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Why Kiwis Are Moving Fast on Dongfeng EVs – And How to Secure Yours

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Dongfeng

Armstrong Secures Historic Third Straight Summerset GT New Zealand Championship

Rick Armstrong has continued his dominant run in New Zealand motorsport, claiming the Summerset GT New Zealand Championship for a third consecutive year.

Mazda 6e Wins 2026 World Car Design of the Year

Mazda

Subaru Forester is the best Family SUV of 2025

Subaru

Open-air driving pleasure in the new Porsche 911 GT3 S/C

Porsche

Buying a Used Car: Your Complete Guide

We sell thousands of used cars every year at Armstrong's. This guide pulls from our used car expertise alongside advice from Consumer Protection, Waka Kotahi and a few other websites worth checking out.

Car Finance in New Zealand: Your 2026 Guide

At Armstrong’s, we help hundreds of customers every month arrange finance for new and used cars across New Zealand, so we've seen what works well and what can sometimes trip people up.

The All-New, All-Electric Mazda CX-6e is coming in 2026.

Register Your Interest Today

Mazda

The New Era Of Luxury, The All New Volvo EX90.

From April, the award-winning EX90 will be available to experience in our dealerships

Volvo

Best Hybrid Cars in New Zealand 2026

Hybrids have become pretty popular with Kiwi drivers. It makes sense – hybrid cars can save you money on fuel without you having to rethink your entire way of driving or worry about being out of charge on a country road at night.

Toyota Hilux: A buyer’s guide for 2026

The Hilux doesn’t need much of an introduction in New Zealand. You’ll find them on farms, building sites, school runs and boat ramps. In fact, you'd struggle to find a Kiwi who hasn't ridden in one at some point.

Toyota

Register Your Interest in the All-New Audi RS 5

Audi

All-New Mazda 6e Confirmed

Mazda

All New CX-5 announced for New Zealand

Mazda

BAIC Arrives in New Zealand with Bold, Adventure Ready SUVs

BAIC

Next-Gen Subaru Outback - Register Your Interest at Armstrong's

Subaru

Mercedes-Benz Botany - Retailer of the Year for Fourth Consecutive Year

Mercedes-Benz Botany has once again been recognised as Mercedes-Benz New Zealand Retailer of the Year, securing the prestigious Circle of Excellence award for the fourth year in a row at the official Mercedes-Benz awards ceremony in Auckland.

Mercedes-Benz

Leapmotor B10 Awarded Top Safety Recognition with 5-Star ANCAP Rating

Leapmotor

Dongfeng VIGO Electric SUV Arrives at Armstrong’s with Five Star NZTA Safety Rating

The new Dongfeng VIGO arrives at Armstrong’s with a 5-Star NZTA safety rating. Discover why this compact electric SUV is setting a new benchmark for affordable EV ownership in NZ

Dongfeng

‘More for less’: Armstrong’s reveals how it has bucked tough market

2025 DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance Car of the Year Awards

Several Armstrong's represented brands have taken out the win of these coveted awards.

Leapmotor C10 Awarded Best Hybrid/EV of 2025 by AA Driven

2025 Car of the Year Category Winner.

Leapmotor

The All-New Mazda 6e has been confirmed to launch in New Zealand

Mazda

The All-New Audi Q3 SUV — Register Your Interest

Audi

All-New Nissan Navara Arriving in 2026

Nissan

BAIC to join the Armstrong’s line-up in 2026.

The New Dongfeng BOX Is Here.

Breaking barriers to EV ownership, the new fully electric Dongfeng BOX is now available at Armstrong’s Dongfeng dealerships in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, with immediate delivery and a special launch price from just $29,990+ORC.

Dongfeng

Explore the Facelifted MY26 Defender

Land Rover

The all-new Audi A5 Avant e-hybrid

Audi

Armstrong's Distribution Limited Brings Dongfeng Electric Vehicles to NZ

Armstrong's Distribution Limited is excited to announce that Dongfeng Motor, one of China’s largest and most innovative automakers, is now coming to NZ.

Dongfeng

Marcus Armstrong to Race on Home Soil

Marcus will return to New Zealand to share the cockpit with his father and Armstrong’s founder, Rick Armstrong, in the three-hour endurance race.

The superior all-rounder among sports cars: Porsche 911 Turbo S

Porsche

BRABUS: The Ultimate in Performance and Prestige

Armstrong's Autobody - NZ's exclusive certified BRABUS specialist.

