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Mercedes-Benz to sponsor ASB Tennis Classic
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Mercedes-Benz to sponsor ASB Tennis Classic
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The partnership reflects Mercedes-Benz’s global commitment to professional tennis via its long-term partnership with the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA).

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Startling dashcam findings about NZ drivers by Navman
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Startling dashcam findings about NZ drivers by Navman
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According to research commissioned by Navman, 71 per cent of drivers believe driving with a dash cam encourages safer driving habits, yet just 25 per cent own a dash cam.

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How to: Maintain the value of your car
Liz Dobson
How to: Maintain the value of your car
Liz Dobson

New Zealand’s relatively small used-car market means buyers have plenty of choice, so a well-maintained, tidy car can stand out from the competition. We have five simple ways to help protect your car’s value.

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Ford NZ supports Vintage Car Club Daffodil rally
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Ford NZ supports Vintage Car Club Daffodil rally
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The rallying communities from Northland to Otago are raising funds for the New Zealand Cancer Society, and the initiative will help support patient transport services.

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Reviewed: Last ever V8 Nissan Patrol large SUV
Liz Dobson
Reviewed: Last ever V8 Nissan Patrol large SUV
Liz Dobson

With orders for the all-new to New Zealand, next-generation Y63 Patrol set to open later this year — introducing a new 3.5-litre V6 Twin Turbo powertrain — the Y62 run-out marks the closing chapter of more than a decade of V8-powered Patrol performance and capability.

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Reviewed: Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e SUV
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Reviewed: Mercedes-Benz GLA 250e SUV
Liz Dobson

The 250e sits price-wise halfway in the five-model GLA line-up, with the 200 priced from $78,000 and topping off with $114,900 for the Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 4MATIC. The 250e costs from $93,200.

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MODERN CLASSIC

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Aston Martin DB2 star of Webb’s car auction
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Aston Martin DB2 star of Webb’s car auction
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The 1952 Aston Martin DB2/4 Mark II that had already garnered plenty of attention pre-auction and sold for $418,000.

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Modern Classic: Maybach
Matt Chapman
Modern Classic: Maybach
Matt Chapman

In 2007, the “62 Landaulet” body style was brought to the market at the Middle East motor show and only eight units were produced.

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ELECTRIC

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Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 wins NZ car of the year 2021
Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 wins NZ car of the year 2021

It is also the first winner of the award to be available under the government's 'Clean Car' scheme, with its entry-level variant eligible for an $8650 rebate.

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Reviewed: Peugeot e208 electric hatchback
Reviewed: Peugeot e208 electric hatchback

Priced from $61,9090, it is eligible for the $8625 clean car rebate, taking the price to $53,27.

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