Meet the Fleet – Z Energy
Introducing Drive Electric’s newest fleet member, Z Energy, who plays a critical role in helping Aotearoa New Zealand meet its climate targets by supporting electric vehicle drivers with an eventual nationwide rollout of EV charging stations. Z Energy (Z) EV ambitions: Z is committed to helping Aotearoa reach its ambitious emissions reduction targets and has supported EV […]
Meet the Fleet – ZERO
Discover ZERO, the EV charging network brought to you by Meridian Energy! Meridian Energy has been at the forefront of supporting clean energy in New Zealand for decades. As New Zealand’s largest electricity generator, they have had a massive impact on emissions reductions nationwide by generating energy from 100% renewable sources – wind, water and sun. […]
Meet the Fleet – SHAPE
Who is the SHAPE Group? SHAPE was formed to build an integrated infrastructure services business specialising in a full-service range including design, build, operate, finance, and maintain contracts in all of the markets we operate. As of 2022 we have three main business units SHAPE Energy, SHAPE Technology, and SHAPE Projects.SHAPE Energy specialises in compressed air, power generation, industrial compressed gases, […]
Meet the Fleet – Singer Electric
We are excited to showcase Corporate member Singer Electric, a forward-thinking industry leader in smart electrification! Singer Electric has been operating since 1953 as a New Zealand-owned electrical contracting company. Recognising the opportunity and necessity for decarbonised transport and large-scale sustainable energy management solutions, Singer has evolved to become experts in the smart electrification space. With […]
Energising the future of mobility: Welcome to bp EV charging!
Drive Electric Corporate member bp is making good progress in bringing their global experience in fast vehicle charging to New Zealand. bp is committed to advancing the future of transportation by providing high-speed, convenient charging options for both consumer and commercial use. They plan to initially roll out about 600 charging points across their New Zealand sites, with […]
Meet the Fleet – Powerco
Powerco aims to be a reliable partner for New Zealand’s energy future. They see electric vehicles as an integral part of how energy infrastructure will be used in years to come. Reasons behind transitioning to EVs? Converting Powerco’s vehicle fleet to electric is just one way they can support the move to renewable transport – […]
Meet the Fleet – Meridian Energy
When did Meridian start their EV initiative and what is Meridian’s involvement with EVs in New Zealand? Meridian Energy started on their EV journey in 2016 by partnering with Kiwi Properties to allow free electric vehicle charging at four shopping malls around New Zealand (Sylvia Park, Lynn Mall, The Plaza and Northlands). The 100% renewable energy company who has always been […]
Meet the Fleet – Custom Fleet
Custom Fleet has been operating for over 20 years, and they currently operate over 30,000 vehicles and pieces of commercial equipment in New Zealand. We spoke to Michelle Herlihy, Custom Fleet’s Country Manager. How many EVs do you have in your fleet? We have just transitioned 33% of our fleet to EVs. Our EVs are […]
Meet the Fleet – Powerco
Powerco staff are helping drive New Zealand towards an electric vehicle (EV) future. Leading by example, in 2016 Powerco joined other high-profile businesses in committing to convert 30% of its fleet to electric. And it’s well on the way to achieving that, with 26% of its fleet now electric. Powerco Business Development General Manager Eric […]
Meet the Fleet – GVI
We chatted to Hayden Johnston, Managing Director of GVI about GVI Electric who has some great insight into the changing EV market as well as tips for EV buyers. What does GVI Electric do? We are a supplier of Parallel Import New and Pre-Owned Electric Vehicles with dealerships in Auckland, Tauranga and Wellington. We also […]
