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5 major challenges facing EVs in NZ

EVs are increasingly popular in NZ, but we assess the hurdles they still need to overcome to achieve mass adoption.

Range anxiety

Higher up-front prices

Home-charging hindrances

Not a practical heavy vehicle solution

A polarising appearance

Nothing’s gonna stop us now

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