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Stellantis confirms $44 billion loss for 2025, suspends profit sharing
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Stellantis confirms $44 billion loss for 2025, suspends profit sharing

Stellantis has published its annual report, detailing the company's massive EV-related losses and the state of sales worldwide.

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Electric LDV ute spotted testing in NZ ahead of potential launch
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Electric LDV ute spotted testing in NZ ahead of potential launch

Fully electric LDV eTerron 9 seen on Kiwi streets. Will it launch here?

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BMW claims 2026 World Car of the Year, Hyundai and Mazda also recognised
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BMW claims 2026 World Car of the Year, Hyundai and Mazda also recognised

The BMW iX3 is this year’s WCOTY, while the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N claimed the performance car gong and the Mazda 6e claimed the design award.

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Diesel doubles in price, overtakes 91 in parts of NZ amid supply fears
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Diesel doubles in price, overtakes 91 in parts of NZ amid supply fears

New Zealand could have just 11.3 days of diesel supply by Easter if current consumption continues.

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Renault returning? French carmaker could sell cars in NZ again
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Renault returning? French carmaker could sell cars in NZ again

Renault conducting "full review" of its local operations, which could lead to passenger car return.

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2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV revealed with up to 800km of range
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2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV revealed with up to 800km of range

The electric Mercedes-Benz C-Class will take on the BMW i3 with a swoopy design, a screen-heavy interior, and up to 800km of range.

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Chery claims 500km range in 8 minutes with new battery, eyes 1500km
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Chery claims 500km range in 8 minutes with new battery, eyes 1500km

A new-generation ‘Rhino’ battery will underpin a range of hybrid, battery-electric, and future solid-state vehicles across three Chery Group brands.

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AA warns NZ petrol prices could reach $4 per litre
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AA warns NZ petrol prices could reach $4 per litre

The price of Brent crude continues to surge due to the war in the Middle East and the price rise Kiwis see at the pump could be significant.

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BYD Seal 6 Touring PHEV with 1600km range confirmed for New Zealand
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BYD Seal 6 Touring PHEV with 1600km range confirmed for New Zealand

BYD is introducing a new station wagon to the New Zealand market and it's aiming to attract current owners of Japanese wagons.

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