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REPAIRING EVS IN NEW ZEALAND

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As more people choose to own Electric Vehicles (EVs) in New Zealand, it’s important for drivers to understand how and where to access reliable, efficient, EV-specific repair and maintenance services. EV specialised repair services in New Zealand? BMW has an iPerformance network in New Zealand as well.

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TR Group & Hiringa partner to introduce heavy fuel cell electric trucks into NZ

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Hiringa Energy and TR Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer heavy fuel cell electric trucks for the New Zealand market powered by Hiringa’s nation-wide hydrogen refueling network, and TR’s heavy fleet lease, rental, and maintenance management expertise.

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Fiat 875cc TwinAir named International Engine of the Year 2011

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Fiat’s 875cc TwinAir engine ( earlier post ) was named the International Engine of the Year 2011. The other winners in this year’s International Engine of the Year awards were: Best Performance Engine. MultiAir Turbo engine was awarded the Best New Engine 2010 award. Cutaway of the 875cc TwinAir. Click to enlarge.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

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As EVs are becoming more popular on New Zealand roads, it’s worth learning which types of EVs are available and a bit more about the technology that powers them. . You can charge your BEV at home or at various public and private charging stations around New Zealand. BEVs are low-maintenance vehicles.

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How Electric Vehicles Help You Prolong the Life of Your Fleet

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Fleet managers try to prolong the working lives of their vehicles with regular maintenance and efficient usage. Regardless of the vehicle drivetrain, all light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles will eventually need maintenance or repairs on the hundreds of moving parts. How Expensive Is EV Battery Maintenance?

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DOE awarding >$24M to 77 projects through Technology Commercialization Fund

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Industry-Informed Physics-Based Monitoring for Asset Management and Maintenance Optimization, $500,000 Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto, Calif. “DUSST”: NREL’s Low Maintenance Soiling Station, $50,000 Atonometrics Inc., MetalTek International, Watertown, Wis. Madison, Wis. Amesbury, Mass.

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Boeing Directs Airlines to Check 787 Cockpit Seats After Latam Incident

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Boeing has told airlines to check the cockpit seats of its 787 Dreamliner plane, the company said on Friday, after a Latam Airlines plane suddenly plunged on a flight to Auckland, New Zealand , on Monday, injuring passengers. We are recommending operators perform an inspection at the next maintenance opportunity,” it added.