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How electric trucks and buses could change NZ

New Zealand's shift to electric trucks and buses, led by companies like Waste Management and aided by solutions from ABB, promises a cleaner, greener future.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Mar 2018

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Mercury converts a 1957 Ford Fairlane to plug-in electric

Mercury's '57 Fairlane goes electric, igniting Kiwi passion for cleaner, classic rides. #EVRevolution #NZTech.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2018

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Kiwis embrace EVs as part of a longer sustainability journey

A survey by Flip the Fleet reveals Kiwi electric vehicle owners are taking further steps towards sustainability, from reducing waste to installing solar panels.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2018

Semiconductors

Huawei uses AI-powered smartphone to autonomously drive a car

Huawei pushes the limits of AI with its Mate 10 Pro, transforming a Porsche Panamera into a driverless car that not only sees but understands its surroundings.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Feb 2018

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NZ's first road legal electric motorcycle set to hit the streets

UBCO launches NZ's first road-legal electric motorcycle, the 2018 2x2, enhancing accessibility and dual-use capability for both on and off-road travel.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2018

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The government invests $3.7 million in EV technology

More electric vehicles will be hitting New Zealand's highways, bus lanes and streets with another round of government funding.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018

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Jucy set to introduce electric campervan fleet

Thousands of tourists in New Zealand may soon tour in electric campervans as Jucy begins a pioneering EV trial, aiming to meet eco-friendly travel demand.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018

Global Stories

Automotive stories

Malware

Security experts demonstrate that ransomware attacks on robots are possible

Researchers at IOActive have conducted what could be the world's first ransomware attack on robots, potentially disrupting the booming robotics market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Mar 2018

Cartech

The new chip that enables AI processing for autonomous cars

Renesas Electronics announced its new R-Car V3H system-on-chip that delivers high computer vision performance and AI processing.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Mar 2018

Cartech

Ericsson & Argus Cyber Security embark on security collaboration for connected vehicles

Argus Cyber Security and Ericsson will provide intelligence-based cybersecurity to connected vehicles and automakers.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2018

Marketing Technologies

SAP brings MasterCard, HERE and Postmates to connected vehicle marketplace

SAP Vehicles Network connects vehicles to intelligent, automated services for parking, fueling, food, navigation and payment.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2018

DevOps

Hackers exploit Tesla's AWS servers to mine cryptocurrency

Tesla is reassuring customers that a recent cryptojacking has not compromised vehicle safety of customer privacy.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018

Breach Prevention

State-sponsored North Korean cyberespionage group continues to weaponize tactics

The North Korean threat group known to some as Reaper (APT37) is eyeing bigger targets with more sophisticated tactics.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2018

Internet of Things

Trend Micro & Panasonic launch mission to advance connected car security

The two companies aim to thwart cyber risks that jeopardise connected car safety - particularly security in ECUs and infotainment systems.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Feb 2018

Smart Cities

Cohda launches Shanghai office to optimize China's smart cities

Australian firm Cohda Wireless opens a Shanghai office to cater to China's booming smart city and autonomous vehicle markets, targeting 2025 national goals.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018

Supply Chain

Microsoft preparing displaced Aussies for future in tech

Microsoft has partnered with the government to provide digital skills to workers whose roles were displaced by automotive manufacturing plant closure.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018