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Kia EV5 officially on sale in NZ
This Kia EV5 mid-size SUV has been officially launched for sale in New Zealand after months of delays due to the market’s state here. It comes in four…
Geoff Dobson
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Fullers360 starts e-tourism Auckland trips January
The Vessev VS-9 electric hydro foiling vessel joins the Fullers360 ferry fleet with services due to start in Auckland on January 29 next year. Passenger tickets are already…
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EA offers new consumer protections
The Electricity Authority (EA) has published the Consumer Care Obligations mandating key protections for New Zealand electricity consumers. This is a significant milestone for consumers and the electricity…
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Tesla Model Y the best car for dog owners, study finds
A new study has revealed the Tesla Model Y as the best car for dog owners. it’s the only EV among the 10 most dog friendly cars and…
E-CARS
EV battery soon cheaper to replace than ICE engine – report says
Car research firm Recurrent’s new report says EV battery replacement will cost less than replacing an internal combustion engine (ICE) by 2030. GM Authority says this is based…
E-CARS
Jaguar unveils Type 00 EV
Jaguar Type 00 (Type Zero Zero) is an EV concept with bold forms to inspire future Jaguars. It features a long bonnet, sweeping roofline, fastback profile, boat tail,…
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Armin Guttke new ITSNZ chair and president
Armin Guttke has been appointed chair and president of Intelligent Transport Systems New Zealand (ITSNZ). He succeeds Mike Rudge who left ITSNZ in November to join the New…
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Rooftop solar ‘symmetrical tariffs’ wanted to boost uptake
Experts are seeking policy change after SolarZero announced it might be closing down. SolarZero, which provides solar power systems with no upfront costs but multi-year leases, was put…
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ComCom targets bundling loophole
The Commerce Commission is challenging bundled energy and broadband service providers Contact and Nova to stop GST-exclusive pricing by default – a practice that shaves 15% off the…
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Price cut for Toyota bZ4X
Toyota has reduced the price of its bZ4X electric SUV by up to $17,000. The brand is selling its Pure front-wheel driver entry level model for $57,990 –…