E-CARS
Europe EV demand slows, prompting changes
European demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) slowed in the first half of this year. So says JATO Dynamics, adding there are “worrying signs of deceleration across the…
Geoff Dobson
NEWS
Auckland electricity growth continues, says Vector
Vector says it will announce its financial results for the year ended June 30, 2024, on Tuesday August 27. The company says its results presentation will be held…
ABB
Evans second after ABB FE final round
Kiwi driver Mitch Evans is second overall in the 2024 ABB FIA Formula E Drivers’ standings won by TAG Heuer Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein, Fellow Kiwi and Jaguar TCS…
NEWS
Wind and geothermal help Mercury
Mercury says geothermal and wind generation increased to provide a “resilient portfolio” for the three months ended June 30, 2024. Low national inflows during the quarter contributed to…
E-CARS
Porsche Macan EV available from $159,900
The new Porsche Macan with rear-wheel drive is available immediately as the new entry point to the electric SUV model series. Offering 654km WLTP range, the Macan 4S…
NEWS
Tractors a good fit for next-gen batteries
In the construction, agriculture, and mining (CAM) industries, electrification is an uphill battle, says IDTechEx senior technology analyst Dr James Jeffs. “In these industries, if a machine runs…
NEWS
ChargeNet new app live
The refreshed ChargeNet app is packed with innovative features designed to streamline the charging experience, says ChargeNet, adding it’s giving away a year’s free charging worth $2000 in…
NEWS
Mercedes-Benz eActros officially launches here
The first Mercedes-Benz medium-duty electric truck, the eActros 300, has been officially launched following extensive local testing, with NZ Post adding the first unit to its fleet. The…
E-CARS
Electric Ford Puma Gen-E this year
The Ford Puma Gen-E is expected later in 2024 with a new design compared to the internal combustion engine (ICE) model. The Puma Gen-E will sit at the…
E-CARS
Zeekr7X SUV revealed
Chinese EV premium brand Zeekr, due in New Zealand and Australia soon, has announced its 7X five-seat SUV destined for international markets. Zeekr is entering the Australian market…