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Electric car-sharing charges into Auckland
This story first appeared in the October issue of EVtalk – CLICK HERE to download the magazine FREE A new transport alternative that might ultimately help address some…
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Electric bikes grab attention at NZ Bike Expo
About 3500 people attended the first NZ Bike Expo, exceeding expectations. Electric bikes were the outstanding new feature, with many trying them out on the airfield at the…
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Light vehicle training programme launched by MITO
Changing vehicle technology has prompted industry training organisation MITO New Zealand to offer a new programme for light vehicle apprentices. Providing new unit standards, the programme enables apprentices…
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Airless tyres could boost EV performance
Airless tyres are being considered by Toyota to boost electric vehicle performance, mainly through reduced weight. The automaker tried airless tyres for first time on a new hydrogen…
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Smart thinking from battered bike fan
This story first appeared in the October issue of EVtalk – CLICK HERE to download the magazine FREE How many great ideas come to people by accident? Brian…
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Driverless tech tested by new partnership
Autonomous vehicle technology is being put to the test at a 2023-hectare California proving ground under a new partnership between the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) and GoMentum Station.…
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Electric Village opens in Gisborne
A newly opened Electric Village in Gisborne is already proving an attraction. Regional infrastructure company Eastland Group developed the Electric Village initiative, and has committed to ensuring at…
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Emirates plans autonomous vehicles at airports
Emirates airline intends developing a driverless vehicle fleet, initially for cargo carrying. It’s likely this will be trialled at Dubai international airport, operating within the airport boundary. Using…
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Masterton adopts electric first fleet policy
An “electric first” fleet purchase policy has been adopted by the Masterton District Council. The unanimous decision by councillors to phase out diesel and petrol fleet vehicles and…
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A good head for the e-bike business
This story first appeared in the October issue of EVtalk – CLICK HERE to download the magazine FREE The surging popularity of electric bikes is helping put businesses…