Everything an EV tyre-kicker needs to know

Everything an EV tyre-kicker needs to know
Jem Traylen & Andy Fyers
Has the government's new rebate scheme got you salivating over electric cars?  From July 1 you can receive rebates of $8,625 on a new EV or $5,750 on a new plug-in hybrid. Cars need to cost less than $80,000 and have at least a 3-star safety rating. Here at BusinessDesk we understand how precious your time is so we have compiled everything an EV tyre-kicker needs to know – How to get your rebate, EECA's guide for EV newbies, advice from possibly NZ's greatest electric car enthusiast, and most importantly, check...

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