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### [![The Most Common Questions About Electric Cars Answered](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/SZA%20Automobiles/SZA%20Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/The%20Most%20Common%20Questions%20About%20Electric%20Cars%20Answered.jpg?width=600&name=The%20Most%20Common%20Questions%20About%20Electric%20Cars%20Answered.jpg) 22 Apr 2026 The Most Common Questions About Electric Cars Answered Electric vehicles are becoming a common sight on New Zealand roads, with many Kiwis choosing them to lower their carbon footprint and reduce their running costs. Range anxiety, battery...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/the-most-common-questions-about-electric-cars-answered)

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### [![5 Tips For Driving Safely at Night](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/AdobeStock_218098670.jpeg?width=600&name=AdobeStock_218098670.jpeg) 23 Aug 2024 5 Tips For Driving Safely at Night As daylight fades and the night sky takes over, driving on NZ roads can come with its own set of challenges. Whether you're travelling the countryside or navigating the bustling city...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/5-tips-for-driving-safely-at-night)

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### [![How to Use Your Mobile Phone While Driving Safely & Legally](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/How-to-Use-Your-Mobile-Phone-While-Driving-Safely-1.jpeg?width=600&name=How-to-Use-Your-Mobile-Phone-While-Driving-Safely-1.jpeg) 09 Nov 2023 How to Use Your Mobile Phone While Driving Safely & Legally A mobile phone is a very handy communication device that most of us would never consider leaving home without it. That’s why it can be tempting to use while you are driving, even...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/how-to-use-your-mobile-phone-while-driving-safely-legally)

### [![Drive Smart, Save Fuel: 10 Tips for Automatic Car Owners](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/hs-fs/hubfs/Blogs%20and%20Customer%20Reviews/Blogs/H%26D%20%20Blog%20Header%20Template%20%202022%20(37).png?width=600&name=H&D%20%20Blog%20Header%20Template%20%202022%20(37).png) 20 Jun 2023 Drive Smart, Save Fuel: 10 Tips for Automatic Car Owners Driving an automatic is easy. The whole driving experience is comfortable and convenient, when there’s no having to shift the gears up and down. However, automatic cars tend to be less...](https://drive.suzuki.co.nz/blog/drive-smart-save-fuel-10-tips-for-automatic-car-owners)

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