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Auckland congestion charge could cost drivers up to $7 per trip – three options revealed
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Auckland congestion charge could cost drivers up to $7 per trip – three options revealed

Auckland Council has shortlisted three congestion charging options that could cost drivers between $2 and $7 during peak periods, with the most expansive scheme including parts of the city’s motorway network.

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The Dreame is over: Chinese vacuum cleaner company scraps plans to build EVs – report
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The Dreame is over: Chinese vacuum cleaner company scraps plans to build EVs – report

Dreame had grand automotive plans that included electric hypercars and a 2027 launch in New Zealand, but the pin has reportedly been pulled on all of it.

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Next Volkswagen Amarok could ditch Ford Ranger roots for Chinese platform
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Next Volkswagen Amarok could ditch Ford Ranger roots for Chinese platform

The next generation of Volkswagen’s ladder-frame ute could dump its Ford connection and use the same platform as LDV and MG models already on sale in Australia.

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Mitsubishi’s new EV spotted on NZ roads ahead of launch
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Mitsubishi’s new EV spotted on NZ roads ahead of launch

A keen-eyed CarExpert reader has spotted Mitsubishi’s upcoming electric SUV on New Zealand roads for the first time.

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KGM Torres EVX sold in NZ without advertised centre airbag
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KGM Torres EVX sold in NZ without advertised centre airbag

All Torres EVX vehicles supplied to New Zealand since its launch in March 2024 arrived without a centre airbag that was advertised as standard equipment, according to ANCAP.

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2026 Mazda CX-5 and 6e arrive in NZ as brand doubles down on ‘multi-solution’ approach
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2026 Mazda CX-5 and 6e arrive in NZ as brand doubles down on ‘multi-solution’ approach

Mazda has no plans to cut development of internal combustion engines and will offer petrol, hybrid, PHEV and now EV models, leaving customers to choose their preferred powertrain.

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JAC’s cut-price Ford Everest SUV rival could be NZ bound
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JAC’s cut-price Ford Everest SUV rival could be NZ bound

JAC could expand into the passenger car market next year with 7-seater off-road SUV.

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Suzuki e Sky electric kei car unveiled, likely heading abroad
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Suzuki e Sky electric kei car unveiled, likely heading abroad

The Suzuki e Sky is a cute little electric hatch that will do battle with other kei EVs in Japan, as well as the Renault Twingo in the UK.

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Gallery: Highlights from the Chengdu Motor Show
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Gallery: Highlights from the Chengdu Motor Show

We explore the highlights of the Chengdu Motor Show from brands like Chery, Ford, JAC, and more.

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