EV News & Media Roundup
World's Largest EV Rally Kicks Off
Whether sharing their knowledge with community, or just a sense of unflagging camaraderie, 160 such teams ranging from solo shade-tree mechanics to major corporations to visiting tourists in rented Nissan…
Tesla’s latest update comes with more ‘nag’
The new Autopilot software update that Tesla started to roll out last week features some improvements in performance as promised by CEO Elon Musk.
New Model Updates: Porsche vs Tesla
The eagerly awaited Mission E doesn't aim to be a Tesla killer, it aims to be a 'real Porsche', claims Stefan Weckbach, Head of the BEV Model Series at Porsche.
Nissan begins deliveries of upgraded e-NV200 electric van
Nissan has received over 4,600 orders for its upgraded e-NV200 since sales began in January.
Cops patrol on e-bikes
Auckland police patrolled the downtown area on electric bikes during Queen’s Birthday weekend. [EVTalk, Geoff Dobson, 5th June 2018] Read Full Article [Photo courtesy of NZ Police Facebook Page]
NZ joins global Electric Vehicle Initiative
New Zealand has joined a multi-government forum of the world’s top electric vehicle markets dedicated to accelerating the uptake of electric vehicles.
Dismissive Car Dealers Create Barrier to EV Adoption at POS
"Perhaps unsurprisingly, salespeople tended to promote the vehicle that is easier to sell, which outside of Norway, was undoubtedly not an EV.
Harry and Meghan's Jaguar E-Type EV
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's royal wedding car was literally something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue.
Conservation Comment: Leading the charge for electric cars
Last week, James Shaw announced he would like to put a tax on imported petrol vehicles to subsidise and encourage electric vehicles (EVs).
Easy charging breaks the long distance barrier
People are getting to know electric cars (EVs) as economical run-abouts, perfect for the average daily commute.