EBIKES
Whangarei plans Locky Dock stations
Big Street Bikers’ Locky Dock network is planned across Whangarei with an initial 10 stations due to be rolled out in coming months. BSB says the Whangārei District…
Geoff Dobson
E-CARS
Nissan and Honda join on EVs
Nissan and Honda have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) under which they will begin a feasibility study of a strategic partnership in the fields of vehicle electrification…
E-CARS
BYD among safest cars globally
The BYD Seal electric sedan was one of the safest new cars on sale globally in 2023, with the Tesla Model Y leading individual safety ratings but on…
NEWS
Meridian e-hydrofoil ferry for Lake Manapouri
Meridian Energy is set to bring the world’s first electric hydro-foiling ferry to Lake Manapouri. The Swedish-designed Candela P-12 will provide daily transport for staff and contractors servicing…
NEWS
Teletrac Navman global fleet survey – scepticism over zero emission mandates
A survey of global fleet managers shows widespread doubt about government zero emission mandates, with many not believing the rollout will go ahead as planned. That’s among key…
NEWS
Baybus OnDemand e-rideshare service for Tauranga
The Bay of Plenty Regional Council is launching Baybus OnDemand public transport service using electric minivans on Monday March 25. The 18-month trial is designed to help offer…
E-CARS
Volvo and Breathe deal for faster EV charging
Volvo Cars has partnered with Breathe Battery Technologies to get access to the latest version of its patented algorithm-enabled charging software for use on new generation EVs. By…
E-CARS
Four more Tesla superchargers for non-Tesla EVs
Tesla superchargers in Whangarei, Mangaweka, Paraparaumu and Johnsonville have opened to non-Tesla EVs. That brings the total to 16 Tesla superchargers open to non-Tesla EVs in New Zealand,…
NEWS
Most Kiwis want e-scooter helmets mandatory
Kiwis say e-scooter safety is crucial with 74% supporting mandatory helmets while riding e-scooters to increase their use and improve safety. New Zealand’s young female riders are leading…
E-CARS
New Porsche Taycan due later this year
Porsche is adding the Taycan Turbo GT and the Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach track package to its electric sports sedan line-up. The package is built for the…