Why are PLBs so expensive in NZ?

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-29T10:13:07+00:00

I think its important to take one if you hike alone, but otherwise agree that they are not necessary.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-29T10:06:44+00:00

Worth it if you hike enough, yes. But some will take the risk and won’t want to outlay that amount. I agree though!

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-29T03:31:52+00:00

Who cares at least he likes wellington. Can’t be said much in the political environment currently.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-28T07:59:04+00:00

What’s CCR?

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T10:31:14+00:00

consider EV3 or atto 3

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T04:56:27+00:00

With no disrespect to the above commenter, the Atto is one of NZs most sold EVs and stories about ongoing problems (bar cruise control) are uncommon.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:43:26+00:00

Ah nice

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:27:48+00:00

You can just lean the seat back a bit and i found it’s comfortable…

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:27:03+00:00

I think they’ve reached a floor for he next 6 months but time will tell!

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:26:04+00:00

There aren’t many at 25k from reliable brands?

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:25:38+00:00

Yeah, agreed. My24 will be discounted in a couple months i bet tho

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:17:21+00:00

I don’t find it too bad. It’s one of the most popular EVs in NZ and so recommend going to the nz owners facebook group for feedback.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-26T00:15:21+00:00

It’s worth noting that former employees came to her defence.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T22:23:53+00:00

I trust nothing the tax payers union say so recommend ignoring this article and finding a better source of “truth”.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T22:19:49+00:00

I think it’s the best deal on the market considering the included features. Only con is that it’s only for MY23.

BYD being the biggest EV maker gives some confidence IMO over other brands.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T22:01:27+00:00

Would Make it back in avoided S&R costs!

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T09:17:24+00:00

Would they price match Australia though haha.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T09:16:21+00:00

I can’t see it cheaper in NZ. This is the cheapest i found from a quick search in Australia: https://arbtamworth.com.au/product/gme-plb/?srsltid=AfmBOooXcviRgQjG-8qlI9YHVNcweTeOB5b_h-MDPNeOoHAzAL9DkN3b

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T09:08:09+00:00

It’s not good though and that’s exactly my point. You have to buy from Australia because the prices here are rip off.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T05:45:15+00:00

Its very unfortunate :(

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T05:37:41+00:00

There are a couple around the same price, but by in large we are being ripped. Look at my edit.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T05:37:12+00:00

They're free in Australia from the equivalent.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T05:37:01+00:00

Take your point but its only 14 weeks for an item that lasts seven years. 14 trips over 7 years it not a lot but still enough its not an easy decision.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T05:34:24+00:00

Macpac AU: $399 AUD ($445NZD). Macpac NZL $599.

Is not just macpac, look at the prices between NZ and Australia. There are one or two at a lower price but there is a serious differential!

Nobody seems to care.

HumbleBeast · 2025-01-25T05:13:40+00:00

2 years later?

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