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Hyundai Tucson recalled over braking issue
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Hyundai Tucson recalled over braking issue

Hyundai's popular mid-size SUV recalled over potential driver assistance issue that can lead to unexpected brake applications.

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Toyota Hilux celebrates 50 years in NZ as electric future approaches
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Toyota Hilux celebrates 50 years in NZ as electric future approaches

The iconic Toyota Hilux turns 50 in New Zealand, just as the model enters a new era of diesel, hybrid and now electric power.

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2026 BMW M3 CS Handschalter revealed as ultimate manual send-off – but NZ misses out
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2026 BMW M3 CS Handschalter revealed as ultimate manual send-off – but NZ misses out

BMW goes back to its roots with the final, manual-only, G80 M3, but it wont be making its way to New Zealand.

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Ferrari Luce revealed: first electric Ferrari takes bold design approach
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Ferrari Luce revealed: first electric Ferrari takes bold design approach

Ferrari has finally pulled the covers off its first fully electric car, and it's like nothing the brand has built before.

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Citroën 2CV set for return as stripped-back, affordable $30K EV
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Citroën 2CV set for return as stripped-back, affordable $30K EV

The Citroën 2CV is set to return in 2028 , with the revived French icon set to be priced for less than NZ$30,000.

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This new-car trend needs to stop before someone gets hurt
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This new-car trend needs to stop before someone gets hurt

After more than half a century of relatively standardised controls, car companies are messing with the formula – and they had better knock it off!

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Nissan set to cancel plans for new UK EV factory
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Nissan set to cancel plans for new UK EV factory

Plant that had been expected to produce 340,000 EV powertrains per year put on ice.

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Stellantis to launch 60 new models by 2030 in $118bn turnaround plan
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Stellantis to launch 60 new models by 2030 in $118bn turnaround plan

A new platform, 60 new models, and production of Chinese cars in Europe are all part of the new Stellantis turnaround plan.

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Roadside drug testing to be rolled out nationwide: 'expect to be caught'
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Roadside drug testing to be rolled out nationwide: 'expect to be caught'

NZ Police minister says "if you take drugs and drive, you should expect to be caught.”

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