Mitch Wins for NZ and Panasonic Jaguar Racing

The ABB FIA Formula E Championship now heads to Paris for the second instalment of the voestalpine European races on April 27.

The automotive world is changing and some commercial entities are quickly recognising the opportunities that this will bring. One of these businesses is Repco New Zealand.

Repco New Zealand is proudly supporting the #LeadingTheCharge 2019 Great EV Road Trip.

"Now in its 5^th season, this is a fantastic annual event for Repco to be part of," says Richelle Ashman, Marketing Manager NZ. "Repco recognises Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a popular choice for New Zealand drivers."

Repco has been providing New Zealanders with what they need to get their vehicle road ready for over 95 years. Repco leads the charge in the automotive parts aftermarket, which makes Repco a fitting partner to the #LeadingTheCharge 2019 Great EV Road Trip.

If you are coming along to a Leading The Charge event in Dunedin, Christchurch, Palmerston North, Auckland and Whangarei, be sure to pick up a Repco voucher to save on your next purchase at you nearest Repco store.

I used my voucher to buy seat covers for my BMW. Thanks Repco.

Taupo turned on glorious weather for the 2019 Road Trippers.

After the cancellation of the Rotorua Night Market due to inclement weather, the Great EV Road Trip 2019 began at stop 2 – Taupo – on the Colonel Roberts Reserve, right in the heart of the eating quarter of Taupo – and on the waterfront. 

All-Electric Car Sales In UK Doubled Again In February 2019

THURSDAY 25th April 2019, 1 – 2 PM

ANZAC DAY

CHANGE OF VENUE:  NOW AT THE WAREHOUSE CARPARK

The Great EV Road Trip cars will be pulling into Dargaville just after midday, on our tour of New Zealand. You'll notice us arrive when you see our ANZAC Day procession down the main street, as our way of marking this solemn day.

We will then proceed around to The Warehouse and be situated in the carpark where we'll be holding a mini-event. 

If you are curious about electric cars or were wondering what the fuss was about, and why people love them so much, then come armed with your questions. We are all experienced EV owners and have the information you need to find out if an EV will fit into your lifestyle, either now or in the next few years.

Come down for a chat, and possibly a test drive or ride in an EV. Experience the difference for yourself.

London Wins Right to Host Formula E Next Season

It's Official. While Auckland was twiddling its thumbs on the subject, London has streaked ahead and scored the Series that this year is proving to be so much more popular than it has in the past.

Set to take place around the city's iconic Royal Docks and ExCeL London, the drivers will navigate their way around a one-of-a-kind track indoor/outdoor 2.4km clockwise circuit around Royal Victoria Dock. 

Consisting of 23 corners, the track layout will see the drivers run along the Thames waterfront for the season finale double-header of the 2019/20 campaign on July 25 & 26 2020 - subject to circuit homologation and approval of the FIA World Motor Sport Council.

SATURDAY 20 April 2019, 2 – 4 PM

If you're in Gisborne over the Easter Weekend, come down to the main street and take a look at the electric cars parked up outside Electric Village as they recharge.

If there's interest we'll stay until 4 pm. Experienced EV Owners can answer any questions you may have and explain how one of these powerful cars might fit into your life.

WEDNESDAY 22nd May 2019, 1 – 3 PM

Every now and then I need to tow a boat

A panel talk about electric vehicles at the Barclay Theatre followed by Q&A outside with EV showcase.

Speakers include:

• Yoogo (Overview of the Christchurch e-car share scheme),
• James Brundell (Hare & Turtle event and longer journeys by electric vehicle),
• Nathan Thompson (e-bikes and e-microtransport options), Kevin O’Neil (Under the Bonnet TBC)

1.00PM – 2.00PM Talk Barclay Theatre
2.00PM – 3.00PM EV Showcase in the car park

SUNDAY 21ST APRIL, MT MAUNGANUI, 3PM - 5PM

Once again, Bayfair Mall will welcome back the #LeadingTheCharge Great EV Road Trip 2019. 

We'll be stopping at the mall to recharge and meet any locals who are keen to find out more about living with an electric car.  We can be found in the ground floor carpark off Girven Road, adjacent to an entrance near ASB.

We'll be offering rides, and drives, advice and information, direct access to dealers, a variety of privately owned electric vehicles all in one place.