Tested on Tāmaki Makaurau

Long terminals, ferry piers and a city built on about 50 volcanoes. Here’s where an Elala earns its keep.

Auckland Airport

International to domestic is a long walk along the green line. With an Elala you still follow the line, just sitting down. Ride slowly and courteously, give way to everyone, and walk it in queues or wherever staff ask.

The Waiheke run

Pier 2 to the ferry, Matiatia to lunch. 40 litres fits a weekend wardrobe and, theoretically, a modest case of Syrah.

Cruise day

Ship docks at Queens Wharf and you’re at brunch in Britomart before everyone else has found their lanyards.

The hills

Parnell Rise and friends will test any motor. On steep hills, help it out with a scoot. It’s a suitcase, not a gondola.

Riding courteously

NZTA guidance for footpaths: ride at a speed that doesn’t put other people at risk, and give way to pedestrians. Use the slowest mode in crowds.