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Our team endeavor to stay up-to-date with the latest news and insights from Ingham Taupo Brand Partners and beyond, allowing us to discuss the latest industry information within the New Zealand car market.

Mitsubishi Future Car Concept.
20 Nov

PV5 wins the International Award

PV5 has been named the 2026 International Van of the Year. Marking a historic first.

05 Nov

2026 Kia Sportage Named ‘2025 TOP SAFETY PICK+’ in 2025 IIHS Crash Test Ratings

Sportage earned the elite TSP+ rating by receiving the highest possible “Good” rating across all major assessment categories, including the small overlap front, updated moderate overlap front and …

31 Oct

Suzuki e VITARA Set to Arrive in New Zealand

From the second quarter 2026, the fan-favourite Vitara is turning electric with the arrival of the Suzuki e VITARA. Completely new from the ground up, it is Suzuki Global’s first full-electric vehic…

20 Oct

Labour Day Opening Hours

Some of our dealerships will have different opening hours…

09 Oct

Kia to power ESport in New Zealand

Kia New Zealand is proud to announce its official major…

03 Oct

Pricing released for Kia EV4

Kia New Zealand has officially launched the price for the new EV4 ‘Fastback’ electric sedan.

01 Oct

Kia EV4. Redefining everyday driving

Combining a sleek fastback design with cutting-edge te…

01 Oct

Exploring the Mitsubishi Triton

We take a closer look at the Triton. A ute that balances capability with everyday comfort.

29 Sep

The Future of Business Fleets

Why PBV? The Shift from Vans to “Smartphones on Wheels”

05 Sep

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Coming Soon

Mitsubishi’s most advanced SUV arriving soon at Ingham dealerships across New Zealand.

01 Sep

The new Kia Stonic unveiled

Discover the new compact crossover. Introducing bold design updates and an upgraded interior.

12 Jun

2025 World Car of the Year available in New Zealand

Earning the moniker of ‘the ultimate urban SUV,’ the EV3 has arrived in New…

11 Jun

Government 20% Business Boost

Get 20% of your next business vehicle with the Governments investment boost.*

09 Jun

Matariki Dealership Hours

Our website is open 24 hours a day, however, some of our dealerships are closed on Matariki…

28 May

Kings Birthday Dealership Hours

Our website is open 24 hours a day, however, some of our dealerships are closed on Kin…

28 Apr

Kia EV3 wins coveted Red Dot ‘Best of the Best’ Award

This latest recognition highlights Kia…

17 Apr

Kia’s first-ever Ute’s pricings announced

Starting from $52,690 +ORC for the TX 4WD Ute, the new Kia Ta…

17 Apr

Kia EV3 Wins 2025 World Car of the Year

The EV3’s victory brings Kia’s total of wins at the World Car Awards to six since 2020.

18 Mar

Kia Takes Four Victories in 2025 iF Design Awards

Kia has achieved four awards at the 2025 iF Design…

27 Feb

Mitsubishi Triton Wins 2024-2025 Japan Car of the Year Design Award.

The all-new Mitsubishi Triton has been recognised for its outsta…

24 Feb

The Kia EV4 Exterior Design Unveiled Ahead of World Premiere

Kia presents exterior design of the new EV4, unveiling sedan and hatchback variants a…

04 Feb

Waitangi Day 2025

Our website is open 24 hours a day, however, our dealerships vary their hours during Public Holiday…

23 Jan

Ingham Brands Shine in DriveLife’s 2024 Car of the Year Awards

Hyundai, Mercedes-Benz, Suzuki, Omoda and GWM were awarded 8 out of the 10 awards.

17 Jan

Kia to ‘electrify’ Australian Open 2025 with electric and hybrid vehicles

Kia supplies 130-strong vehicle fleet to AO25 tournament organiser…

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