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Trump car tariffs may increase cost of some car parts, lead to more Chinese vehicles in NZ
Car industry groups are keeping a close eye on potential tariff impacts on NZ.

'Devastating impact': Trump's new tariffs on imported cars spark trade tensions
USMCA-compliant auto parts will remain tariff-free for now.

Elon Musk gets ready to enter the restaurant business
New York Times: A retro-futuristic diner is rising on Santa Monica Boulevard in LA.

‘Always seem to blame the driver’: Red Bull criticised for timing of Lawson’s demotion
Yuki Tsunoda will reportedly replace Lawson for the next race in Japan.

From Monaco, to caravan life: The Kiwi Formula One star who quit the limelight
This Kiwi Formula One driver quit at the top of his game - and never looked back.

Watch: Police slate 'appalling' high-speed motorway joyride video
The video shows a boy weaving through traffic, undertaking, covering 3km in a minute.

Porsche parade to descend on Napier led by ex-Formula 1 star
The parade will feature about 130 Porsches and be led by Mark Webber.

Tesla’s Cybertruck has become the world’s most hated car
Telegraph: Elon Musk’s angular pick-up is turning into a symbol of a divided America.

Developer taking $100m Karangahape Rd building plans to Environment Court
Developer hopes the court may hear case this winter and overturn the original decision.

‘Torrid weekend’: Red Bull boss backs Lawson after unlucky start to season
Red Bull boss Christian Horner says Liam Lawson is a strong driver and will bounce back.

'We took a chance': Lawson crashes out in Melbourne, Norris wins F1 opener
Six drivers failed to finish, as rain wrought havoc on the Australian Grand Prix.

Fined 30 times in 12 months: Vehicle mechanic fears losing clients after cars ticketed
‘Ridiculous’: Wardens have been ticketing unwarranted cars in for fixing.

Fast-tracking granted for 4000-home Sunfield plans at Ardmore
'Construction prices are still to adjust to the current property cycle and remain high.'

Trump pauses tariffs for cars as Trudeau call yields no breakthrough
Big Three carmakers get an exemption - but only for a month.

The risks of Trump tariffs encapsulated in a car key
A small widely-used device can have a complex, multi-country manufacturing process.

Debt hits $4.2m: Liquidator reveals further debts owed by car and boat dealer
A potential sale of the business, to help pay off debts, did not eventuate.

Ronan Keating slams ‘broken’ justice system after brother’s death
'It’s a joke and it’s morally corrupt.'

How a free iwi programme is transforming lives through driver licensing
Ngāi Te Rangi's programme targets those struggling with costs and access.

Aftermath of Massey houses car crash
A young couple awoke screaming and clutching each other after a car ploughed into their bedroom, stopping just centimetres from them. Video / Michael Craig

Watch: Four men chase down out-of-control car after driver’s medical event
Video shows a man with his legs dangling out of a window steering the car to safety.

Turners upgrades profit guidance, set for fifth record result
The business aims to achieve its fifth consecutive record result amid a tough economy.