Auto Trader New Zealand has appointed Dan Michelle as General Manager, based in Auckland, as the automotive marketplace continues to evolve its New Zealand operations. Michelle joins Auto Trader with extensive experience in digital platforms and commercial leadership, most recently serving as General Manager...

Fees and levies charged by the New Zealand Customs Service and the Ministry for Primary Industries for managing goods have changed from April 1, 2026, in a move aimed at improving cost recovery and better reflecting the cost of border operations. The changes replace...

The Government has removed consenting barriers for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, aiming to speed up the rollout of chargers across New Zealand. RMA Reform Minister Chris Bishop says changes to the National Environmental Standards for Electricity Transmission Activities will introduce nationally consistent permitted activity...

The ANZ Truckometer shows light traffic volumes fell in March, potentially reflecting the impact of rising fuel prices on household travel and discretionary activity. The light traffic index (LTI), which covers motorbikes, cars and vans, declined 2.4% month-on-month but remains up 3.6% year-on-year. After...

The Chery-owned Jaecoo brand has achieved a historic milestone in the United Kingdom, with the J7 SUV overtaking the Ford Puma to become Britain's best-selling new car in March 2026. The J7 recorded 10,064 registrations for the month, finishing 871 units ahead of the...