Armstrong’s $10,000 Test Drive Winner

A New Car, A New Baby, A New Beginning.

Coming Soon: The All-New Leapmotor B10 at Armstrong’s

Leapmotor

Explore the Pre-Production Audi S6 e-tron

Audi

Armstrong’s Autobody Achieves Official Brabus Certification!

The All-New Subaru Forester has Landed

Subaru

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All-new Subaru Forester Coming Soon

Subaru

All-new ES to arrive in New Zealand early 2026

Lexus

All-new Audi S5 Avant

A true all-rounder—dynamic, stylish, and ready for any adventure.

Audi

Volvo EX90 claims World Luxury Car title

The all-electric Volvo EX90 is the most impressive new luxury car launched in the past 12 months.

Volvo

Introducing the All-New Peugeot 5008 GT Hybrid: A 7-Seat SUV Designed for New Zealand Life

Peugeot

E-Class 2024 Car of the Year

Mercedes-Benz

Lexus of East Auckland Partners with Pakuranga Golf Club

Lexus

Experience the Thrill: Two New Facelifted RS Models Enter the Audi Lineup

Audi

Armstrong's Officially Unveils First Lexus Dealership in East Auckland

Lexus

Armstrong’s Raises the Bar with a Cutting-Edge Porsche Showroom

Porsche

Armstrong's Welcomes smart to NZ

This move expands our range of innovative, high-quality vehicles. smart has been in NZ before, but this time, it returns with a fresh identity, focusing on modern electric mobility.

smart

Mercedes-Benz Botany awarded Retailer of The Year for the third year in a row.

Mercedes-Benz

The first electric G-Class

Mercedes-Benz

Multi-Award Winning Mercedes-Benz Dealerships.

Mercedes-Benz

Next-Generation Subaru Forester Hybrid

Subaru

Limited Subaru BRZ tS models landing in New Zealand early 2025

Subaru

Lexus of East Auckland - Opens Early 2025

Lexus

Leapmotor joins Armstrong's

Leapmotor

The new GLC AVANTEGARDE SUV

Mercedes-Benz

The new Mercedes-AMG G 63 is here

Mercedes-Benz

The New 911 Carrera T

Porsche

The new 911 GT3 and 911 GT3 with Touring Package

Porsche

The First Ever Mazda CX-80 Announced

Mazda

New Generation Land Cruiser Prado has arrived.

Toyota

The all-electric Macan has arrived.

Porsche

NEW Audi Q6 e-tron

Audi

Range Rover Sport SV Edition Two

Land Rover

Embrace the night. The C-Class Night Edition.

Mercedes-Benz

INEOS at Outdoor Expo

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September at Canterbury Agricultural Park.

INEOS

Switch up with the new EQA & EQB

Mercedes-Benz

The GLA City Edition is here.

Mercedes-Benz

Porsche celebrates 50 years of the 911 Turbo

Porsche

New Generation Toyota Camry

One lean and beautifully efficient machine.

Toyota

INEOS Partners with SARDA NZ for Life-Saving Missions

SARDA NZ partners with INEOS, using Grenadier 4X4s to boost rescue missions in New Zealand’s tough alpine areas. This collaboration highlights a joint dedication to safety, ensuring fast and reliable responses in critical situations.

INEOS

The New Audi A5 Range

Modern sportiness meets premium proportions.

Audi

INEOS Unveils Limited Edition Grenadier Belstaff 1924

Only 1,924 units of the INEOS Grenadier 1924 will be made, each with unique Belstaff badging. Register Your Interest Today.

INEOS

Introducing INEOS Grenadier Detour: Arcane Works

Limited Edition INEOS Grenadier Detour: Ultimate 4x4 luxury with unmatched personalisation Register Your Interest Today.

INEOS

The new Peugeot 208 Hybrid

Peugeot Unveils Bold New 208 Hybrid: Redefining Elegance and Efficiency. Register Your Interest Today.

Peugeot

The Mercedes-Benz GLE Night Edition

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-AMG C 43 Edition R has arrived

Mercedes-Benz

The all new Maybach EQS SUV is here.

Mercedes-Benz

New Generation Land Cruiser Prado

Toyota

Armstrong's opens second location in Wellington City

Nissan

The all new GLC 43 4MATIC SUV and Coupé

Mercedes-Benz

NZ's First Hilux Hybrid is here.

