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Smart returns to its roots with tiny two-seat EV
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Smart returns to its roots with tiny two-seat EV

Since becoming a Geely/Mercedes-Benz joint venture, all of Smart's vehicles have been rather large, but the new #2 is a return to tiny.

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Volkswagen reveals new EVs in Chinese model onslaught
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Volkswagen reveals new EVs in Chinese model onslaught

Volkswagen is throwing everything at its Chinese model onslaught, revealing the first two of 50 models launching before 2030.

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Audi EVs recalled over potential braking issue
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Audi EVs recalled over potential braking issue

Audi e-tron and Q8 e-tron impacted by local recall notice.

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Updated BMW 7 Series is more than just a facelift
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Updated BMW 7 Series is more than just a facelift

BMW reveals latest iteration of uber-luxury, big-grilled 7 Series.

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New Volkswagen T-Roc set to arrive in June
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New Volkswagen T-Roc set to arrive in June

Volkswagen compact crossover to hit New Zealand dealerships shortly.

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Mitsubishi Pajero returning in 2026 to rival Toyota Prado and Ford Everest
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Mitsubishi Pajero returning in 2026 to rival Toyota Prado and Ford Everest

The Japanese brand will bring back a ladder-frame SUV by the end of 2026, but has stopped short of confirming a Pajero badge revival.

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BYD Sealion 05 DM-i: New-generation PHEV triples its electric range
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BYD Sealion 05 DM-i: New-generation PHEV triples its electric range

One of NZ's cheapest PHEVs has been overhauled overseas, gaining EV-inspired styling, more tech and significantly more electric range.

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Ford reveals Supercars-inspired Mustang Dark Horse, but not for NZ
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Ford reveals Supercars-inspired Mustang Dark Horse, but not for NZ

Limited edition Mustang Dark Horse with Australian flavour unveiled.

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2027 Hyundai Ioniq 3 is a smaller, rounder and more accessible Ioniq 5
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2027 Hyundai Ioniq 3 is a smaller, rounder and more accessible Ioniq 5

Hyundai's smallest Ioniq-badged vehicle yet is an MG 4-rivalling hatchback with up to 496km of range.

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