.7kWh electric Fortwo successor with 300km of range, debuting at the Paris Motor Show before 2027 deliveries.
BYD prices the Atto 3 Evo from $59,990 for New Zealand, arriving this month with up to 510km of range, 220kW charging and a trade-in service plan offer for existing Atto 3 owners.
The plug-in hybrid Ora 5 wagon in China's MIIT filings shares its body with the Ora 5 Touring already due in New Zealand in early 2027, revealing the second powertrain GWM hinted at.
Zeekr brand manager Michael Jones confirms the 7GT and 9X will arrive by early 2027 with the 8X to follow, and says the flagship has Rolls-Royce and Range Rover in its sights.
Leapmotor reveals the B03 electric hatchback with up to 390km of WLTP range. Right-hand drive is confirmed for the UK, making a New Zealand arrival a strong prospect.
