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Electric buses confirmed for Wellington transport fleet

Wellington gears up for a greener commute with electric buses set to join its transport fleet from July next year.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

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Will NZ's infrastructure crash and burn as we convert to electric vehicles?

EVs are coming to NZ regardless of whether or not we're prepared, but the time has come for companies to start being proactive...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

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The 2020 EV conversion, does NZ have the necessary infrastructure?

NZ's electric rush: Are we wired for the EV revolution? Concerns over grid strain and EV hotspots ignite calls for coordinated planning.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2017

Software-as-a-Service

Electricity companies to become digital utilities?

Nearly 60 per cent of industry respondents say current systems need major changes as electric cars and prosumers reshape demand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017

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Volvo XC60 becomes the king of SUVs at the auto express awards

This SUV is an electric-hybrid filled to the brim with the latest car technology, including some self-driving capabilities...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017

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NZ energy innovation bill speeds through its third reading in parliament

New Zealand introduces new measures to boost electric vehicles and energy efficiency, with changes to legislation and incentives for EV uptake.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017

Power / Energy

Electric car market sparking up as all vehicle sales rise

Charging networks and low running costs are helping New Zealand’s electric car uptake, as registrations hit a monthly record and sales broadened.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

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Are electric trucks and buses the key to a greener New Zealand?

Electric trucks and buses could help New Zealand achieve its goal of 64,000 EVs on the road by 2021, reducing emissions in the process.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017

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EV world New Zealand, NZ's first electric vehicle showcase

New Zealand's largest conference organiser, Conferenz, announces its first dedicated electric vehicle show, EV World NZ.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2017

Māori

Vivid pointers for a brighter future

New Zealand could hit net zero only by changing land use, as the report says a clean power grid and more electric transport are not enough.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 7th May 2017

Power / Energy

Electric vehicle batteries research reveals reliability

A new report may reassure buyers that sudden battery failure is rare and most EV packs should last well beyond their warranty.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd May 2017

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Flying vehicles? Say no more! First prototype of Kitty Hawk Flyer unveiled

Flying vehicles aren't part of the futuristic worlds of The Jetsons and Futurama anymore - at least according to the folks at Kitty Hawk Flyer.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Apr 2017

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Tesla, Volkswagen and BMW battle it out for the most efficient electric car

Cars are about more than just sleek looks and speed many of us need something practical, here are three EVs that deliver in that regard...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

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Car or Camera? Photographer uses Volvo's XC60 SUV to take spectacular pictures

Award-winning photographer Barbara Davidson captures urban life's essence using Volvo XC60's onboard cameras, presenting a unique artistic and safety fusion.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jul 2017

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Volvo pledges to do away with all conventional combustion engines by 2019

Volvo announced that every car it launches from 2019 onward will have an electric motor, marking the historic end for internal combustion engines.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017

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Tesla model three expected to start production on Friday

Tesla's eagerly awaited Model 3 enters production this Friday, with first deliveries set for a grand handover event on the 28th.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

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Exclusive: Three sports cars that embrace an electric future

Meet the electric titans redefining speed: Porsche 918 Spyder, BMW i8 and Acura NSX, leading the charge in sports car innovation.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2017

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Three epic electric motorbikes you'll see cruising down your street soon

From the high-speed Lightning LS-218 to the powerful Brutus V9 and the sleek Energica EGO, these electric motorbikes are set to redefine cool on the streets.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017