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Kia’s PV5 wins the ‘2026 International Van of the Year’
November 20, 2025
Kia announces that its all-electric PV5 has been named the ‘2026 International Van of the Year’, a historic first for both the brand and a Korean manufacturer.
Next-generation Nissan Navara debuts ahead of showroom arrival next year
November 19, 2025
Building on four decades of pickup heritage in Oceania, Nissan today unveiled its new Navara, set to raise the bar in the region’s one-tonne segment.
GWM’s Ora 5 EV launch in China.
November 11, 2025
Great Wall Motor’s (GWM) brand new all-electric SUV, the Ora 5, will begin pre-sales on November 12 in China with a maximum cruising range of 580 km.
Paddon Primed for Title Showdown in Tasmania
November 6, 2025
Hyundai New Zealand’s Hayden Paddon heads to Rally Tasmania ready to fight for his first-ever Australian Rally Championship (ARC) title.
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2026 Kia Sportage Named ‘2025 TOP SAFETY PICK+’ in 2025 IIHS Crash Test Ratings
November 5, 2025
Kia Corporation has announced that the 2026 Sportage SUV has been awarded the 2025 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) rating in the latest crash test evaluations...
Cupra takes to the track
November 3, 2025
Cupra has held its first track day in NZ, with a recent event at Hampton Downs. Formentor, Terramar and Leon Sportstourer were all put through their paces.
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The Kia EV4 shortlisted for 2026 Car of the Year
November 3, 2025
The Kia EV4 has been officially shortlisted for the final round of the 2026 Car of the Year (COTY) award. Selected by 60 jurors from 23 countries.
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