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Bishop questions lower NZTA performance targets

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...

Video: XPeng lays out model plan for NZ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrlRV3uLb2A 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...

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District Court orders Opel dealer to refund buyer

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...

Tesla misses profit expectations despite revenue surge

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...

Ford NZ drives into Auckland FC partnership

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...

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