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Lower Hutt to 'buzz' with electric vehicles
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Lower Hutt to 'buzz' with electric vehicles

Lower Hutt will host a buzzing convoy of electric vehicles on March 22 as part of the #LeadingTheCharge road trip, promoting EV adoption nationwide.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018
How electric trucks and buses could change NZ
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How electric trucks and buses could change NZ

New Zealand's shift to electric trucks and buses, led by companies like Waste Management and aided by solutions from ABB, promises a cleaner, greener future.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Mar 2018
Mercury converts a 1957 Ford Fairlane to plug-in electric
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Mercury converts a 1957 Ford Fairlane to plug-in electric

Mercury's '57 Fairlane goes electric, igniting Kiwi passion for cleaner, classic rides. #EVRevolution #NZTech.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2018
Kiwis embrace EVs as part of a longer sustainability journey
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Kiwis embrace EVs as part of a longer sustainability journey

A survey by Flip the Fleet reveals Kiwi electric vehicle owners are taking further steps towards sustainability, from reducing waste to installing solar panels.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2018
NZ's first road legal electric motorcycle set to hit the streets
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NZ's first road legal electric motorcycle set to hit the streets

UBCO launches NZ's first road-legal electric motorcycle, the 2018 2x2, enhancing accessibility and dual-use capability for both on and off-road travel.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
The government invests $3.7 million in EV technology
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The government invests $3.7 million in EV technology

More electric vehicles will be hitting New Zealand's highways, bus lanes and streets with another round of government funding.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
Jucy set to introduce electric campervan fleet
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Jucy set to introduce electric campervan fleet

Thousands of tourists in New Zealand may soon tour in electric campervans as Jucy begins a pioneering EV trial, aiming to meet eco-friendly travel demand.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
Electric vehicles and SUVs face off as Kiwis choose a dream car
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Electric vehicles and SUVs face off as Kiwis choose a dream car

As Kiwis dream of a new car in 2018, SUVs and utes top the wishlist, though electric vehicles are gaining traction, with over 6,000 now on NZ roads.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2018
The Warehouse installs EV chargers across NZ
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The Warehouse installs EV chargers across NZ

The Warehouse is installing EV charging stations at stores across New Zealand, starting in Invercargill, with free charging available for the first few months.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2017
Coromandel opens a scenic touring loop for electric vehicles
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Coromandel opens a scenic touring loop for electric vehicles

The Coromandel has unveiled a 'scenic touring loop' of fast charge stations for electric vehicles, connecting the entire district.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
South Island EV charging grid gets an upgrade
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South Island EV charging grid gets an upgrade

ChargeNet and Aurora Energy to expand EV charging network across Dunedin, Central Otago, and Queenstown Lakes, enhancing support for electric vehicle owners.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2017
James Shaw, electric cars & the winners of the 2017 Sustainable Business Awards
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James Shaw, electric cars & the winners of the 2017 Sustainable Business Awards

New Zealand Post wins top award at the NZI Sustainable Business Awards 2017, recognising its commitment to sustainability.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2017
Petrol cars are becoming more obsolete by the day
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Petrol cars are becoming more obsolete by the day

Petrol cars could be obsolete by 2026, as the switch to electric vehicles becomes the biggest change in a century, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017

Global Stories

Electric vehicles (EVs) stories

The VW Bus is back, and it's gone green
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The VW Bus is back, and it's gone green

Volkswagen to release production version of I.D. Buzz concept electric vehicle in 2022 following popular demand. #EVs #Volkswagen.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Mar 2018
Top digital opportunities for Kiwi SMBs going into 2018
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Top digital opportunities for Kiwi SMBs going into 2018

New Zealand businesses urged to embrace technology as digital opportunities arise in 2018 - Spark #technology #digitalopportunities.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
AI takes control of Auckland's power grid, that's not scary at all
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AI takes control of Auckland's power grid, that's not scary at all

The mDERMS programme uses the latest technology to better monitor, analyse, and control Auckland's energy network...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2017
A deep dive into the Kontrol app for Tesla
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A deep dive into the Kontrol app for Tesla

Tesla's new Kontrol app, boasting a sleek design and enhanced features like Touch ID, aims to elevate user experience and security while driving.

By RaeSteinbach • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017
Charge your EV in minutes with Powerswap
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Charge your EV in minutes with Powerswap

Instead of connecting the cord and waiting for the car to be charged, the battery is replaced with the help of a robotic device...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2017