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Ford's hybrid Ranger

Ford New Zealand has confirmed the launch of a plug-in hybrid version of the Ranger ute.

Like Toyota's recent Hilux announcement, the company has opted for the PHEV over a jump directly to full battery electric.

Simon Rutherford, Ford New Zealand's managing director, says as New Zealanders make the shift towards electrified

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