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I wonder if they could load batteries into it instead of cars and passengers? I assume it’s too hard to be worthwhile, and probably still wouldn’t get the rang

• dzhiurgis 10mo ago
  I think that makes a ton of sense, esp since you can retrofit diesel-electric ferries. Skips expensive DC charging infrastructure, but does require to buy two batteries which can get expensive. Over time vpp / market arbitrage can pay for battery itself tho. Also sacrifices some of the cargo capacity. I.e. for wellington - picton that’s about 4 rail cars or 6 semi trailers. Edit: also smaller turnaround time.
  • lostlogin 10mo ago
    For one long haul trip at the start of its life, a generator might be an option too. New Zealand should we well suited to electrifying everything, with a lot of good energy sources. I can’t see the current government supporting anything EV, particularly across the Cook Strait, given the ferry fiasco to date.
  • lostlogin 10mo ago
    For one long haul trip at the start of its life, a generator might be an option too. New Zealand should we well suited to electric ferries, with a lot of good energy sources. I can’t see the current government supporting anything EV, particularly across the Cook Strait, given the ferry fiasco to date.