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Cocaine positive tests up nearly 120%
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Cocaine and methamphetamine use continues to climb across New Zealand workplaces.
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FleetPartners Agrees to A$1.13 Billion SG Fleet Takeover
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Fleet management is attracting big-money attention, with SG Fleet Management moving to acquire FleetPartners Group in a cash deal worth approximately A$1.131 billion.
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Tyrewise Collects 8.2 Million End-Of-Life Tyres
Thursday, 22 October 2026
Millions of tyres collected for recycling, well over 5,000 registered partners, over 34,500 processed into tyre derived products and fuel – the second annual report from Tyrewise tells the story of
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New BMW X5 - New Zealand pricing and specifications
Thursday, 22 October 2026
BMW New Zealand has confirmed pricing and specification for the all-new fifth-generation BMW X5 ahead of its market arrival in Q1 2027.
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Changes to light vehicle inspections coming from 1 November
Monday, 12 October 2026
The Government has announced changes to light vehicle inspections, which will start to come into effect from 1 November 2026.
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All-New GWM Haval H7 confirmed for New Zealand
Sunday, 11 October 2026
GWM New Zealand has today confirmed pricing and specification for the all-new Haval H7, with the bold new mid-size SUV set to arrive in three electrified variants priced from
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All-New Nissan Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid confirmed for New Zealand
Thursday, 08 October 2026
Nissan today confirms that the all-new Navara Pro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) will join the local line-up in 2027, with Australia and New Zealand set to become the first right-hand-drive markets globally
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From pavement to the playground - over $1m in Tyrewise funding allocated
Thursday, 01 October 2026
Tyrewise – New Zealand’s national tyre stewardship scheme – has announced its first tranche of funding recipients, who collectively receive more than $1.2m for projects that aim to give Kiwis’ old
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New lane use rules from 1 October
Thursday, 01 October 2026
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is reminding people of new rules coming into effect from tomorrow (1 October) for the use of New Zealand's roads, footpaths and cycle lanes.
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All-electric Mitsubishi ASX VR-e brings more to the EV market
Saturday, 26 September 2026
Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has confirmed pricing and full specification for its all-electric ASX VR-e, with the new four-model range arriving in dealerships in December.
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4,000 crash tests and counting: GWM reaches a major safety milestone
Saturday, 26 September 2026
Crashing 4,000 vehicles might sound destructive, but for GWM it represents years of engineering, testing and investment dedicated to making its vehicles safer.
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ARCHIBALDS OPENS REFURBISHED SHOWROOM IN CHRISTCHURCH
Saturday, 26 September 2026
The multi-million-dollar redevelopment marks the next chapter for a Christchurch business with roots stretching back to 1918.
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Zeekr New Zealand Opens Flagship Retail Space in Auckland
Monday, 21 September 2026
Zeekr’s bold design, advanced technology and growing model range will have a new home in Auckland, with Giltrap Zeekr officially opening to the public at 137 Great North Road on Friday 25 September
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GWM EXTENDS PARTNERSHIP BY FURTHER THREE YEARS
Thursday, 03 September 2026
GWM has signed a three-year extension as the One New Zealand Warriors’ official automotive partner.
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NZ Price and key specifications for all-new Nissan Patrol
Thursday, 03 September 2026
Nissan New Zealand today announced pricing and key specifications for the all-new Nissan Patrol, with a four-grade range opening at $120,990 MSRP. At just $2,000 more than the outgoing Y62 Patrol,
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NZ Has Its First Toyota Mirai Hydrogen Rental Fleet
Tuesday, 18 August 2026
For the first time, New Zealand business customers can rent a Toyota Mirai through Ezi Car Rental and see what it's like to go places with hydrogen, all from Palmerston North Airport.
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A New Home for Volkswagen and Škoda on the North Shore
Monday, 17 August 2026
Giltrap Group will take over retail representation of Volkswagen and Škoda on Auckland's North Shore from 1 October, bringing the Volkswagen Group's brands together in the heart of the North Shore.
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Zero-interest loans accelerate EV charger rollout
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
The Government is pushing ahead with its drive to deliver 10,000 public electric vehicle (EV) chargers by 2030, opening a second round of zero-interest loans to encourage private sector investment
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MMNZ confirms arrival of all-electric ASX VR-e
Monday, 10 August 2026
Mitsubishi Motors New Zealand (MMNZ) has confirmed the Q4 2026 arrival of an all-new ASX VR-e battery electric vehicle (BEV) range, broadening customer choice across its expanding line-up.
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Nissan NZ expands X-TRAIL range
Monday, 03 August 2026
Nissan New Zealand has expanded its top-selling X-TRAIL range with two new front-wheel-drive e-POWER hybrid variants and the debut of two adventure-focused Rock Creek grades, broadening the appeal
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GWM's 3L Diesel Powertrain built for ANZ
Friday, 31 July 2026
GWM has opened expressions of interest for its all-new 3.0-litre turbo-diesel, set to make its global debut in New Zealand and Australia this September as part of significant upgrades to the Tank
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NZ Police and Škoda NZ Extend Successful Fleet Partnership
Friday, 31 July 2026
Škoda New Zealand is proud to announce the extension of its fleet partnership with the New Zealand Police, continuing a successful collaboration that began four years ago.
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Inchcape to cease LDV distribution in New Zealand
Thursday, 23 July 2026
Shocking news from NZ's LDV distributor Inchcape:
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Growing support for automotive choice of repairer law to protect motorists' right to choose
Tuesday, 21 July 2026
The New Zealand Choice of Repairer Industry Leaders Group have welcomed growing industry and public support for a Choice of Repairer law, saying the case for reform has never been stronger and Parl
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Toyota selects local brand Evnex as EV charging partner
Monday, 20 July 2026
Toyota New Zealand and its luxury brand, Lexus, are accelerating their electrified mobility journey, naming New Zealand manufacturer
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Inchcape to End KGM Brand Distribution in New Zealand
Thursday, 02 July 2026
Inchcape has announced that it will cease its distribution of the KGM brand in New Zealand following a joint decision with its original equipment manufacturer (OEM) partner, KGM.
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Forthing NZ adds 2 new Dealerships
Wednesday, 01 July 2026
Forthing NZ is going further, faster. The brand has just landed two major new dealer partners - Winger Motors on Auckland's North Shore and Ebbetts in Tauranga
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BMW's Fifth-Generation X5 Gets 5 Powertrain Options
Wednesday, 01 July 2026
The automotive world has been waiting, and BMW has finally delivered. The all-new fifth-generation BMW X5 is here, and it's bringing more innovation, choice, and sophistication than ever before.
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Toyota Celebrates 60 Years in New Zealand
Sunday, 28 June 2026
Toyota New Zealand is marking 60 years in Aotearoa in 2026, reflecting on six decades of supporting the people, industries and communities that have helped shape modern New Zealand.
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Ford New Zealand Drives 'Servitization' Strategy
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Beyond the Showroom: Ford New Zealand Drives 'Servitization' Strategy with New 5-Year Care and Pre-Paid Service Plans
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