Hikotron

Hikotron is a New Zealand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure company founded in 2020 by three co-founders — Ron, Dean, and Stephanie O'Callaghan — with the goal of accelerating EV adoption across New Zealand and beyond. The company is headquartered in Hamilton, New Zealand, where its chargers are designed and manufactured. Hikotron operates a nationwide charging network and supplies charging hardware to businesses, workplaces, and public sites. Hikotron's flagship hardware is its Dual-Post AC charger, a stainless-steel pedestal that integrates two charge points into a single unit. The design is intended to halve civil works costs — one concrete foundation and one trench instead of two — while maximizing parking density and reducing clutter. The AC charger delivers 7–22 kW via a Type 2 socket, supports smart charging and intelligent power management, and is built for New Zealand conditions with a claimed 99.9% uptime. The company also sells EV accessories such as a Type 2 to Type 1 charging cable, and offers a PlugPay™ payment and connectivity system for starting charging sessions. Hikotron's network grew from its first charging site at Waikato Innovation Park in 2021 to more than 250 charge points and over 2,000 active app users by 2023. The company has deployed 200+ units of its Dual-Post AC charger. It is developing a battery-buffered DC fast charger with up to 300 kW output and 300 kWh of integrated battery storage, planned for launch in 2027, which will support V2G and peer-to-peer charging. Hikotron positions itself as a New Zealand-made, engineering-led charging provider focused on civil efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Its mission is to unlock EV charging infrastructure anywhere by delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions.

Hikotron was founded in 2020 by three co-founders — Ron, Dean, and Stephanie O'Callaghan — with a vision to accelerate EV adoption across New Zealand and beyond. The company was built from the ground up by its co-founders, whose passion for clean technology and problem-solving mindset drove its development. In 2021, Hikotron deployed its first charging site at Waikato Innovation Park, marking the launch of its charging network. By 2022, the company had reached a milestone of more than 150 active charging points nationwide in New Zealand. In 2023, Hikotron launched its Version 3 smart charging technology and expanded into business solutions. That year it also surpassed 2,000 active users on its mobile app and grew to more than 250 charge points. The company's Dual-Post AC charger, designed and made in Hamilton, New Zealand, has seen 200+ units deployed. Looking ahead, Hikotron is developing a battery-buffered DC rapid charger with up to 300 kW output and 300 kWh of integrated battery storage, planned for launch in 2027. The company describes this as a step toward revolutionizing rapid charging infrastructure, with support for V2G and peer-to-peer charging to unlock new revenue without overloading the grid.

• 2023

  Launched Version 3 smart charging technology; surpassed 2,000 active app users and 250+ charge points; expanded to business solutions.

• 2022

  Reached 150+ active charging points nationwide in New Zealand.

• 2021

  First charging site deployed at Waikato Innovation Park.

• 2020

  Hikotron founded by three co-founders — Ron, Dean, and Stephanie O'Callaghan.

• Planned launch of battery-buffered 300 kW DC rapid charger.

New Zealand-made, engineering-led EV charging infrastructure focused on civil efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.

• Hikotron Dual-Post AC Charger

  Dual-port AC charger for workplace and public charging. Power output 7–22 kW, Type 2 socket, 4–8 hours full charge, compatible with all EV models. Stainless steel design, smart charging, 99.9% uptime. Designed and made in Hamilton, New Zealand. 200+ units deployed.

• Hikotron Battery Buffered DC Charger

  In development, planned for 2027. Up to 300 kW output, 300 kWh battery capacity, 10–20 min to 80% charge. Integrated battery storage reduces grid demand. Supports V2G and peer-to-peer charging. 99.9% uptime.

• Hikotron EV Charging Cable – Type 2/Type 1

  Mode 3, 32A, 5 metre, single phase, outdoor safe. Connects Type 2 charger to Type 1 vehicle. IEC 62196 certified, UL 2251 approved. $239 NZD GST incl. Includes $20 Hikotron charging credit.

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