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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 10 MIN

Slam on the Brakes: Spy Cars in New Zealand?

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There's concern that Chinese-made EVs destined for New Zealand roads are a trojan horse for surveillance and espionage. Local civil liberties advocacy group PILLAR has raised the alarm on electric vehicles from China, asking our government to follow UK and Australia's example and approach with caution. Arian Tashakkori flags some questionable safety features and potential threats to national security. (https://www.nzpillar.com/) ~~~~ Tune into Thoughts & Comments from 10:00am - 2:00pm on the Rhema Media App.For more from the show, visit the Thoughts & Comments page at rhema.co.nz.Support Rhema: https://donate.rhemamedia.co.nz/?brand=rhema&utm_source=omnystudio&utm_medium=linkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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