r/nzev is a subreddit with 12k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses ev, nz, car, ev charger, and byd, and they frequently recommend/review power company, home charger, and tyres.
A place for all interested parties of electric vehicles (cars, bikes, scooters etc) to gather and discuss, share and communicate.
Use this sub to discuss EV news, tips, and things related to driving/owning an electric vehicle in New Zealand, or ask questions about making your next vehicle *electric*.
Popular Themes in r/nzev
#1
Advice Requests
: "What do I need to consider when purchasing an EV?"
6 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Buy an EV without ability to charge at home"
5 posts
#3
Pain & Anger
: "The Meridian charging stations on Main South Road in Christchurch have had all 10 cables cut and stolen"
2 posts
#4
Self-Promotion
: "[OC] I built an iPhone app for my MG. The beta is open to NZ owners"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/nzev
#1
Ev
: "The best power plan in NZ for Evs and solar (2026 guide)"
6 posts
#2
Nz
: "The best power plan in Nz for EVs and solar (2026 guide)"
5 posts
#3
Car
2 posts
#4
Ev Charger
2 posts
#5
Byd
: "Byd chch shipment, anyone still waiting for their new car?"
2 posts
#6
7+ Seater
1 post
#7
Evs
1 post
#8
M3lr
1 post
#9
Panel
1 post
#10
Tesla
1 post
Products Discussed in r/nzev
Power Company
28 reviews
#1
Genesis
4.1★ from 7 reviews
#2
Contact Energy
4.5★ from 6 reviews
#3
Electric Kiwi
4.3★ from 3 reviews
Home Charger
20 reviews
#1
Tesla
4.6★ from 7 reviews
#2
Evnex
4.2★ from 6 reviews
#3
Tesla Gen 3 Charger
5.0★ from 1 review
Tyres
3 reviews
#1
Michelin
5.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Kumho
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/nzev
#1
NZ EV News
: "EVs being trialled as giant batteries to power homes for less in Auckland"
2 posts
#2
Rant
: "The Zeekr 7x makes the Tesla Model Y feel CHEAP."
1 post
Member Growth in r/nzev
Yearly
+3k members(28.8%)
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Last updated: October 23, 2026