How the lights work?

Smart Energy Behind the Sparkle

Vector Lights is powered by advanced clean energy technology:

• Solar panels capture energy during the day
• Tesla Powerpack battery stores that energy for use at night
• Smart meters on the bridge and battery communicate every 10 seconds
• Peer-to-peer tech ensures only the exact amount of energy needed is released—no more, no less

This is how we light the bridge responsibly, showcasing a smart energy solution in action.

A Bridge Built for Change

The Auckland Harbour Bridge has always symbolised progress and connection.

• Built in 1959, it linked the North Shore with the central city, transforming Auckland’s growth and economy.
• Originally planned as a six-lane bridge with footpaths, it was scaled back to four lanes due to cost.
• Within 10 years, traffic exceeded expectations—over 10 million cars crossed annually by 1965.
• In 1969, four "clip-on" lanes were added, a bold engineering move that gave the bridge its current eight-lane layout.