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Porsche Taycan avoids axe, electric Boxster and Cayman still going ahead
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Porsche Taycan avoids axe, electric Boxster and Cayman still going ahead

Porsche's CEO has quashed reports the company will axe its first EV, the Taycan, while also confirming the electric 718 Boxster and Cayman remain on track.

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Skoda and NZ Police unveils next-generation Superb patrol car
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Skoda and NZ Police unveils next-generation Superb patrol car

The latest Skoda Superb 'Patrol One' Police car has been revealed after a two year development process.

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2027 Nissan Patrol confirmed for NZ: order books open for twin-turbo V6 SUV
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2027 Nissan Patrol confirmed for NZ: order books open for twin-turbo V6 SUV

Customers can now put their name down for Nissan's most powerful Patrol yet.

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Chinese carmakers continuing to gain momentum in New Zealand
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Chinese carmakers continuing to gain momentum in New Zealand

For the first time, New Zealand's fourth, fifth, and sixth most popular new car brands are all from China.

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Audi A2 e-tron teased with efficiency to beat almost every EV on sale in NZ
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Audi A2 e-tron teased with efficiency to beat almost every EV on sale in NZ

Audi upcoming electric A2 looks set to be one of the most efficient EVs available when it goes on sale locally in 2027.

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Leapmotor B03 electric hatch unveiled as Geely EX2 rival
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Leapmotor B03 electric hatch unveiled as Geely EX2 rival

The B03 is a challenger to China’s best-selling car, the Geely EX2, and could join the cut-price EV battleground in New Zealand.

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Mitsubishi Triton & Pajero hybrid confirmed as part of major Thai investment – report
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Mitsubishi Triton & Pajero hybrid confirmed as part of major Thai investment – report

An additional investment in its Thai facilities is expected to see Mitsubishi launch hybrid versions of its Triton and upcoming Pajero.

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NZ new car sales July 2026: Passenger cars keep market steady as EV demand continues to climb
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NZ new car sales July 2026: Passenger cars keep market steady as EV demand continues to climb

One in three new cars sold in July could be plugged in, as EV and PHEV passenger car sales keep the market steady while ute registrations plummet.

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Major driver licence changes moves closer as NZTA seeks feedback on learner testing
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Major driver licence changes moves closer as NZTA seeks feedback on learner testing

New Zealand's driver licensing system is set for a major shake-up, with the full licence test axed, tougher learner rules introduced, and stricter penalties for restricted drivers.

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