At Atomic EV we are passionate about providing people smarter ways to move. Ways that are more convenient, more enjoyable, safer, more economical and better for the environment. We aim to make last mile transport easier and more fun by supporting very efficient personal electric vehicles (PEV), not only their sale but also servicing, advice, testing and building a great community of users. We are confident that you’ll become as addicted to riding and wearing what we sell and support as we are!

A personal electric vehicle (PEV), personal mobility device, portable electric vehicle, or electric ridable, is any battery-powered form of transportation. They include motorised e-scooters and trikkes, electric skateboards, self-balancing scooters or hoverboards, electric unicycles, and onewheel self-balancing boards. Why have a PEV? Convenience PEVs are very convenient for getting around, either locally or in combination with public transport. Many models work both on-road and off-road, can be easily stored, are portable, and include safety features. Modern models have speeds comparable to urban transport and ranges close to some electric cars, so transport times and range anxiety are lesser considerations nowadays….

The range of PEVs at Atomic EV include the fastest electric skateboards and EUC available in New Zealand, with several having very high top speeds (boards over 60 km/h and EUCs over 95 km/h). So we take safety of our riders seriously, and offer the largest range of gear in NZ specifically for PEV riders. Which is the best protective gear to wear depends on many factors. Besides the speeds and environment in which the PEV will be ridden, the type of PEV (upright stance or crouched over, forward or side-on stance), rider experience in the conditions, and hazards (cars,…

At Atomic EV we provide PEV options to cater for a wide range of budgets, from quality electric skateboards for under $1000 and electric unicycles under $1200 to the premium Renegade Diablo for $3699 and P6 for $8599. Some other PEV are much more, with e-foils from reputable brands ranging in prices between $14000 and $28000. Although great value for money, convenient and providing many savings for transportation over fossil-fuel modes of transport some of them are not cheap, so for many riders purchase financing is necessary. At Atomic EV we’ve investigated what options there are in New Zealand for…

Lithium-ion batteries are very widely used in many consumer electronics. Compared to most other rechargeable battery technologies, lithium-ion batteries have high energy densities, low self-discharge, and allow recharging between 300-15000 full cycles. This makes them particularly suited for powering personal electric vehicles. However, they do reduce their capacity and/or increase their resistance through repeated usage, so its good to understand how to care for the battery in your PEV to maximise its lifetime. They can also be a significant fire hazard if handled inappropriately, so all consumers should have a basic understanding of battery safety. How lithium-ion batteries work Lithium-ion…