ChargeNet plans Kaikoura six-point charging hub
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by Geoff Dobson
2h ago
ChargeNet plans to build a EV charging hub in Kaikoura, a critical piece of infrastructure for EV-charging on the South Island’s SH1. Construction is expected to start in September this year. Designed to meet the growing demand for EV charging, and with an installed capacity of 450kW, the charging hub will be able to charge ..read more
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EV charging in 10 minutes
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by Geoff Dobson
5d ago
A Polestar 5 prototype has charged from 10% to 80% in 10 minutes via fast charging battery pioneer StoreDot’s Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) technology. The fully driveable verification prototype saw a consistent charge rate starting at 310kW and rising to a peak exceeding 370kW at the end of charging.  This world first demonstration of a ..read more
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New EV chargers coming for key South Island locations
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by Geoff Dobson
5d ago
New Zealand’s EV charging infrastructure is receiving a boost, with Meridian Energy’s Zero network installing new chargers along three of the South Island’s key transport routes. Meridian received co-funding from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) to install EV chargers across three South Island sites as part of the government’s initiative to increase the ..read more
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EECA webinar Q&A urban EV charging May 8
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by Geoff Dobson
5d ago
The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) hosts a webinar question and answer session about the public EV charging urban infill co-funding round at 12.30pm on Wednesday May 8, 2024. A recording will be made available after the webinar for anyone unable to attend, says EECA. Click here to register ..read more
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Public EV charging network boosted
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by Geoff Dobson
5d ago
Energy and transport minister Simeon Brown has announced 25 new high-speed EV charging hubs along key routes between major urban centres and outlined the Government’s plan to supercharge New Zealand’s EV infrastructure. The hubs will each have several chargers and be capable of charging at least four – and up to 10 – vehicles at ..read more
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Chery receives incentive to build Thai plant
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by Robert Barry
5d ago
The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has incentivised the Chinese state-owned automotive brand Chery Automobile to build a new EV manufacturing plant in Rayong Province. The Bangkok Post reports that Chery Automobile declined to reveal details of its investment in the new Rayong EV plant, which its Omoda and Jaecoo brands will operate. The BOI ..read more
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Chery’s Omoda 7 PHEV revealed
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by Geoff Dobson
6d ago
Chery unveiled the new Omoda 7 model at Auto China 2024. The plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) adopts a “Stylish 360” design language featuring a low-slung posture and a fastback silhouette, aimed at a youthful audience. Few details are mentioned by Chery, other than the Omoda 7 has an ultra-sensitive intelligent cockpit with a 15.6-inch ..read more
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Could this funky electric SUV be coming to NZ?
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by Richard Edwards
6d ago
Jeep and Tank could have some electric competition in the market for those wanting to look like they can go off road – and it is coming from China. EVs and Beyond is in China with Omoda Jaecoo, and directed to check out the Jaecoo J6, a small-to-medium electric SUV from sub-brand iCar that has ..read more
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Price cuts for some BYD models
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by Richard Edwards
6d ago
BYD Auto New Zealand has confirmed significant price cuts on two of its models, claiming reductions in battery costs are behind the move. Though the pricing is only on existing stock on the ground, indicating clearing unsold vehicles in a quiet market could be a factor. The new recommended retail price (RRP)for the Dolphin drops ..read more
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Nissan and Acciona partner for Silence nanocars and e-motorcycles
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by Geoff Dobson
6d ago
Nissan will distribute electric Silence Nano S04 and e-motorcycles through retail partners in France and Italy from June, and Germany from September 2024. The new partnership between Nissan and Acciona’s car manufacturer Silence – a European brand of electric micro-mobility vehicles designed for cleaner, smarter, more flexible city living – follows the launch of Nissan’s ..read more
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