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Frankton marina to get e-boat charging
Lakes Marina Projects and Electric Wave have approval to put electric boat charging on part of the Frankton marina. Two “fingers” from one pier of the Sugar Lane…
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Jolt expands Kiwi EV charging
Jolt has opened 10 streetside EV charging stations across Christchurch. The international charging company also reports 250% customer growth nationwide. EV drivers can get 7kWh of free energy…
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E-cargo bikes suggested for NZ Post deliveries
Using e-cargo bikes and motorcycles is the Postal Workers Union of Aotearoa’s response to NZ Post proposing to lay off 700 posties during the next five years and…
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Nissan’s ‘The Arc’ business plan includes EVs
Nissan intends strengthening its product portfolio, advancing electrification, introducing new ways of developing and manufacturing, and harnessing partnerships to achieve its Ambition 2030 vision. It targets a million-unit…
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JAC Motors electric trucks officially launched
After teasing its arrival late last year, JAC Motors New Zealand has now officially welcomed the truck brand into the country with the support of two dealerships. The…
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Electrification needed to meet 2050 net zero emissions
New Zealand’s energy usage needs to become heavily electrified if the country is to meet its net zero by 2050 emissions target, ASB’s latest Sustainable Economics report shows.…
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Nelson Tasman ‘eBus’ service boosts use
A year’s trial allowing large dogs free (one pet per customer 16 and over) on Nelson Tasman’s electric “eBus” service starts April 1. Large dogs must wear a…
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Offshore wind may provide $50b by 2050
Offshore wind could add nearly $50 billion to gross domestic product (GDP) and create 10,000 jobs, says a new study. The development of a New Zealand offshore wind…
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Taupo Tesla superchargers smashed
Four Tesla superchargers have been vandalised in Taupo. Photos of the damaged superchargers were put on the NZ EV Owners Facebook page by Andrew Tuck on March 21…
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Counties Energy celebrates centenary
Lines company Counties Energy celebrated its centenary on the weekend (Sunday March 24). The Pukekohe event was attended by more than 250 people, including elected representatives, community partners…