Toyota

INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster - Coming Soon

INEOS

INEOS Grenadier - Seriously Capable

INEOS

Armstrong's - 2024 Over 50's Cricket Tournament

Proudly sponsored by Armstrong's as its major naming sponsor, the 2023/24 Armstrong's Over-50s Cricket IPT reached an exhilarating conclusion.

The New Peugeot 2008 SUV

Available now, starting at $44,990.

Peugeot

New Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV & Coupé

Mercedes-Benz

The new Mercedes-Benz GLS

Mercedes-Benz

The new Panamera.

Porsche

Parliament repeals Clean Car Discount

Parliament has repealed the Clean Car Discount, labelled by National the "ute tax"

The all-new 7-seat, electric EQS SUV is here

Mercedes-Benz

Audi RS6 Avant Performance

Audi

The all-new electric EQE SUV is here

Mercedes-Benz

Armstrong clinches Top Rookie Honours

New Range Rover Velar

Land Rover

The X-Trail ePower has arrived

Nissan

The new Porsche 911 S/T

Purist special-edition model marks 60th anniversary of the 911

Porsche

Kiwis - Born to Fly | Coming Soon

Sky Sport 5

The All-New INEOS Grenadier Quartermaster

INEOS

The all-new Mercedes-AMG SL 63

Mercedes-Benz

The all-new GLC is here

Mercedes-Benz

INEOS Grenadier takes Fieldays

INEOS

Limited Edition Subaru WRX 2.4T AKA

Subaru

New Subaru Crosstrek

Subaru

All-new Grandland is here

Opel

All-new Astra is here

Opel

Porsche presents the new Cayenne

Porsche

The Audi RS Q3 edition 10 years

Audi

The new Audi Q5 TFSI e

Audi

The Mercedes-Benz EQE has landed

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-AMG Final Edition

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes Benz AMG Edition 55

Changing the game. We did it in the past. We’re doing it now. And we’ll do it in the future.

Mercedes-Benz

The Range Rover Sport

Land Rover

Armstrong enjoying father-son time before shift to IndyCar

Accelerate your Automotive Career in 2023!

The old saying goes that you must start somewhere, and we think your somewhere should be with Armstrong’s. Getting started as a Vehicle Detailer with us is a great way to get your foot in the door and learn more about this exciting industry.

The Christmas Joy Store

We pleased to announce that Armstrong’s will once again partner with the Kindness Collective this Christmas, in the effort to deliver Christmas cheer to the children of Aotearoa.

Live Elektrisch – Opel arrives in Dealership, experience today

Opel

New Citroen C5 Aircross has arrived at Armstrong's

The new Citroen C5 Aircross has arrived at Armstrong's in Plug-in Hybrid and petrol.

Citroën

Pricing announced for Turbocharged Subaru Outback 2.4 XT

The GOOAT now comes turbocharged. The Outback 2.4 XT Turbo is coming soon to Armstrong's Subaru.

Subaru

New Release Corolla Cross Hybrid

The future is here with the brand new Corolla Cross Hybrid. Tailored to every lifestyle, this is not a release you want to miss.

Toyota

Meet the Caretakers.

Maximum technical performance for maximum driving pleasure - that is what Porsche Service is all about.

Porsche

Armstrong’s unveils fresh drive for long-term, organic growth in Auckland

Construction of three new dealerships to get underway ahead of welcoming Mazda, the first of three new brands, to its portfolio.

Audi's future is electric.

Discover the new Audi Q4 e-tron and TSFI e range.

Audi

The new Cayenne Platinum Edition.

Discover the new Cayenne Platinum Edition - where each special feature is a highlight of its own.

Porsche

All-New QASHQAI has arrived at Armstrong's

The ultimate crossover has landed at Armstrong's. The all-new QASHQAI features a bold new design, a comfortable and connected cabin and Nissan Intelligent Mobility.

Nissan

X-TRAIL Reimagined. All-new X-TRAIL is here.

The Nissan X-TRAIL has been an SUV icon in New Zealand for over two decades. The all-new X-TRAIL is here at Armstrong's Nissan.

Nissan

IONIQ 6 Electrified Streamliner - Coming Soon.

IONIQ 6 is a truly significant breakthrough in EV design – where aesthetics and aerodynamics combine to create a masterpiece of timeless beauty.

