E-CARS
Renault 5 E-Tech electric for Europe from mid-2025
The Renault 5 E-Tech EV will be made in France for the European market from mid-2025 (around July). It will have a 52kWh battery providing an estimated 400km…
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E-CARS
Mercedes-Benz reduces EV outlook
Mercedes-Benz still aims to go all electric but says customers and market conditions will set the pace. The company plans to cater to different customer needs, whether it’s…
E-CARS
Two-year RUC exemption sought for freshly registered EVs
New and secondhand imported EVs that are freshly registered should be able to claim a two-year road user charge (RUC) exemption. That would encourage EV uptake, says Christchurch’s…
E-CARS
INEOS Fusilier EV includes range extender option
A third 4×4 model with two powertrain options – a battery electric vehicle (BEV) and low-emission range extension electric – has been unveiled by INEOS Automotive. The INEOS…
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Pacifica Shipping introduces battery swap e-trucks
Coastal shipping operator Pacifica Shipping is introducing fully electric battery swap trucks to create one of New Zealand’s lowest emission supply chains for heavy freight. The company, a…
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Further discounts for Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5
Volkswagen New Zealand has announced further discounts on the list prices for its ID.4 and ID.5 on its website with one model now retailing for $20,000 less than…
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New Zealand orders open for Polestar 4
The Polestar 4 is now officially available to order in New Zealand and the brand has announced that pricing will begin from $119,900 for the long-range single motor…
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EV maker reverts to dealers
EV manufacturer Fisker has announced signing up four dealers across the US in its shift away from direct sales. The company says more signings are expected in coming…
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BEV global market penetration forecast around 15% this year
The EV transformation will continue in 2024 with battery electric vehicle (BEV) penetration to reach nearly 15% and hit a third of global sales by 2030 and nearly…
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Govt aims for maximum one-year energy consenting
The Government intends fast-tracking energy project consenting and is seeking support. Energy and transport minister Simeon Brown outlined his priorities to energy sector representatives during the BusinessNZ Energy…