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REPAIRING EVS IN NEW ZEALAND

Drive Electric

In this article, we will explore what happens to old EV batteries in New Zealand and why it’s essential to dispose of them properly. Repairing and maintaining EVs also requires a selection of different specialised tools and equipment, such as battery diagnostic tools, high voltage gloves, and specialised charging equipment.

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How far can your EV travel? We rank the driving range of every electric vehicle in Australia

EV Central

Whether you’re buying a Tesla Model Y , Hyundai Ioniq 5 , Kia EV6 or MG ZS EV , one of the first questions most people have regards the length of the driving range. We’ve chosen the rangiest model available in the line-up, including those where a larger battery is available. kWh battery for solid range.

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2023 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV pricing and specifications: Stylish plug-in hybrid comes at a price in Australia

EV Central

The price puts the Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV Q4 in line with full electric small SUV rivals such as the Volvo XC40 Pure Electric ($73,990) or Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 ($81,700). Using a home wallbox charger, Alfa says using peak 7.4kW AC charge will see the battery go from zero to full in less than 2.5 Infotainment’s covered with a 10.25-inch

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The promise of wireless charging: smaller batteries, longer battery life, fewer charging stations

Charged EVs

What if going wireless enabled you to prolong the life of your batteries, to achieve the same range with a smaller battery pack, and to charge the same number of vehicles with fewer charging stations? The battery management system remains in control of our pad. Charged : You say using wireless charging can extend battery life.

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The five best family EVs under $100K: From Tesla and Hyundai to Kia and Mercedes-Benz

EV Central

Its 66.5kWh battery is good for 371km range. The massive 528km range (courtesy of a 77.4kWh battery) is backed by the EV6’s 800-volt architecture, meaning the 10-80 percent charging can be done in just 18 minutes at a 350kW fast charger. Even in pragmatic family car buying world, this counts for plenty.

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Used electric vehicle pricing guide: How much you’ll pay for a pre-loved Tesla Model 3, Hyundai Kona Electric, MG ZS EV and many more

EV Central

Here are the used EVs you can buy in Australia for under $50,000. Cheapest is a 2011 version with 48,800km, but the owner admits battery health is close to 50 per cent, its dash shows a range of 90km and real world range is closer to 68km. A 2017 94Ah i3 with 300km range and 50,000km on the clock for $37,900 looks the better buy.

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Seven-day test: Living with the 2024 Peugeot e-2008 GT. Can it really challenge a Tesla Model Y or BYD Atto 3?

EV Central

But, this being a French brand, Peugeot’s ensured enough reasons are dialled in to have you question buying one. I’d collected the car with full battery and 340km range showing: a confidence-inspiring 12km over quoted WLTP figure. I begin with 39% battery life and 114km range. I should want to own one.

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