That wasn’t smoke rising from Auckland’s new $20m ferry, AT says

A new $20 million ferry in Auckland caused a stir when it appeared to emit smoke, raising concerns about a potential fire. However, Auckland Transport clarified that the smoke-like haze was actually the ferry charging its batteries, an entirely normal process for electric vessels. This incident underscores the importance of understanding modern technologies in public transport, especially as cities invest heavily in electric infrastructure to reduce emissions and promote sustainability. The mix-up highlights how new tech can sometimes lead to public confusion until people get more familiar with it.