Four weeks after its launch, electric vehicle owners are making the most of Rotorua's first public fast-charging station.
The charger has already been used 102 times and delivered enough energy to drive more than 5500km, which is equivalent to driving right around New Zealand - including both the North and South Island, a release issued today stated.
Electric vehicle (EV) owner and visitor to Rotorua, Steve Withers used the charger on his 524km trip from Auckland to Rotorua and back.
"I bought my first EV, a Nissan LEAF, about four months ago. I bought it because I wanted to reduce my carbon footprint and do my bit for climate change. I love it.
"Making the mental transition from petrol car habits to electric car habits has been fascinating and challenging. But once you have your head around the specifics of driving an EV, like charging, it's not a problem. Particularly with rapid charge stations like this becoming more widespread.