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GWM's first V8 could arrive in NZ without hybrid assistance
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GWM's first V8 could arrive in NZ without hybrid assistance

GWM has indicated its first V8-powered model in NZ could arrive without plug-in hybrid tech, pointing to a Tank-badged Mercedes-AMG G63 rival.

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Kia boss warns 70 car brands in New Zealand is 'unsustainable'
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Kia boss warns 70 car brands in New Zealand is 'unsustainable'

Kia says 70 brands competing in New Zealand is unsustainable, but claims it is holding its ground against Chinese rivals.

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Why Cadillac says its heavy EVs handle like proper performance cars
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Why Cadillac says its heavy EVs handle like proper performance cars

Electric SUVs weigh well over two tonnes, so how does Cadillac make them feel agile? A Cadillac performance engineer explains.

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2027 Nissan Patrol Y63 to make NZ debut at special beach gathering
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2027 Nissan Patrol Y63 to make NZ debut at special beach gathering

Nissan NZ will bring 63 Patrols together at Muriwai Beach for the local debut of its new twin-turbo V6-powered flagship SUV.

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Land Rover Defender Classic V8 offered in NZ with eye-watering price tag
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Land Rover Defender Classic V8 offered in NZ with eye-watering price tag

The original Land Rover Defender is back for NZ buyers, but this hand-built V8 off-roader comes with a roughly $500k price tag.

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Audi Q4 e-tron update arrives, priced for NZ
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Audi Q4 e-tron update arrives, priced for NZ

Audi's smallest electric SUV gets facelift with improved performance and range.

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Zeekr planning electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class rival - report
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Zeekr planning electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class rival - report

Zeekr is reportedly looking to succeed where the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has failed to fire.

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Range Rover Evoque, Velar axed by end of 2027 as brand moves upmarket
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Range Rover Evoque, Velar axed by end of 2027 as brand moves upmarket

The Range Rover Evoque and Velar won't be replaced when production ends next year, with the incoming GT said to be significantly more expensive.

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New Chinese ute brand JMC begins NZ testing ahead of 2027 launch
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New Chinese ute brand JMC begins NZ testing ahead of 2027 launch

JMC has begun a local product validation programme for its upcoming Vigus and Grand Avenue dual-cab utes.

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