Zeekr New Zealand is set to double its range with three new models. Zeekr 9X Super Hybrid Targeting Ultra-Luxury Segment The 9X acts as both a super-luxury model and a technology flagship for the brand. The vehicle is available in dual-motor or tri-motor specifications, with the dual-motor layout delivering 600kW and 935Nm of torque, while … Read more
Iran and the United States remain at loggerheads over efforts to secure a permanent end to the war in the Gulf, according to a senior Iranian source who reported zero progress in reviving an interim deal agreed in June. The stalled diplomatic efforts coincided with a fresh wave of maritime attacks on Tuesday that rattled … Read more
Treasury Wine Estates Faces A$558.4 Million Charge Amid U.S. Operational Pivot Treasury Wine Estates (TWE.AX) expects to record an additional A$558.4 million ($394.5 million) post-tax charge in 2026, stemming from a strategic review of its Americas business. According to Reuters, this write-down targets U.S.-based assets and brands, following a June announcement that identified excess supply-chain … Read more
TV presenter Richard Hammond was ordered to pay a total financial penalty of £1,771—approximately $2,302—and received seven driving licence points after admitting to two speeding offenses committed within a 20-day span, according to court records from Telford Magistrates’ Court. Richard Hammond Speeding Offenses in Herefordshire West Mercia Police prosecuted the TV presenter after catching him … Read more
The Kia PV5 is a bespoke electric van designed for modular commercial use, featuring a dedicated E-GMP.S platform that prioritizes fleet flexibility and low-cost maintenance. According to Kia New Zealand, the vehicle offers a 416km range, a 765kg payload, and a competitive total cost of ownership (TCO) that aims to undercut diesel-powered rivals like the … Read more
Skoda UK has released a promotional film featuring the electric Elroq RS drag racing three 1980s-era supercars at Dunsfold Aerodrome. The stunt highlights the Elroq RS’s status as the fastest-accelerating production vehicle in the brand’s history, though the 250kW dual-motor variant remains absent from the current New Zealand market lineup. Performance Metrics: EV vs. Classic … Read more
Volkswagen Group is implementing an immediate, sweeping restructuring plan to reduce its global model portfolio by up to 50 percent and slash optional equipment configurations by 75 percent. The conglomerate, which oversees brands including Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen, is also capping annual production capacity at nine million vehicles to prioritize high-margin, high-value products in response … Read more
U.S. electric vehicle adoption is slowing significantly as federal policy shifts and regulatory support wanes. BloombergNEF’s 2026 Electric Vehicle Outlook, published in June, projects that EVs and plug-in hybrids will capture only 17% of the U.S. market by 2030, down from a 2024 projection of 47.5%. This decline follows the removal of federal tax credits … Read more
Western Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave that has shattered historical temperature records, resulting in dozens of deaths, widespread power grid disruptions, and significant agricultural losses. Authorities across France, the United Kingdom, Spain, and Italy report that extreme conditions—driven by a rare “Omega block” weather pattern—have forced school closures, altered public infrastructure operations, and … Read more
Hyundai is developing advanced simulated gearbox technology for its future electric N-series models, aiming to replicate the sensory experience of internal combustion engines. According to Manfred Harrer, the automaker’s head of R&D, the company is currently testing features that include simulated idling, exhaust backfiring, and physical vibrations to enhance driver engagement in electric vehicles. Why … Read more