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NZ new car sales June 2026: EVs surge as Tesla Model Y tops the charts
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NZ new car sales June 2026: EVs surge as Tesla Model Y tops the charts

The new car industry continues to grow, driven by strong demand for passenger cars and electrified vehicles, with battery-electric and plug-in hybrid models making up 38 per cent of registrations.

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Honda and Nissan close to announcing cooperation deal – report
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Honda and Nissan close to announcing cooperation deal – report

A merger is no longer on the table, but Honda and Nissan are close to deals that could see them jointly develop components, software and some vehicles.

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Google Maps gets Kiwi accent update with correct te reo Māori pronunciation
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Google Maps gets Kiwi accent update with correct te reo Māori pronunciation

Google says the AI-powered update speaks English with a Kiwi accent, and it welcomes user input to make it's Māori pronunciation better over time.

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BYD increases prices across New Zealand lineup, Atto 1 loses cheapest EV crown
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BYD increases prices across New Zealand lineup, Atto 1 loses cheapest EV crown

BYD has increased prices across its New Zealand lineup by between $1000 and $2000, marking the brand's first price rise in three years.

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McMurtry Spéirling PURE EV revealed with F1-rivalling performance for $2.3m
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McMurtry Spéirling PURE EV revealed with F1-rivalling performance for $2.3m

The production-ready McMurtry Spéirling PURE will deliver 2000kg of fan-generated downforce, 3g cornering performance, and a 1.55-second 0-97km/h sprint.

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What is an 'intimidating convoy'? Here's what New Zealand's new law actually means
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What is an 'intimidating convoy'? Here's what New Zealand's new law actually means

The Government insists its new 'intimidating convoy' offence isn't aimed at car clubs or organised cruises, but at groups using dangerous driving to frighten communities.

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Volkswagen ID. Polo EV hatch unlikely for NZ, but ID. Cross SUV is as stronger contender
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Volkswagen ID. Polo EV hatch unlikely for NZ, but ID. Cross SUV is as stronger contender

While the petrol-powered Polo is set to return, the full-electric ID. Polo looks less likely, with Kiwis favouring small SUVs over lower hatchbacks.

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Lamborghini Urus SE Performante revealed as its fastest, most powerful SUV yet
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Lamborghini Urus SE Performante revealed as its fastest, most powerful SUV yet

Lamborghini has unveiled a more powerful and lighter plug-in hybrid flagship SUV, producing 596kW and 1000Nm.

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Forthing expands New Zealand dealer network with two new locations
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Forthing expands New Zealand dealer network with two new locations

Forthing move to expand their dealer network in the North Island.

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