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Electric vehicles (EVs) stories

Mining act changes ‘at odds’ with climate change

Industry leaders say the rushed law change could deter investment in minerals needed for batteries, wind farms and other low-emissions infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Nov 2022

Supply Chain

Powering EVs with trees

Battery makers face a supply squeeze as Stora Enso develops tree-based anodes that could cut reliance on graphite and lithium imports.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jun 2022

Space

Are ‘Crystal Battery’ cells an EV breakthrough?

Sulphur-based cells could cut EV battery costs sharply, with Theion claiming triple the range and far less energy use in production.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2022

Smart Cities

Wireless EV charging a gamechanger

Public road trials and taxi ranks could make electric vehicle charging faster, cheaper and less disruptive for drivers.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 10th Apr 2022

Digital Transformation

First digital tool to help reduce commuter carbon emissions

Transportation planning company Abley has developed the first digital tool to help reduce carbon emissions generated by commuters.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Mar 2022

Clean technologies

What do the outcomes of COP26 mean for infrastructure?

Climate pledges made at COP26 could speed up investment in clean energy, EV charging and low-carbon materials, despite weak deadlines.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 5th Jan 2022

Robotics

EV battery breakthrough reduce need for cobalt and nickel

New recycling methods could cut EV battery costs by 60% and ease reliance on cobalt, nickel and China, researchers say.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jul 2021

University of Canterbury

Should the Government implement the Climate Change Commission’s advice?

The Government has until 31 December to decide whether to adopt a plan that could cut GDP by 1.2% in 2050, or do less.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2021

Supply Chain

10 year plan for New Zealand rail gives pipeline certainty

Rail firms can now plan further ahead, but experts warn the fund will be stretched as electric vehicles erode its core revenue base.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 16th May 2021

Power / Energy

How growing cities can still cut road emissions

Wellington has cut net emissions by 7% in 20 years despite 26% growth, as EV chargers and car share schemes reshape transport.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Wed, 17th Mar 2021

Global Stories

Electric vehicles (EVs) stories

Software-as-a-Service

Costs driving fleet management evolution: Teletrac Navman

A Teletrac Navman survey has revealed rising fuel costs, disruption due to COVID-19, and supply chain issues are the top challenges fleet operators face.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 2023

Cartech

Micro Focus and Jaguar TCS Racing renew their partnership

Micro Focus will provide software and services to Jaguar TCS Racing and help it secure a better season in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Dec 2022

Cartech

Uber and Splend partner for reducing emissions in Australia

The deal with leading vehicle financing platform Splend will see the first 500 of their new electric vehicle fleet arrive on New South Wales roads.

By Gaurav Sharma • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2022

Cartech

TeamViewer and Hyundai Motor sign new strategic partnership

TeamViewer and Hyundai Motor have signed a strategic partnership with the hopes of accelerating digital innovation within an automotive smart factory.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Oct 2022

Cartech

Trend Micro unveils dedicated security for electric vehicles

The cybersecurity company has announced VicOne - dedicated security for the electric vehicles and connected cars of today and tomorrow.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jun 2022

Internet of Things

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Geotab?

Geotab, a global player in IoT and connected vehicle space, discusses its innovation, work on EVs, and efforts to fight climate change in APAC.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Mon, 29th Nov 2021

Internet of Things

Spark IoT network enables Evnex to bring EV chargers to rural Aotearoa

EV charging company Evnex is on a mission to roll out more charging stations in rural parts of Aotearoa, thanks in part to Spark's extension of its IoT network.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Oct 2021