The all-new Peugeot 308 has arrived

Peugeot

All-Electric Subaru Solterra SUV confirmed for New Zealand

Subaru of New Zealand announced the introduction of its first battery electric vehicle to the New Zealand market today with the long-awaited Solterra All-Wheel Drive confirmed for a 2023 arrival.

Subaru

The all new EQS 53 is here.

Exhilarate your senses with the new sound of electric. The all new Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ has arrived – make yourself heard today.

Mercedes-Benz

Land Rover Approved Promise

Have the same peace of mind with an Approved used/pre-owned Land Rover as you would with a new one.

Land Rover

Land Rover supports Sir John Kirwan's Mitey Drive for Kiwi kids mental health.

All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan has partnered with Land Rover on a landmark drive across Aotearoa to raise awareness for mental health – with an ambition to raise enough money to roll out Mitey to 40 more schools, benefitting 11,000 Kiwi kids, across the country.

Land Rover

Armstrong's prepares for INEOS launch

Armstrong’s are proud and excited to represent the INEOS Automotive brand in New Zealand as the nominated retail partner.

INEOS

Breathe cleaner air inside Volvo cars with cutting-edge air purification technology.

Volvo Cars is taking steps to offer its customers ever-improving air quality inside its latest cars through cutting-edge air purification, helping people breathe cleaner air.

Volvo

Go all-electric with the exceptional EQA.

Take charge of your future.

Mercedes-Benz

The new Range Rover Evoque.

Nobody does it better.

Land Rover

The new Porsche Macan III

Enthusiasm. Thirst for adventure. The thrill of constantly moving forward.

Porsche

Level up with the new Audi plug and play app

Audi

Ram 1500 Limited - 2021 Autocar Car of the Year | Utility.

The new Audi RS 3 Sportback

What gets you up in the morning?

Audi

Live Elektrisch - Opel to launch in New Zealand

Armstrong’s is excited to announce the launch of German Car brand Opel to New Zealand in the coming months. Top sellers in Europe, Opel will enter the New Zealand car market with an electrified range of vehicles just in time for the Government Clean Car Initiative.

Opel

The PJ Project

We're proud to be partnering with the Kindness Collective again, working to provide over 5,000 kiwi kids with pyjamas so they can be warm this winter.

The All-New Subaru WRX has arrived at Armstrong's

30 years of perfecting performance has lead to this moment. The new-generation Subaru WRX has been announced along with the surprise reveal of the all-new Subaru WRX-GT Wagon.

Subaru

NZ Mercedes-Benz Retailer of the Year

We are thrilled to announce that on Friday, Armstrong Prestige Christchurch was awarded the coveted 2021 Mercedes-Benz Cars 'Circle of Excellence' for New Zealand.

Mercedes-Benz

The Audi RS Range.

Performance is an attitude.

Audi

10 simple vehicle checks you can do at home

Before heading out on your long weekend road trip, make sure you perform some of these simple vehicle checks suggested by our experienced Service Managers.

Armstrong's moving to Panmure super-site

Armstrong’s has announced it has secured the two hectare site at 8 Forge Way, Panmure previously occupied by Fleet Partners.

Marcus Armstrong Joins Hitech Grand Prix

Marcus Armstrong has signed a deal to race for a new team in the 2022 Formula 2 season.

Toyota GR Yaris AA Driven car of the year

Toyota

AA Driven NZ Car of the Year Clean BEV - The New Peugeot e-208

The new Peugeot e-208 has been voted AA Driven New Zealand Car of the Year - Best Clean & Green BEV.

Peugeot

Big opportunities for 2022 and beyond.

Over the next two years Armstrong’s is set to have huge growth and with this growth comes some amazing opportunities for technicians, both qualified and apprentices.

Land Rover Defender 110 V8

Capable by nature.

Land Rover

The Smarter XC60.

One step ahead.

Volvo

The Kindness Collective

Kindness Collective supports and connects those in need, by donating tools, time, resources and money to communities.

All-Electric Jaguar I-PACE

Time to change.

Jaguar

Nissan LEAF - The future of greener mobility.

Under the Governments Clean Car Rebate scheme the Nissan LEAF is currently eligible for an $8,625 rebate when registered before December 31st 2021.

Nissan

2022 Subaru Forester SUV enhances its appeal.

In September Armstrong’s will welcome the refreshed 2022 Subaru Forester to its Subaru dealerships in Lower Hutt and Christchurch.

