EV tyrekickers' guide – summer edition

EV tyrekickers' guide – summer edition
Plugged in: We give you the inside info on the best EVs for 2022. (Image: Kindel Media/Pexels)
Jem Traylen & Andy Fyers
Did the government's new rebate scheme get you salivating over electric vehicles (EV) but you haven't got around to buying one? Here at BusinessDesk, we understand how precious your summer break is, so we've updated our guide on everything an EV tyre-kicker needs to know.The numbers you need to know – you can get a rebate of $8,625 on a new EV or $ 5,750 on a new plug-in hybrid (PHEV).You can also get a discount on used imports (that is, 'new' to NZ) – $3,450 on a used EV or $2,300 on a used PHEV.Cars need t...

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