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Affordable’ VW EV to be produced
Volkswagen’s “affordable” EV the ID. 2all concept is expected in Europe in 2025, priced from NZ$42,936 (25,000 euros). It may come out with an ID. Golf badge, according…
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Video: What do we tow behind a BYD Atto 3?
We’ve fitted a tow bar to our BYD Atto 3 through BYD Andrew Simms. Now what do we tow? Your suggestions are welcome.
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Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme to proceed
A decision on the Lake Onslow pumped hydro scheme to help overcome dry years when hydro-electric dam levels are low will take at least four years, latest estimates…
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Clean Car Discount could save two million tonnes of CO2
A massive reduction in average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions is predicted following the full Clean Car scheme’s introduction. Drive Electric expects two million tonnes of CO2 will be…
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Polestar 3 electric SUV: New Zealand pricing announced
Swedish electric performance car brand Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) has confirmed the New Zealand pricing for its Polestar 3 electric SUV. The long-range dual motor launch version, complete with…
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One card to charge them all?
Drive Electric chair Mark Gilbert tends to use his credit card to pay for EV charging. He has an Audi e-tron and when travelling uses mainly ChargeNet EV…
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Volvo Cars boss blasts laggard EU states
European Union states, particularly those seeming to want to derail a zero-tailpipe emission target for new passenger cars and vans by 2035, have been given a rev up…
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Solar and EVs at Covi Supershow
At least one EV and a stack of solar are expected at the Covi Motorhome, Caravan and Outdoor Supershow at the Auckland Showgrounds in Greenlane on March 17-19.…
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Kia EV9 SUV revealed
The electric Kia EV9 design has been revealed by Kia Corporation. It’s the company’s first three-row electric flagship SUV, showing bold styling and sophisticated elegance inside and out.…
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Nordic EV Summit 2023 programme released
The programme has been released for one of Europe’s most important venues for the electric mobility industry, The Nordic EV Summit on May 4-5 in Oslo. It includes…