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Kiwis can buy the new Skoda Enyaq today, while Australians have to wait until late 2024. Australia’s EV uptake accounts for just 1.5% of global sales. Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and South Africa are also listed.
Christchurch EV expo to be the largest display of electric vehicles in NZ Christchurch is set to host the second coming of the Take Charge EV Expo. Nearly 50 electric cars and vans will be on show, as well as New Zealand’s only battery-powered ute. Abarth, Audi, BMW, BYD, Citroen, Cupra, Fiat, Ford, Genesis, GWM, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, MG, Opel, Peugeot, Polestar, Porsche, Skoda, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo.
Skoda's Citigo is the UK's most reliable car, according to new data Skoda's Citigo is the UK's most reliable car, according to new data. It's followed by the Tesla Model 3, Lexus CT, Fiat 124 and Volvo S90. Most reliable manufacturer is Dacia (the budget arm of Renault Group)
Electric cars dominate 2023 NZ Car of the Year finalists BMW i7, Cupra Born, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 6, Lexus RZ 450e, Mercedes-Benz EQE, MG4, Nissan X-Trail, Peugeot 308, and Skoda Enyaq. The Motoring Writers’ Guild comprises 22 motoring journalists from all over the country. Voting guild members are set to decide on a winner in the coming months, with the winner to be announced in February 2024.
Skoda Enyaq iV Coupe review: A big and bold break from the norm The Skoda Enyaq iV is the marque's first solely electric sort-of-SUV. In its most basic form, with a 77kWh battery and an impressive WLTP range of 353 miles it costs £46,440.
Ask the Expert: Which 4x4 can help my injured husband get back on the farm? My husband can no longer drive as he fell and suffered a brain injury. However, he is an ex-farmer, so I need to be able to drive him along farm tracks so that he can still keep his eye on things. We intend to trade in both our cars for a petrol or diesel four-wheel drive, nearly new, with a sub-£40,000 list price to avoid excess car tax. We are thinking Hyundai Tucson, Skoda Karoq or Volkswagen T-Roc – have you any other suggestions?– JBDear JB, of the cars you’ve suggested, my pick would be theKaroq.
Vatican in deal with Volkswagen for all-electric car... The governor's office of the world's smallest state gave no financial details of the deal. It said would involve medium- and long-term leasing of Volkswagen and Skoda cars. Vatican would build a network of electric charging stations inside its walls and at its properties.
Vatican in deal with Volkswagen for all-electric car fleet by 2030 The governor's office of the world's smallest state gave no financial details of the deal. It said would involve medium- and long-term leasing of Volkswagen and Skoda cars. Vatican would build a network of electric charging stations inside its walls and at its properties.
Paisley motorist jailed for killing taxi driver in Barrhead Scott Gilligan also had no insurance when he got behind the wheel of a Vauxhall Insignia to collect a prescription at a chemist on June 14, 2021. The 35-year-old, of Paisley, went onto the wrong side of the road at a bend before hitting a Skoda Octavia driven by Edward Cullen. This also resulted in Margaret Mansell being flung into a hedge. Mr Cullen tragically passed away in hospital three months after the collision.
Three injured in ‘stabbing’ after gang fight with weapons Three men injured in suspected'stabbing' on main Birmingham road. Neighbours reported a group of people fighting by the A38 Tyburn Road. The trouble continued on the opposite side of the main road, right next to the Skoda showroom shortly before 3am. One man, believed to be 39, was said to have been'stabbed' four times.
Police investigation live as blue tent erected at Tyburn Road 'fight' scene A street off Tyburn Road, near to the Skoda garage has been shut off for hours. People living nearby have told BirminghamLive there was a stabbing, which resulted in a man being taken away in an ambulance. A blue tent was erected at the Erdington scene this morning as police investigate.
RAY MASSEY: Renault's new Austral E-Tech is the complete package Renault's new Austral E-Tech is aimed at busy families on the move. The five-seater replaces the previous Kadjar and is a rival to the Peugeot 3008, Skoda Kodiaq, Hyundai Tucson and Nissan Qashqai. It has a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and two electric motors.
Road test: Audi Q4 e-tron, a new affordable German EV benchmark? The Audi Q4 e-tron is the latest Volkswagen MEB platform-based EV to launch in New Zealand. It follows the likes of the Skoda Enyaq and Cupra Born. It may share its platform with other models, but the Q4 feels very specifically Audi inside.
Skoda reveals 2023 Superb sedan ahead of November 2 unveiling Skoda has released the first look of the upcoming fourth generation of its Superb sedan. The model's official unveiling is slated for November 2. Skoda has continued its MQB platform in the fourth generation Superb.
Expert reveals the best car to buy if you want your annual service to always be cheap The Vauxhall/Opel Corsa, Toyota Aygo and Skoda Fabia are all recommended. Car owners need to ask themselves if owning a car full time is necessary for their lifestyle.
Watch: Nitin Gadkari takes test ride of sky bus in Sharjah Union minister Nitin Gadkari has visited the pilot certification and experience centre of uSky Technology in Sharjah, UAE. In Shahjah, he experienced safety and evacuation demo showcased. He also took a test drive in a hydrogen bus by Skoda in Prague.
Nitin Gadkari takes test drive on Skoda's hydrogen bus in Prague: Watch Nitin Gadkari, the Union minister of road, transport and highways, on Monday, took a test drive on a Skoda's hydrogen bus in Prague. According to the minister, hydrogen buses hold “significant promise in reducing carbon emissions and addressing environmental concerns”
Nitin Gadkari Tests Hydrogen Bus In Prague Nitin Gadkari on Monday took a test drive in a Hydrogen Bus by Skoda in Prague. Union Cabinet approved the National Green Hydrogen Mission in January this year. During his visit, he attended 27th World Road Congress in Czech Republic.
Nitin Gadkari takes a ride on hydrogen-powered bus in Prague, netizens react Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari took a test drive on the Skoda’s hydrogen-powered bus in Prague. Expectedly, netizens flocked to the comments section to share their thoughts. One individual requested that all school and state-run buses run on hydrogen in the coming years.
Speed camera shows dog behind the wheel of car in Slovakia A speeding driver has been fined after a police speed camera caught his vehicle travelling over the limit - with a dog seemingly behind the wheel. The incident occurred in Slovakia, and police went public with the image of Skoda-driving hunting dog.
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