Government announces $68.5 million concessionary loan scheme for public EV chargers
On 27 April 2025, Hon Chris Bishop and Hon Simon Watts announced the Government is updating the way it co-invests in public EV chargers with the private sector to accelerate the delivery of EV chargers across Aotearoa New Zealand. Mr Watts says, “Since 2016, government investment in EV chargers has consisted of direct grants… The […]
Thoughts from the Climate Change & Business Conference 2024
Kirsten Corson reflects on the 16th Climate Change & Business Conference: Leading Climate Action.
Drive Electric’s submission on the second Emissions Reduction Plan (2026-2030) consultation
In mid 2024 the Government opened consultation on the ERP2, 2026 to 2030. Download the Drive Electric submission to the Government. Thank you to all the members who provided feedback, we will continue to keep you updated as information becomes available.
WATCH: EV FIRE SAFETY – A DATA-DRIVEN CONVERSATION
Watch the replay of the Drive Electric EV fire safety webinar to learn from world leading experts and operational firefighters.
PUBLIC CHARGING: PRINCIPLES FOR ACCESS
In early 2024, Drive Electric’s Charge Point Operator (CPO) subgroup commissioned Sapere to develop a set of principles to inform the development of an access regime for load connections as an amendment to Part 6 of the Electricity Code.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED: DATA ENTHUSIASTS
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We are seeking dedicated volunteers to help drive digital innovation in the electric transport space.
WATCH: MEGAWATT CHARGING – UPSIZING ELECTRIC TRANSPORT IN AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND
Watch the replay of the Drive Electric megawatt charging webinar to learn from a panel of world leading experts.
EV batteries explained – Mining, minerals, ethics, and embodied carbon
Don’t miss your opportunity to hear international perspectives on raw materials availability for batteries, current and future battery technologies, and learn about end of life and battery recovery. Three world leading experts will explain global trends and the applicability to New Zealand’s EV transition.
MEDIA: New Zealand Clean Car Importer Standard
The New Zealand Clean Car Importer Standard is aligning with Australia. Stay up-to-date with the conversation and full list of Drive Electric news coverage.
EV RUC Changes in New Zealand
It was confirmed in mid January: Road user charges (RUC) will apply to electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in Aotearoa New Zealand from 1 April 2024.