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HAVAL reveals a new plug-in hybrid car
Cartech

HAVAL reveals a new plug-in hybrid car

HAVAL unveils the P8, its first plug-in hybrid, set to debut at Auto China 2018 under the luxury brand WEY, promising 250kW output and impressive features.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 7th May 2018
How EVs could possibly minimise international conflict
Cartech

How EVs could possibly minimise international conflict

EVs could reduce global conflicts driven by oil dependence, says a Flip the Fleet poll. Nearly half of owners cite green credentials as their main motivation.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Apr 2018
How NZ businesses aim to future-proof their fleets with EVs
Internet of Things

How NZ businesses aim to future-proof their fleets with EVs

New Zealand businesses are increasingly embracing more sustainable transport options to get their employees from A to B.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Apr 2018
Does the chemistry of a lithium-ion battery dictate how safe it is?
DataCentre infrastructure

Does the chemistry of a lithium-ion battery dictate how safe it is?

The chemistry has a substantial impact on the various performance characteristics of a battery, not just on its safety.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018
The VW Bus is back, and it's gone green
Cartech

The VW Bus is back, and it's gone green

Volkswagen to release production version of I.D. Buzz concept electric vehicle in 2022 following popular demand. #EVs #Volkswagen.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Mar 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Electric vehicles (EVs) stories

New standards for vehicle repairs as more EVs enter NZ
Cartech

New standards for vehicle repairs as more EVs enter NZ

New standards have been introduced by the country's largest body of panel beaters to cope with increasing numbers of EVs.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018
The Kia Niro EV to arrive in NZ early 2019
Cartech

The Kia Niro EV to arrive in NZ early 2019

Kia New Zealand confirms the arrival of the all-electric Niro SUV in early 2019, boasting a range of over 380 km, joining its popular hybrid siblings.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018
Mevo teams up with Wellington City Council to be a free-floating car share
Cartech

Mevo teams up with Wellington City Council to be a free-floating car share

New Zealand startup Mevo and Wellington City Council debut Australasia's first free-floating car share trial. Audi e-trons are now a flexible transport option.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
The story of a solar-powered plane that travelled around the world
Cartech

The story of a solar-powered plane that travelled around the world

Point of No Return is the behind the scenes documentary of the world's first solar-powered flight around the world.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
More trees and fewer cows the sign of a low-emissions economy
Power / Energy

More trees and fewer cows the sign of a low-emissions economy

New Zealand households and farmers could face higher carbon costs, while more trees and low-emissions vehicles are encouraged under the plan.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
Cleantech shows the way in New Zealand
Smart Cities

Cleantech shows the way in New Zealand

The conference aims to help New Zealand build a low-carbon economy and create jobs, as it eyes net zero by 2050.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Apr 2018
Kiwi Startup Spotlight: Mevo's carshare service makes EVs accessible
Cartech

Kiwi Startup Spotlight: Mevo's carshare service makes EVs accessible

The private car is typically the second-largest purchase people make - but the average car is used less than 4% of the time.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
Could Labour's fuel tax be a good thing for EV owners?
Cartech

Could Labour's fuel tax be a good thing for EV owners?

Meridian Energy is supporting the opportunity to increase the uptake of EVs created by Government's new transport plan.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Apr 2018
Could NZ become a world leader in electric vehicle uptake?
Cartech

Could NZ become a world leader in electric vehicle uptake?

Meridian aims to propel NZ to global leadership in electric vehicle adoption, challenging Norway's dominance with incentives like free EV charging.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2018
Waste Management NZ redefines the 'tidy Kiwi' with electric vehicles
Cartech

Waste Management NZ redefines the 'tidy Kiwi' with electric vehicles

Waste Management NZ recently opened New Zealand's first workshop dedicated to converting diesel trucks into electric vehicles.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
Driverless cars create infrastructure investment opportunities
Smart Cities

Driverless cars create infrastructure investment opportunities

Roads, utilities and telecoms could see heavy spending for years as autonomous cars are adopted far more slowly than many expect.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Mar 2018
New Zealand is the world’s living global tech lab
Robotics

New Zealand is the world’s living global tech lab

Global tech firms are using New Zealand for early testing as Kiwi expertise in AI, space and wireless power draws investment and jobs.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 25th Mar 2018
Lower Hutt to 'buzz' with electric vehicles
Cartech

Lower Hutt to 'buzz' with electric vehicles

Lower Hutt will host a buzzing convoy of electric vehicles on March 22 as part of the #LeadingTheCharge road trip, promoting EV adoption nationwide.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018