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Nissan Patrol, X-Trail and Toyota factories hit by Japan earthquake
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Nissan Patrol, X-Trail and Toyota factories hit by Japan earthquake

Several auto factories have halted operations after a major earthquake in southwest Japan; the impact on local vehicle supply remains unknown.

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Suzuki Jimny gains adventurous new Horizon variant
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Suzuki Jimny gains adventurous new Horizon variant

New Suzuki Jimny Horizon adds 'adventure-ready accessories' to plucky off-roader.

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Mini Countryman Edition to feature a little more off-roading ability
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Mini Countryman Edition to feature a little more off-roading ability

The new Mini Countryman Edition won't be challenging the Toyota LandCruiser, but it is set to offer smidgen more go-anywhere capability.

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Ram adds 1500 Express Black Edition to local line-up
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Ram adds 1500 Express Black Edition to local line-up

NZ's best-selling full-size American pick-up, the Ram 1500, gets a new entry-level variant.

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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Cabriolet confirmed to live again with AMG G63 flagship
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Mercedes-Benz G-Class Cabriolet confirmed to live again with AMG G63 flagship

An open-top G-Class is on the way, with the Mercedes-AMG G63 set to spearhead the return of the iconic off-roader's cabriolet body style.

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Why BMW still sets the standard for luxury SUVs
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Why BMW still sets the standard for luxury SUVs

SPONSORED: Few premium automotive brands combine luxury, technology and driver engagement like BMW does.

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Mazda CEO says electric MX-5 is being prepared
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Mazda CEO says electric MX-5 is being prepared

Mazda MX-5 successor 'must also be ready for a scenario without a combustion engine,' says CEO.

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BMW receives approval to cut 8000 jobs - report
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BMW receives approval to cut 8000 jobs - report

Declining sales in China, and a war in the Middle East have prompted BMW to trim its workforce by around five per cent.

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA: New small SUV revealed with electric and mild-hybrid power
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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLA: New small SUV revealed with electric and mild-hybrid power

The German automaker's third-generation small SUV will be bigger than before and available with pure-electric power for the first time.

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