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September 01, 2024

Leaf discount now hits brand-new stock

September 01, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Leaf discount now hits brand-new stock

Nissan NZ has pushed through its pre-registered cars, now it looking to clear out its factory fresh examples.

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September 01, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
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Leaf, EV, discount, Nissan NZ
July 16, 2024

Flagship, mid-grade EV9 cheaper than entry edition

July 16, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
Flagship, mid-grade EV9 cheaper than entry edition

EV doldrum discounting pulls $35k from top line EV9, $26k from medium grade. 

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July 16, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
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EV9, Kia NZ, discount
July 15, 2024

MIA chief: EVs still imperative under CO2 revision

July 15, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
MIA chief: EVs still imperative under CO2 revision

Revised emissions rules make it easier for ICE, but electric needs to run hot as well. 

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July 15, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
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April 16, 2024

BYD incentive offers RUCs, charger

April 16, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
BYD incentive offers RUCs, charger

Promotion aims to lift Atto 3, Dolphin and Seal from first quarter doldrum.

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April 16, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
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February 13, 2024

VW NZ drops ID model, revises EV forecast

February 13, 2024/ Richard Bosselman
VW NZ drops ID model, revises EV forecast

Consignments cancelled as distributor fears consumer interest in new electrics might lapse for three to six months.

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February 13, 2024/ Richard Bosselman/
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March 29, 2018

No deals, no dealerships – all change for Toyota

March 29, 2018/ Richard Bosselman
 No deals, no dealerships – all change for Toyota

Toyota is changing the way it sells cars – but is it one rule for all?

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March 29, 2018/ Richard Bosselman/
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