The New Zealand Defence Force is trialling electric utility bikes at Waiouru to see if they are suitable for military use. New Zealand’s military is exploring a greener mode of transport by trialling electric motorbikes. The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) will test four specially built two-wheel bikes as part of a trial that will involve reconnaissance and surveillance, airfield security and other transport work. * No e-scooters for cops despite electric bike trial* Volkswagen aims for electric Nurburgring recordSupplied/NZDF NZDF staff pictured trialling the electric motorbikes. “Electric vehicles offer some advantages over normally fuelled vehicles.

Source: Stuff July 27, 2020 02:37 UTC