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Smart previews return of two-seater with Concept #2 EV
Compact car brand Smart has unveiled its Concept #2 at a global brand event in Beijing, previewing the return of its two-seater in electric form. Originally founded as…
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Meridian opens high-capacity EV charging sites in North Canterbury
Meridian Energy has expanded its electric vehicle charging network with the opening of two new high-capacity fast charging sites in North Canterbury. The new locations in Amberley and…
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Australia’s EV industry calls for policy certainty to unlock charging rollout
Australia’s electric vehicle charging sector is calling on governments to remove regulatory barriers and provide policy certainty, warning the country’s exposure to fuel price shocks highlights the urgent…
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MG4 EV Urban targets mainstream
MG Motor New Zealand is set to expand its electric vehicle line-up with the arrival of the MG4 EV Urban, a new entry-level model aimed at making EV…
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Porsche brings wireless charging to Cayenne Electric
Porsche has equipped its latest Cayenne Electric with wireless charging capability, but New Zealand availability remains uncertain as the technology has not yet been homologated for the local…
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NHR adds 49 electric trucks to national rental fleet
Truck and van rental company NHR Group has added 49 electric commercial vehicles to its nationwide fleet, expanding access to low-emission trucks for businesses and private users. The Auckland-based…
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EV complexity challenging Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal
Electric vehicles are among the factors adding technical complexity to disputes reaching New Zealand’s Motor Vehicle Disputes Tribunal, as the body records its highest annual caseload on record.…
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BYD offers flood support for Wellington owners
BYD New Zealand has launched a support package for customers whose vehicles were damaged in the severe flooding that has hit Greater Wellington over the past 48 hours.…
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Mercedes-Benz unveils all-electric C-Class sedan
Mercedes-Benz has unveiled an all-electric version of its C-Class sedan, which will be sold alongside the existing internal combustion engine model rather than replacing it. The electric C-Class…
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Hyundai unveils Ioniq 3 compact electric hatchback
Hyundai has unveiled the Ioniq 3, a compact electric hatchback developed primarily for the European market, though its New Zealand release remains unconfirmed. The new model introduces what…