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New Chinese car brands on hold for NZ market
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New Chinese car brands on hold for NZ market

Chery's fashion-forward and off-road brands destined for Australia, but NZ no sure thing yet.

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Ford’s SUV line-up uncertain as brand ‘prioritises’ utes and vans
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Ford’s SUV line-up uncertain as brand ‘prioritises’ utes and vans

"We’ve got to be really focused and prioritise where our strengths are, and our strengths are in light commercial vehicle."

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It turns out Ford might bring back hatchbacks, sedans after all
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It turns out Ford might bring back hatchbacks, sedans after all

Ford CEO outlines plan to return to passenger car market in Europe.

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Lexus GS F and RS F V8s recalled over fuel pump issue
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Lexus GS F and RS F V8s recalled over fuel pump issue

5.0-litre performance cars recalled over fuel pump issue that can lead to engine failure.

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2026 MG ZS scores five-star ANCAP safety rating
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2026 MG ZS scores five-star ANCAP safety rating

The MG ZS has been awarded a five-star rating after the brand updated its compact SUV with more airbags.

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Nissan quietly axes electric SUV after difficult campaign
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Nissan quietly axes electric SUV after difficult campaign

Following a messy, delayed launch in New Zealand, Nissan has dropped the fully electric Ariya.

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Dongfeng acknowledges safety “challenge” with new electric car
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Dongfeng acknowledges safety “challenge” with new electric car

"There's nothing to hide" says chief executive regarding affordably priced EV safety concerns.

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New carmaker BAIC confirms pricing for first NZ models
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New carmaker BAIC confirms pricing for first NZ models

Two Chinese SUVs from fresh face BAIC detailed for New Zealand, go on sale this weekend.

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Ford's CEO praises Tesla, has regrets over the company's EV rollout – report
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Ford's CEO praises Tesla, has regrets over the company's EV rollout – report

The Blue Oval's global chief says the company didn't design its electric vehicles correctly, leading to huge financial losses.

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