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We advocate for a cleaner, decarbonised transport sector for New Zealand. The future is electric! THE FUTURE IS ELECTRIC.

Drive Electric champions electric vehicles and e-mobility in New Zealand. As a not-for-profit organisation, we engage with government, media, industry and individuals to continually promote the benefits of making e-mobility mainstream and encourage accelerated electric vehicle uptake across the country. Our board, member network and research partners are at the forefront of the electric vehicle mo

vement. We are proud to instigate change and impart expertise in the key conversations bringing New Zealand closer to a fully electric future.

11/03/2026

Thank you Brooke van Velden MP, Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety, for the amendments to the WorkSafe Energy Safety Addendum (3rd Edition), released in January 2026.

The updated guidance addresses the issues highlighted in Drive Electric’s white paper on charging work electric vehicles at home. Developed with industry partners – Singer Electric, FleetPartners, Meridian Energy, and PDL by Schneider Electric – the paper outlined how the previous requirement that employer-owned EVs be charged in a garage was creating unnecessary barriers for businesses and excluding many workers.

The new guidance removes that restriction and aligns WorkSafe advice with Aotearoa New Zealand’s existing electrical safety standards, recognising that safety is determined by compliant installation and robust standards.

On behalf of Drive Electric and our more than 70 member organisations, we appreciate Brooke van Velden’s leadership in resolving this issue and ensuring practical, workable guidance for businesses transitioning to electric fleets.

Read more and download practical guidance for home charging work EVs from our website.

Schneider Electric
FleetPartners New Zealand
Singer Electric
Meridian Energy
WorkSafe New Zealand

10/03/2026

Imagine charging your EV without a card, a fob or a fuss!

Now you can, because charging your EV just got a whole lot easier at ChargeNet!

With the launch of Autocharge, compatible CCS EVs will be able to plug into a ChargeNet fast charger that supports Autocharge, and the charging session will start automatically.

No cards, no fobs, no fuss – just seamless charging.

Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gdgJ6gJm

ChargeNet NZ

09/03/2026

The Electricity Networks Aotearoa (ENA) has released a new EV Journey Charging report.

It is a useful contribution to the conversation, but its narrow focus on passenger vehicle charging along state highways risks underestimating what will be needed to support EV uptake in Aotearoa.

Journey charging is only one part of the picture. Heavy vehicles, tourism destinations, and high-capacity charging hubs will all be critical to a confident national charging network.

Read Drive Electric’s response: https://driveelectric.org.nz/press-release-ena-journey-charging-report/

04/03/2026

We're delighted to welcome MG Motor New Zealand as a new Corporate member to Drive Electric.

MG is about so much more than just getting from A to B — combining style, safety, space and, most importantly, fun motoring. With an expanding range of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, MG is making EVs accessible to more Kiwi drivers.

Checkout the smooth new model below.

19/11/2025

Rolling back support for EV uptake isn’t just an environmental step backwards — it’s a poor capital-management decision for Aotearoa. It means we keep spending billions on imported fossil fuels, sending our money offshore, instead of running our transport system on low-cost, home-grown renewable energy.

Supporting EVs keeps more value here, strengthens our energy independence, and lowers costs for households and businesses over time.
This isn’t just about emissions. It’s about smart economics for Aotearoa.

Listen to Kirsten Corson in conversation with Sarah Perriam-Lampp, Peter Fa'afiu and Wallace Chapman on The Panel (From 2:56 mins):

https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/thepanel/audio/2019013233/the-panel-with-sarah-perriam-lampp-and-peter-fa-afiu-part-1

RNZ

14/11/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Locky Dock to the Drive Electric EV Ecosystem as an Essential Member.

We’re excited to have them in our network because they’re helping Aotearoa shift to cleaner, smarter transport. Locky Docks make low-emissions travel easier for everyone by offering free secure parking, charging and wayfinding. This simple, clever infrastructure helps more people choose bikes and e-mobility more often, which means less congestion, lower emissions and healthier streets.

Nau mai, Locky Dock — we’re glad to have you on the journey with us.

Big Street Bikers

31/10/2025

Charging company EVs at home can be tricky — but it doesn’t have to be.

Last night, we proudly launched our latest white paper, Home Charging Work EVs — A Practical Guide for Businesses.

Developed in collaboration with Fleet Partners, Meridian Energy, PDL by Schneider Electric and Singer Electric, the paper provides practical guidance to help businesses implement home charging programmes with confidence — unlocking cost savings, improving resilience and supporting long-term sustainability.

Download it here: https://driveelectric.org.nz/about/whitepapers/

Thank you to Vector for kindly hosting the event, and to our members who joined us to celebrate the launch and continue to power the shift to electric transport.

Singer Electric, Schneider Electric, FleetPartners New Zealand, Meridian Energy, Vector Limited

30/10/2025

Charging company EVs at home can be tricky, but it doesn’t have to be.

We’ve teamed up with Fleet Partners, Meridian Energy, PDL by Schneider Electric and Singer Electric to create Home Charging Work EVs — a simple guide to help businesses make home charging work safely and effectively.

It sets out what you need to know about planning, safety, technology and everyday operations, so you can manage risk and capture the benefits.

Read the full report here: https://driveelectric.org.nz/about/whitepapers/

Meridian Energy, FleetPartners New Zealand, Schneider Electric, Singer Electric

14/10/2025

From renewable energy to battery components, Grant Bradley debunks common myths about EVs in conversation with our Chair, Kirsten Corson, and Ben Gleisner, founder of green fintech company Cogo.

Read How Green is Your EV, Really? in the Spring 2025 issue of AA Directions magazine:
https://driveelectric.org.nz/how-green-is-your-ev/

AA New Zealand

12/10/2025

We’re delighted to welcome Armstrong's to the Drive Electric network as a Corporate member.

Armstrong’s is the official national importer and distributor for several leading global automotive brands in Aotearoa, including Peugeot, Citroën, Opel New Zealand, Leapmotor, smart and the newly announced Dongfeng motor launching in November 2025.

Together, these marques represent a growing portfolio of world-class BEVs, BEVs with Range Extenders and PHEVs that leverage advanced technology to deliver value for customer and help accelerate our country’s transition to low-emission transport.

Learn more about Armstrong's, ADNZ and its commitment to electrification here: https://driveelectric.org.nz/members/auto-distributors-new-zealand/

We’re proud to work alongside Armstrong’s and our members to help Aotearoa meet its climate goals and keep the EV momentum going

30/09/2025

Last night we celebrated 10 years of ChargeNet NZ! Hon Christopher Bishop joined us to recognise the huge impact they’ve had on Aotearoa’s electric future.

Big congratulations to founders Steve and Dee West for your vision and persistence. Thanks also to Genesis for backing their growth, and to the ChargeNet team – past and present – for all your hard work. You’ve truly paved the way for so many to follow.

We’re excited about what’s next. The Government has committed to 10,000 public EV chargers by 2030 – building on the strong foundation pioneers like ChargeNet have created.

Share your first ChargeNet charging story in the comments!

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