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Mazda engineers built a V6 MX-5 20 years ago
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Mazda engineers built a V6 MX-5 20 years ago

Although it proved to be a dead end, Mazda's European arm briefly toyed with a V6-powered MX-5 two decades ago.

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Ford working on another affordable ute to join Ranger, Maverick, new EV
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Ford working on another affordable ute to join Ranger, Maverick, new EV

Ford has confirmed it'll introduce another combustion-powered ute model, which will enter production later this decade.

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Twin-turbo V12 rumoured for Toyota’s Century coupe – report
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Twin-turbo V12 rumoured for Toyota’s Century coupe – report

After revealing new turbocharged four-cylinder and V8 engines, Toyota could be working on a V12 – but it may be reserved for the Century coupe.

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Toyota RAV4: Title defence a ‘tough task’ for NZ’s most popular car
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Toyota RAV4: Title defence a ‘tough task’ for NZ’s most popular car

Numerous hurdles sit between the Toyota RAV4 and chances at retaining the title of NZ's most popular new vehicle.

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2026 Mazda CX-6e electric SUV to undercut Tesla, BYD in Australia
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2026 Mazda CX-6e electric SUV to undercut Tesla, BYD in Australia

Mazda Australia confirm sharpe pricing for the upcoming CX-6e electric SUV ahead of its arrival.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals the interior of first electric 'four-door coupe'
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Mercedes-AMG reveals the interior of first electric 'four-door coupe'

The upcoming all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe is looking to meld a driver-focussed interior with a plethora of screens.

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Opel set to depart New Zealand market after just four years
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Opel set to depart New Zealand market after just four years

Poor sales and the removal of clean car incentives see German carmaker bid farewell to NZ.

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Holden Colorado lives on in Brazil with new off-road updates
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Holden Colorado lives on in Brazil with new off-road updates

Despite leaving NZ dealerships almost six years ago, the Holden Colorado is still on sale, almost unchanged, in other markets.

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Cupra Raval EV teased again ahead of imminent reveal
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Cupra Raval EV teased again ahead of imminent reveal

The first of the VW Group's affordable new EVs is just days from debut, with the Cupra Raval set to be unveiled on April 9.

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