Decarbonisation
Electric, hydrogen and low-emission transport, and the road to net zero.
FleetPartners backs Drive Electric ‘State of the Nation’ event
FleetPartners says New Zealand’s transport sector must better leverage the country’s renewable electricity advantages while addressing charging infrastructure and policy gaps slowing EV adoption. The company…
Auckland’s first electric-hybrid ferry nears service launch
Auckland’s first plug-in electric-hybrid fast ferry is a step closer to entering passenger service following months of testing and sea trials. Stakeholders, dignitaries and local politicians…
Scania demonstrates V2G charging for electric trucks
Swedish heavy truck manufacturer Scania has demonstrated what it says is one of the world’s first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems for heavy commercial vehicles using Megawatt Charging…
Maxus launches in NZ with motorhomes, caravans and electric trucks
A new Chinese automotive brand has entered the New Zealand market, with Maxus Automotive launching as a standalone distributor for SAIC’s Maxus brand. The company is…
PM visits TR Group to discuss transport sustainability
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon visited TR Group headquarters on Friday, May 15, where the heavy vehicle rental and leasing company showcased its efforts to support lower-emissions transport…
Big Chill trials electric refrigerated trailer
A fully electric refrigerated trailer from Schmitz Cargobull is being trialled in New Zealand by Big Chill Distribution in partnership with TR Group. Fruehauf NZ, the…
Toyota Hilux BEV arrives in New Zealand
Toyota’s first-ever battery electric Hilux will be available for New Zealand customers to pre-order towards the end of May, marking a significant milestone in the company’s…
Kia PV5 electric van priced from $64,990
Kia New Zealand has confirmed pricing for its all-new PV5 electric van, with the Cargo 5DR variant arriving in the fourth quarter of 2026 from $64,990…
WattEV to deploy 370 Tesla Semis in major California electric freight rollout
US-based electric truck service provider WattEV will deploy 370 Tesla Semi electric trucks as part of what it says will be the largest electric freight network…
TR Group launches heavy fleet decarbonisation initiative
TR Group has launched an end-to-end heavy fleet decarbonisation capability statement aimed at helping transport operators in New Zealand and Australia transition to lower- and zero-emission…