Explore NZ Travel Blog

Generally, electric vehicles are easier to refuel than an internal combustion engine petrol car, and you can enjoy even further savings with a free charging station. New Zealand has a wide and varied range of EV charging stations to encourage greener driving, but many formerly free stations have recently transitioned to being pay-to-use, such as […]

Electric vehicles are generally cheaper to run than petrol models, especially when you’re lucky enough to find a free charger. When EVs were first rolled out in New Zealand, many networks installed free EV chargers across the North and South Islands to encourage drivers to switch. However, many of these networks, such as ChargeNet, have […]

At GO Rentals, we’re proud Kiwis and eager to protect our beautiful native New Zealand landscape, as we are to provide an exceptional rental car experience for our customers. That’s why we’re committed to making it a breeze to GO green when you drive with us, so you can easily take climate action and enjoy […]

At GO Rentals, we’re local Kiwis who care as much about protecting our stunning native environment as we do about providing an outstanding rental experience for our customers. We’re committed to making it easier than ever for you to take climate action and enjoy low-impact driving.  GO Rentals offers electric and hybrid cars with regenerative […]

New Zealand is a relaxing and breathtakingly beautiful country best explored by car, and the driving rules are designed to keep people, wildlife and protected landscapes safe. As a Kiwi-owned business, we are passionate about encouraging locals and travellers to see this stunning country. With New Zealand car rentals across the North and South Island, […]

An electric car unlocks multiple benefits: it’s easy on the earth and easy on the wallet. Many factors will affect the cost of charging an electric car, such as your car battery size or vehicle weight. Whether you need a fuel-efficient car hire or you want to test drive an EV before buying, we will […]

Hi there GO Explore fans! We regularly post up on our GO Explore Facebook page to find some top tips on the best places to visit in New Zealand and the best things to do in our beautiful country. With over 450,000 fans across the world, we get some fantastic recommendations and some top tips […]

Driving across New Zealand in winter presents stunning sights of snowy mountains and fields of sleet. However, the cold weather poses unique risks to drivers unfamiliar with colder temperatures. Black ice can be found in areas of New Zealand where temperatures reach sub-freezing levels, such as Otago or the Southland. It is highly slippery and […]