NZ EV & TECH EXPO 2026

Friday 13 November

Conference Speakers
0 sessions · All times NZDT
11:00am to 11:10am 10 MIN PRESENTATION

Opening Ceremony

Opening ceremony and welcome to EV & Tech Expo 2026. Join us as we kick off three days of future mobility, innovation and technology.

11:55am – 12:05pm ☕ BREAK
12:45pm – 1:30pm ☕ LUNCH CATERING BREAK
1:30pm to 2:00pm 30 MIN PRESENTATION

The Tipping Point: How New Zealand Becomes an Electric-Mobility Nation

A big-picture discussion about the future of electric mobility in New Zealand.

2:30pm – 2:45pm ☕ AFTERNOON NETWORKING BREAK
3:05pm to 3:25pm 20 MIN PRESENTATION

Government Support and the EV Transition

An overview of government support for the EV transition, including the Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund.

3:05pm to 3:30pm 25 MIN PRESENTATION

What Happens to Your EV Battery? Life, Reuse and Recycling

Discover what happens to EV batteries at the end of their vehicle life, including reuse, recycling and battery stewardship.

11:00am to 11:20am 20 MIN PRESENTATION

A Dedicated Speaker Presentation from Right2Drive

A dedicated presentation from Right2Drive.

11:50am – 12:05pm ☕ MORNING NETWORKING BREAK
12:35pm to 1:05pm 30 MIN PANEL

From Garage to Global: Can One Person Build a Million-Dollar AI Business?

Startup founders explore how artificial intelligence can help individuals build, grow and scale successful businesses.

1:05pm – 1:35pm ☕ LUNCH BREAK
1:35pm to 2:05pm 30 MIN EV CLINIC

Charging Wars: Home Charger, Fast Charger or Solar?

Compare home charging, public fast charging and solar-powered charging solutions.

2:05pm to 2:35pm 30 MIN AI CLINIC

The AI Challenge LIVE: 5 Incredible Things AI Can Do in 20 Minutes to Transform Your Business

A live demonstration showcasing practical AI tools and ways businesses can use AI to improve productivity and transform operations.

2:35pm – 2:50pm ☕ AFTERNOON TEA BREAK
2:50pm to 3:20pm 30 MIN EV CLINIC

Buying a Used EV: Battery Health, Warranty and Resale

Learn what to check before buying a second-hand EV, including battery health, warranties and resale value.

11:00am to 11:20am 20 MIN PRESENTATION

The Hidden Mine: Turning EV Battery Waste into Critical Minerals for the Global Economy

Discover how valuable materials can be recovered from EV battery waste and how recycling can support a sustainable global economy.

11:20am to 11:50am 30 MIN PRESENTATION

How Solar, Wind, Batteries and EVs Can Create a Smarter Energy System

Explore how renewable energy, battery storage and electric vehicles can work together to create a more flexible and resilient energy system.

11:50am – 12:05pm ☕ MORNING BREAK
12:05pm to 12:35pm 30 MIN PANEL

EVs Beyond the Road: The Future of Electrifying NZ Boats

Explore the future of electric marine transport and the technology bringing electrification to New Zealand's waterways.

1:35pm – 2:05pm ☕ LUNCH BREAK
2:35pm to 3:05pm 30 MIN EV CLINIC

The Rise of Vehicle-to-X: Charge Your Car, Power Your Life

Explore Vehicle-to-X technology and how electric vehicles can become an active part of the wider energy ecosystem.

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