Next Generation Outlander PHEV expected to boost MMNZ charge
PRESS RELEASE Hot on the heels of a record sales month in January for Outlander (1,186 units), New Zealand’s 2021 top-selling passenger car has been joined by a new and improved plug-in hybrid electric cousin – the Next Generation Outlander PHEV – with first shipments starting to arrive now. NZ’s favourite PHEV arrives with considerable […]
Volvo Cars introduces refreshed models and a new single-motor C40 Recharge variant
PRESS RELEASE Volvo Cars is introducing a range of updates to its entire car line-up, the most prominent of which is an exterior refresh of its fully electric XC40 Recharge. The company also unveils a single-electric-motor variant of the pure electric C40 Recharge. The new C40 and XC40 variants, along with all other new Volvo […]
Hyundai New Zealand enters WRC2 with Hayden Paddon
PRESS RELEASE A 100 per cent New Zealand rally team returns to world rallying with confirmation that Hyundai New Zealand is backing Kiwi rally star Hayden Paddon with an exciting new, international partnership. Under the Hyundai New Zealand Rally banner, Paddon and long-time co-driver John Kennard will compete in a Hyundai i20N Rally2 car in […]
Staria-Trek: Hyundai Staria 8-Seater Review
Prior to last year, the first van one would think of with a Hyundai emblem was the proven iLoad and its sister, the iMax. Now, there is a new ship in the sector in the form of the new Staria. Like its predecessors, the Staria is available as a work focused Load or people focused […]
Lotus Type 132 SUV to be released at the end of March
New teaser videos and images emerge of the Type 132.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ first electric offering for New Zealand
PRESS RELEASE The all-new Multivan Plug-In Hybrid landing here in May, represents the very first electrifiedoffering from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, New Zealand. It also bears the unmistakable genes of the world’s best-known van design. The brand new T7 platform has evolved from a long-standing heritage and pays homage tothe DNA of its Kombi predecessor while […]
The all-new Mazda CX-60 to premiere on 8th March
PRESS RELEASE The subtle yet confident styling of Mazda’s new flagship model, the all-new CX-60 PHEV, represents the latest development of the company’s unique Kodo design philosophy. The strong personality of the CX-60 comes from its beautiful and natural proportions, clearly revealing its front-engine, rear-wheel drive character. The exterior design is inspired by the Japanese […]
Next-gen silicon carbide inverter capable of delivering step change in EV powertrain performance
PRESS RELEASE Leading electrification specialist, Equipmake, has launched an all-new, next-generation inverter, which can deliver a step-change in the performance of all electric vehicles. Leveraging the high-power density of silicon carbide, Equipmake’s HPI-800 inverter delivers such efficiency gains that not only does it have the potential to reduce the size of an EV’s battery by […]
New Jeep EV – quick look
PRESS RELEASE Today, during Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan presentation, Carlos Tavares, the chief executive officer (CEO) of Stellantis, revealed images of the first-ever 100 per cent battery-electric Jeep SUV, as the brand continues its global initiatives toward the full electrification of its SUV portfolio. This new fully electric Jeep vehicle will be launched […]
Introducing the Next-Generation Ford Everest
PRESS RELEASE The Next-Generation Ford Everest makes its global debut today, blending adventure-ready capability with exceptional comfort and customer-focused technology in a rugged, refined and fun to drive SUV. Engineered to excite, the Next-Gen Everest has been built for the adventurous – with capability at its core. Inside, premium levels of craftsmanship have created a […]