GWM will simplify its electric range with a future hatchback Ora ruled out, although a Touring station wagon is still under consideration.
The Geely Battleship 700 has been confirmed for NZ with up to 830kW of power and 170km of EV range.
GWM closing in on ambitious sales target for Australia and New Zealand.
GWM's new Ford Bronco Basecamp rival to be priced from under $50,000, hits New Zealand in October.
Fuel prices are surging again, with 91 now averaging $3.23/litre and diesel nearing $3/litre – and relief isn't expected soon.
The all-new Nissan Patrol will offer more passenger and cargo space than its predecessor, while towing capacity increases to 3,700kg across the range.
Another hybrid SUV enters the fray, this time from BAIC.
Porsche New Zealand will mark its 50th anniversary with a free public event in Auckland this Sunday, featuring more than 220 new and historic Porsches.
The ID.3 is second EV, after the ID. Polo, to wear the famous GTI badge and the first to stray from its front-wheel drive heritage.
Dave Kavermann 
