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Australian EV Market Dips in August, New Zealand Steady

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continued] The post Australian EV Market Dips in August, New Zealand Steady appeared first on CleanTechnica. It was 6,743 in July. Perhaps it’s time to admit that there is a slowdown and a pivot to PHEVs. Strangely, the more.

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New Zealand Post buys Hyundai XCIENT fuel cell truck

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The New Zealand Government Emissions Reduction Plan includes a target to cut emissions from freight transport by 35% by 2035. Heavy transport makes up 4% of New Zealand’s transport fleet but is responsible for 25% of all transport emissions. NZ Post’s Hyundai XCIENT Fuell Cell truck will now undergo a validation process.

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Universal Hydrogen completes first taxi tests; granted experimental airworthiness certificate by FAA; Air New Zealand agreement

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Air New Zealand. Separately, Universal Hydrogen announced a strategic agreement with Air New Zealand as part of the airline’s expanding Mission Next Gen Aircraft program. Air New Zealand named Universal Hydrogen to its long-term partner program as it seeks to find sustainable solutions for its fleet.

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Xpeng Launches as Australian EV Market Down, New Zealand Market Recovering

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continued] The post Xpeng Launches as Australian EV Market Down, New Zealand Market Recovering appeared first on CleanTechnica. At least it isn’t Groundhog Day. The spectacular launch of Xpeng into the Australian market is expected to shift the ground.

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Hiringa Energy and HYZON Motors to deploy fuel-cell-powered heavy trucks in New Zealand in 2021

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The heavy fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) will be tailored to meet the demanding and unique requirements of the New Zealand heavy freight and road transport sector; it is expected that the vehicles will enter service in New Zealand from the start of 2021. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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New Zealand Exceeds 50% Electric Vehicle Penetration In December 2023!

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With the threat of loss of subsidies, New Zealanders have bought electric vehicles at an unprecedented rate, achieving 50% penetration. continued] The post New Zealand Exceeds 50% Electric Vehicle Penetration In December 2023! appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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Mercedes-Benz updates three new electric vans for Australia and New Zealand markets

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Mercedes-Benz has updated three electric vans for the Australian and New Zealand market including a refreshed eVito and eVito Tourer, and the EQV 300 people mover. The post Mercedes-Benz updates three new electric vans for Australia and New Zealand markets appeared first on The Driven.