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15,000 BYDs on New Zealand Roads: A Growing Vote of Confidence

Four years after BYD first arrived in New Zealand, more than 15,000 BYD vehicles are now on Kiwi roads. That milestone represents more

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Auto Trader: BYD Seal 6 Touring Review

Words: Richard Edwards | Published 16 August 2026, Auto Trader. Kiwis love a station wagon. We might buy utes and SUVs by the truckload

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Why Get Car Finance Pre-Approval Before You Find Your Car?

When you’re shopping for your next car, it can be tempting to find the car first and worry about finance afterwards. But getting

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BYD’s Global Growth Could Bring Its Own Ships to New Zealand by 2027

Why BYD is different from other Chinese vehicle manufacturers that are entering the market. When you visit BYD Nelson and see the growing

BYD Shark 6 powering Moturoa Backyard Ultra timing clock with vehicle-to-load function.
Vehicle-to-Load Case Study: 29 Hours at Moturoa Backyard Ultra!

Another potentially world first, here at BYD Nelson… Graeme from Moturoa Backyard Ultra came in to BYD Nelson, looking to test

BYD Shark 6 working off road in forestry industry
More Than a City Ute: Why Businesses Are Putting the BYD Shark 6 to Work

When the BYD Shark 6 first arrived in New Zealand, there were plenty of questions about whether a Super Hybrid ute could really handle

Meet the New BYD ATTO 2 DM-i Super Hybrid

The BYD ATTO 2 is already one of our best-selling models at BYD Nelson. Now, there’s a new way to drive it. The new BYD

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Sales Consultant - Apply Now!

We are looking for a motivated, energetic Sales Consultant to join our high-performing team in Nelson for an immediate start! The Car

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BYD Nelson & The Car Company Proudly Partner with Padel Centre Nelson

At BYD Nelson and The Car Company, we're passionate about supporting local businesses that are doing something new, exciting and positive

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30 Years in Business!

Thirty years is a long run for any business, let alone one in the motor trade where the landscape has changed almost beyond recognition

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Proud to be Sponsoring Victory Boxing!

Supporting a Stronger Nelson Community Through Shared Values At The Car Company Nelson, we believe that great businesses have a responsibility

Powering Nelson Smarter: Why Rowan Dron Electrical Chose BYD

Electrifying the Fleet When it comes to forward-thinking Nelson electricians, Rowan Dron is leading from the front. As the owner

The Car Company, Nelson, New Zealand, used car dealership at 202 Rutherford Street, Nelson.
Nelson's Largest Range of Hybrid, EV & Fuel-Efficient Cars | The Car Company

If you've been searching for a fuel-efficient car in the Nelson-Tasman region, your search ends here. Whether you're ready to go fully

BYD Sealion 5 PHEV Hybrid
Find your next EVs or Hybrid Now at The Car Company!

Why More Kiwis Are Switching to EVs and Hybrids — And What We’re Seeing at The Car Company With fuel prices continuing

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We’re Hiring a Sales Consultant in Nelson

Full-Time | Permanent | Immediate Start 📍 Nelson, New Zealand At The Car Company Limited, we don’t offer average sales roles

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BYD topples Tesla and becomes the world's largest EV maker

BYD didn’t just edge ahead but drove straight past. After a year of sliding deliveries at Tesla, BYD has claimed the global EV

Silver hatch-back car driving past The Car Company Nelson Head Office car yard.
How to sell your car to The Car Company Nelson

Why Selling Your Car To The Car Company Beats Selling Privately  Selling Your Car in Nelson? Why Selling to The

Bonanza Sale on NOW!

The Car Company Nelson's, New Year Bonanza Sale is on! This is the biggest used car sale in the top of the South Island. We have a

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Happy Holidays - Yes We're Open!

Shane Drummond, Ben Brownie and the entire The Car Company team would like to say a big thank you to all our customers and supporters

Introducing to The Car Company | BYD Nelson!

We’re excited to welcome two familiar and highly respected faces to The Car Company team. Taylor Dowell and Xavier Kirby both

BYD Shark 6 with Driven Car Guide NZ Car of the Year Logo
BYD Shark 6 Wins 2025 NZ Car of the Year

At BYD Nelson | The Car Company, we’re absolutely thrilled to celebrate a huge milestone: the BYD Shark 6 has been named the

BYD Shark 5: 2025 Driven Car Guide Award Winner

BYD Shark 6 has earned best Lifestyle/Adventure vehicle of 2025: DRIVEN Car Guide AA Insurance NZ Car of the Year In some respects

The Car Company 26th Annual Golf Ambrose

This year marks the 26th anniversary of The Car Company Golf Ambrose at Tākaka Golf Course. 80% of the teams have participated

BYD Atto 1 Achieves 5-Star ANCAP Safety Rating — Arriving in New Zealand at the End of the Year

New Zealand drivers looking for an affordable, city-friendly electric vehicle now have another compelling reason to be excited: the

Whakatū Refuge team and SHane Drummond holding donation cheque in front of The Car Company
Driving for Change 2025: Supporting Whakatū Refuge

This September, The Car Company Nelson once again put the pedal down for a great cause — raising funds and awareness for Whakatū

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Introducing the New BYD Lineup: Atto 1, Atto 2 and Sealion 5 Arriving Soon!

The next generation of electric and hybrid driving is landing soon! The future of driving just arrived at BYD Nelson, with the

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The Award-Winning Affordable EV Arriving in Nelson This Summer!

BYD's Atto 1 is already award-winning and arriving soon! Big news for Kiwi drivers! BYD’s newest electric vehicle, the BYD Atto

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BYD Nelson Joins Farmlands: Exclusive Offer for Cardholders

At The Car Company Nelson, we’re proud to work closely with our partners at BYD Nelson – and there’s some exciting

BYD new models: Atto 1, Sealion 5 and Atto 2
BYD Confirm New Models for NZ!

BYD New Zealand country manager, Warren Willmot, has confirmed that the Atto 1 compact EV, Atto 2 compact EV SUV and the Sealion 5

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How Investment Boost Can Save Your Business Thousands on Vehicles

From 22 May 2025, businesses across New Zealand will have the chance to unlock major tax savings thanks to the Government’s new

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