Geely coming to NZ – Announces Strategic Partnership with Giltrap Group
Geely Auto has announced a strategic partnership with the Giltrap Group, appointing it as the country’s official distributor. The Chinese giant says this partnership signifies ‘a key achievement in Geely's global expansion, further solidifying its presence in the Oceanian market. "New Zealand is crucial to our global expansion, and we are excited to strengthen our presence and partnerships here. The alliances we’ve established with a leading distributor like Giltrap Group will be pivotal to Geely’s sustained growth and reputation in the region," said Li Lei, CEO...
Read moreDetailsFord Looks to Cut Almost 5000 Jobs in Europe
Legacy car companies continue to struggle this year as EV demand remains sluggish. Tougher emissions regulations are also making ICE...
MTA Issues A Pass Mark for Govt But More Action Needed
The Motor Trade Association (MTA) says progress on roads of national significance and clean car standards has earned the Government...
Simply Sime
Sime Darby is shortening its name, and henceforth the firm will be simply known as “Sime”. This “reflects the group’s...
Construction Of SH1 Papakura to Drury Continues
Transport Minister Simeon Brown says that construction on the next stage of the SH1 Papakura to Drury project will begin...
Falling EV Battery Prices Bode Well for Price Parity
EV battery prices are falling, and this trend may accelerate over the next two years, according to Goldman Sachs. That...
Christchurch yard enters receivership, sends poo pics to disgruntled customers
A used car dealership in Christchurch, iSeeCars, has been placed into receivership amidst multiple legal issues and debts. And it...
Early Implementation of Raised Speed Limit for Kāpiti Expressway
The new 110km/h speed limit on the Kāpiti Expressway Road of National Significance (RoNS) will come into effect on 13 November 2024. That’s more than a fortnight earlier than expected, according to Transport Minister Simeon Brown. “Boosting economic growth and productivity is a priority for the Government. The new 110km/h speed limit will help to reduce travel times, increase efficiency, and get people and freight where they want to go...
Read moreDetailsAMI Roadside Rescue is Now Free For New Drivers
AMI Roadside Rescue service will henceforth be free of charge for a year to anyone who passes their restricted or...
MTA Elects Sturrock Saunders As Its New President
Members of the Motor Trade Association (MTA) have elected current board member Sturrock Saunders as their new President. Mr Saunders...
Lotus and Nissan To Shed Staff Amid EV Downturn
Lotus is facing strong business headwinds and is shedding up to 200 more staff in the UK. It has already...
Auckland Rail Network Does a Brynderwyn
Next year SH1 is due to close between Kaiwaka and Waipu again for a couple of months. This is so...
GWM Cannon Alpha Rated Five Stars By ANCAP
The first alternative-powered ute tested and rated by ANCAP has scored five stars in crash testing. GWM’s Cannon Alpha, available...
Kia Returns To SEMA With EV Adventure Concepts
Kia America unveiled two pretty cool customized concept vehicles on the opening day of SEMA show. This is the 2024...
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