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That\u2019s a saving about $1200 per year at a time when cost of living is top of mind for many. Once the 7kWh free daily allowance is reached, further charging is just 47 cents per kWh, significantly less than other public fast charging providers. All charging is conveniently managed through the JOLT app.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first Wellington charger is at Investore Property\u2019s retail site at 91 Johnsonville Road.&nbsp; JOLT aims to work with private landowners and local authorities to have more locations live across Greater Wellington by the end of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Country Manager Chris Monaghan says, \u201cJOLT has the capital and appetite to invest in Wellington\u2019s urban infrastructure at the level Wellington needs to keep pace with EV growth, but it will take positive partnerships with site owners like Investore Property and with national and local government to deliver on that ambition.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>JOLT founder and CEO Doug McNamee says the company is on a mission to make electric transport more accessible and affordable. \u201cWe want New Zealanders to have the same access to fast, free, and clean EV charging that we offer in other cities around the world. 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