@Squilliam: You're right about that. However, problem with the solar power (this may not come into mind in NZ) is, that at the time most of the energy would be needed, there's little of it available. What you'd need, would be power plants (coal or oil for a fast startup) to keep the supply steady.
But. Solar power would be great addition where it's available throughout the year.
Charging cars would likely bring the problem with the grid capacity, since you'd have to have lots of cars in charge simultanously (which itself would create the peak). The grid, of course, wouldn't be much of a problem in the long run.
Before electric cars, i would see the 2nd generation hybrids (that you btw can charge from the grid) more viable option with the tech known today.
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