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• Smart charger rules take shape as EECA opens consultation

  23-07-2026 22:56 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  New Zealand’s first mandatory smart charging rules are a step closer, with EECA releasing a consultation paper on proposed technical requirements for EV chargers supplied here. The Government agreed in April 2025 to regulate EV chargers for energy flexibility and labelling, and EECA is now seeking industry feedback on how the rules should work in […]
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• Bishop questions lower NZTA performance targets

  23-07-2026 22:42 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  Transport Minister Chris Bishop raised concerns about reduced performance targets proposed by NZ Transport Agency (NZTA), but the agency’s board chose to leave them unchanged, according to reporting by the New Zealand Herald. The Herald reports Bishop wrote to NZTA board chair Simon Bridges in May expressing concern that several draft 2026/27 targets were less […]
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• How China won the car wars

  23-07-2026 20:46 via abc.net.au
  
  In June, a bulk carrier made an unprecedented delivery of EVs to Australia, sounding an ominous warning to the world's automakers.
  
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• Automakers in shock as China takes over

  23-07-2026 20:46 via abc.net.au
  
  In June, a bulk carrier made an unprecedented delivery of EVs to Australia, sounding an ominous warning to the world's automakers.
  
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• Inchcape to end LDV distribution in NZ

  23-07-2026 05:22 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  Inchcape will cease distributing LDV vehicles in New Zealand, with the company confirming it will end its partnership with the Chinese-owned brand following a transition period. The final date for the handover has yet to be confirmed. In a statement, Inchcape said the move followed a review of its brand portfolio as part of its […]
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• Video: XPeng lays out model plan for NZ

  23-07-2026 04:08 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  XPeng will launch five models across Australia and New Zealand within six months, with the G9L large SUV and a new model badged L05 joining the G6, X9 and L03 on the local roadmap. The brand has also committed to bringing its most advanced driver assistance technology here, with its VLA 2.0-powered Navigation Guided Pilot […]
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• District Court orders Opel dealer to refund buyer

  23-07-2026 03:24 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  The District Court has overturned a Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal decision, ruling that a Nelson woman was entitled to reject her new Opel Mokka-e under the Consumer Guarantees Act and ordering the dealer to refund the full purchase price plus interest. In a judgment released on July 9, District Court Judge S.M. Harrop allowed Julie […]
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• Tesla misses profit expectations despite revenue surge

  23-07-2026 00:56 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  Tesla reported mixed second-quarter financial results, missing profit expectations despite posting stronger-than-expected revenue as the company continues to ramp up spending on artificial intelligence, robotics and autonomous vehicles. Revenue rose 26% year-on-year to US$28.24 billion, ahead of Bloomberg consensus forecasts of US$26.32b. However, adjusted earnings per share came in at US$0.33, well below the US$0.50 […]
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• Ford NZ drives into Auckland FC partnership

  23-07-2026 00:29 via autotalk.co.nz
  
  Ford New Zealand has been named the Official Vehicle Partner of Auckland FC, extending its support of football in New Zealand through a new partnership with the reigning A-League Men premiers. As part of the agreement, Ford will supply the club with a fleet of vehicles to support its day-to-day operations, helping transport players, staff […]
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