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Buying an Electric Car in 2026? Watch This First (NZ EV Guide)

Thinking about buying an electric car in 2026? You're not alone! This guide walks you through how to choose the right EV - both new or used - for your needs, without wasting money or buying the wrong one. Kiwis have been snapping up electric vehicles like never before, causing some dealerships to run out of stock. This is why knowing what actually matters before you go electric car shopping is more important than ever. In this video I visit car yards in New Zealand and break down the three things that really determine which EV you should buy: ⚡ Range: how much do you actually need (and why more isn’t always better) 🚗 Size: from tiny hatchbacks to 7-seater family haulers 💰 Budget: finding the smartest way to go electric in today’s EV market. You’ll also learn: - How realistic EV range figures really are in NZ conditions - The easiest ways to charge at home and on road trips - New vs used EV buying tips - Which Nissan Leaf models to choose (and which to avoid) - What happens if things go wrong with your used EV. Whether you're looking at a brand-new EV or a budget-friendly second-hand option, this video will help you buy with confidence - just be warned: as Gav says, once you go electric, you'll never go back... 📽️IN THIS VIDEO: 0:00 - Intro 0:59 - What range do you need? 2:10 - Are stated ranges realistic? 2:29 - How to charge your EV 3:42 - They're cheap to run! 4:44 - Choosing the right sized EV 5:56 - How much should you spend? 6:39 - What about a used EV? 7:57 - Batteries, repairs and warranties 💚MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: The EV Buyers' Guide: https://ecotricity.co.nz/ev-buyers-guide How to charge an EV (in plain English): https://youtu.be/DRy8JNsp9Ug Dongfeng Box review: https://youtu.be/izowVnqB6XQ BYD Atto 1 review: https://youtu.be/-jRJ1da83rg BYD Atto 2 review: https://youtu.be/1burC9wpu7U BYD Sealion 7 vs Tesla Model Y review: https://youtu.be/JLB3l-5ZvvM Finding a decent, used Nissan Leaf: https://youtu.be/2xLBLhGwlX0 ⚡JOIN US: Keen on cutting your carbon footprint? Join us at Ecotricity, the home of clean, renewable energy! Switch today to join the renewable energy movement: https://www.ecotricity.co.nz https://www.ecotricity.co.nz 🌏MORE ECOTRICITY CONTENT: Facebook: / ecotricitynz TikTok: / ecotricitynz Instagram: / ecotricity_nz DISCLAIMER: This video is produced by Ecotricity NZ and is not sponsored by any brands mentioned. #Ecotricity #electricvehicle #NZ #guide #tips #EVs #oilcrisis #fuelpricehike