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First quarter double-digit growth for Mini

First quarter double-digit growth for Mini

Mini New Zealand has recorded double-digit growth in 2024, mainly for March, when the brand saw an 85% increase in sales.  This momentum contributed to a first quarter with 186 retails, a 16% increase compared to the previous year.  Mini New Zealand says it...

Kia confirms Tasman ute arrival in 2025

Kia confirms Tasman ute arrival in 2025

Kia New Zealand has confirmed that its new Tasman ute will arrive in 2025. The new ute has undergone extensive durability testing and ride and handling programmes throughout Australia. Kia New Zealand managing director Todd McDonald says the Tasman has been designed and engineered...

ANZ Truckometer jumps back

Truckometer reveals a slow March

The ANZ Truckometer light traffic index rose 0.1% month-on-month in March, while the heavy traffic index fell 1.8% following a couple of strong months.  “While both indices have a mild upward trend, in per capita terms light traffic is trending down while heavy traffic...

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