Electric vehicles (EVs) stories - Page 6
New standards for vehicle repairs as more EVs enter NZ
Thu, 10th May 2018
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New standards have been introduced by the country’s largest body of panel beaters to cope with increasing numbers of EVs.
The Kia Niro EV to arrive in NZ early 2019
Wed, 9th May 2018
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Kia New Zealand confirms the arrival of the all-electric Niro SUV in early 2019, boasting a range of over 380 km, joining its popular hybrid siblings.
Mevo teams up with Wellington City Council to be a free-floating car share
Tue, 8th May 2018
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New Zealand startup Mevo and Wellington City Council debut Australasia's first free-floating car share trial. Audi e-trons are now a flexible transport option.
HAVAL reveals a new plug-in hybrid car
Mon, 7th May 2018
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HAVAL unveils the P8, its first plug-in hybrid, set to debut at Auto China 2018 under the luxury brand WEY, promising 250kW output and impressive features.
The story of a solar-powered plane that travelled around the world
Wed, 2nd May 2018
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Point of No Return is the behind the scenes documentary of the world’s first solar-powered flight around the world.
How EVs could possibly minimise international conflict
Thu, 26th Apr 2018
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EVs could reduce global conflicts driven by oil dependence, says a Flip the Fleet poll. Nearly half of owners cite green credentials as their main motivation.
Kiwi Startup Spotlight: Mevo's carshare service makes EVs accessible
Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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The private car is typically the second-largest purchase people make - but the average car is used less than 4% of the time.
How NZ businesses aim to future-proof their fleets with EVs
Tue, 17th Apr 2018
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New Zealand businesses are increasingly embracing more sustainable transport options to get their employees from A to B.
Could Labour's fuel tax be a good thing for EV owners?
Fri, 6th Apr 2018
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Meridian Energy is supporting the opportunity to increase the uptake of EVs created by Government’s new transport plan.
Could NZ become a world leader in electric vehicle uptake?
Thu, 5th Apr 2018
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Meridian aims to propel NZ to global leadership in electric vehicle adoption, challenging Norway’s dominance with incentives like free EV charging.
Waste Management NZ redefines the ‘tidy Kiwi’ with electric vehicles
Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
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Waste Management NZ recently opened New Zealand’s first workshop dedicated to converting diesel trucks into electric vehicles.
Does the chemistry of a lithium-ion battery dictate how safe it is?
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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The chemistry has a substantial impact on the various performance characteristics of a battery, not just on its safety.
Lower Hutt to ‘buzz’ with electric vehicles
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Lower Hutt will host a buzzing convoy of electric vehicles on March 22 as part of the #LeadingTheCharge road trip, promoting EV adoption nationwide.
The VW Bus is back, and it’s gone green
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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Volkswagen to release production version of I.D. Buzz concept electric vehicle in 2022 following popular demand. #EVs #Volkswagen.
How electric trucks and buses could change NZ
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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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.
Mercury converts a 1957 Ford Fairlane to plug-in electric
Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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Mercury's '57 Fairlane goes electric, igniting Kiwi passion for cleaner, classic rides. #EVRevolution #NZTech.
Kiwis embrace EVs as part of a longer sustainability journey
Wed, 28th Feb 2018
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A survey by Flip the Fleet reveals Kiwi electric vehicle owners are taking further steps towards sustainability, from reducing waste to installing solar panels.
NZ’s first road legal electric motorcycle set to hit the streets
Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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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.
The government invests $3.7 million in EV technology
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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More electric vehicles will be hitting New Zealand’s highways, bus lanes and streets with another round of government funding.
Jucy set to introduce electric campervan fleet
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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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.