Subaru

Mercedes-Benz brings sustainable luxury to the EV sector.

The all-electric EQS blends progressive design, sustainable technology, unmatched class and pure performance. It sits as the pinnacle of EV's and represents the unlimited potential of sustainable driving.The 2022 EQS sedan will be the flagship of the German automaker's electrified future.

Mercedes-Benz

The Toyota Highlander: The latest addition to Toyota's impressive hybrid line-up.

Toyota continues to drive New Zealand towards lower emissions, recently adding the family favourite Highlander to it's impressive range of hybrid powertrains.

Toyota

Greg Murpy and Otis Frizzel: showcasing the Jaguar I-PACE with automotive art.

Legendary racing driver Greg Murphy and artist Otis Frizzell have joined forces to create impressively thrilling art, which will be gifted to a selection of Jaguar owners.

Jaguar

Rapid, Robust and Re-equipped: The new Macan is available at Armstrong’s from September.

Porsche launches the Macan III with increased performance, a sharper design and an overhauled operating concept.

Porsche

Armstrong's announces new CEO.

Troy Kennedy takes the wheel at Armstrong’s, one of New Zealand’s largest privately-owned, premium dealership, gears-up for further growth.

Peugeot at the forefront of the Kiwi BEV and PHEV powertrain.

Following the $8625 government rebate, Kiwi car buyers are rapidly acquiring a taste for new Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) and Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs).

Peugeot

The New Citroën C4 - the height of comfort, quality and technology.

The C4 is a dynamic, new generation crossover combining the elegance and fluidity of a compact hatchback with the strength, character and robustness of an SUV.

Citroën

Armstrong's deliver you the latest Land Rover V8 Defender- a true British icon.

Land Rover dishes up the Defender V8 faster and hardier than ever before; and the team at Armstrong’s Land Rover have secured production, starting late this year.

All-new Botany dealership purpose built to service your Peugeot, Citroen or Nissan.

Last month Armstong's opened the doors to their progressive Ti Rakau Drive facility, purpose-built for all Peugeot, Citroen and Nissan requirements. The advanced dealership is one of three in New Zealand that can offer their impressive list of services - one of the others being Armstrong’s AutoBody facility.

Nissan

Peugeot

Citroën

Volvo X Barkers for sustainability.

Volvo NZ has recently joined forces with Barkers, New Zealand's leading men's clothing store, to generate a short film showcasing their vision for a sustainable future.

Armstrong's welcomes clean car rebate.

At Armstrong’s, we care about future generations. That’s why we are providing our customers with environmentally friendly motoring options.

The New Jaguar F-PACE

Our luxury performance SUV is faster, more luxurious and more refined than ever.

Jaguar

The New Range Rover.

The most desirable Range Rover yet.

Land Rover

All new Mercedes-Benz EQA - Now here.

The all new EQA sets the stage for a new electric mobility lifestyle. Designed with progressive looks and the technology to match, this stunning vehicle delivers a completely new and outstanding electric driving experience.

Mercedes-Benz

The all-new fully electric Audi e-tron GT.

Pure sportiness and progressive luxury.

Audi

All-New Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The new S-Class focuses on what matters: unique comfort and safety technologies on which you can rely. Whether you are the driver or being driven. The trendsetting MBUX operating concept combined with luxurious materials delivers an unprecedented driving experience.

Mercedes-Benz

New flagship Peugeot and Citroen dealership positions marques for future success

The new three-storey dealership is spread over 2,600m2 of floor area and will become the flagship location for the growing brands.

Peugeot

Citroën

Armstrong’s announce new Auckland dealership for Nissan

Privately owned Armstrong’s Group is set to open a further dealership in Auckland, in 2021. This will be the Group’s seventh dealership in Auckland which started with the initial acquisition of Auckland City Toyota in 2014.

Nissan

New Jaguar F-PACE SVR.

The Ultimate in Performance.

Jaguar

Buy your next vehicle online.

Found your perfect car? Secure it online, with a fully refundable deposit.

Land Rover Freedom Finance.

We can guarantee the minimum future value of your Land Rover before you’ve even gone on your first off-road adventure.

Land Rover

Jaguar Approved Promise.

Every Jaguar car feels as alive as the day it was created, whether it's new or Approved. So you can be reassured that your Approved Jaguar is authenticated, rejuvenated and as alive as the day it was born.

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