How battery-powered truck trailers can cut diesel use by up to 50 pct
Australian company says electrifying truck trailers with a battery pack is significantly cheaper than doing the same with the prime mover, and can cut diesel use by up to 50 per cent.
Stellantis takes $A37 billion write-down in wild scramble to retreat from EVs
Stellantis, one of the world’s largest car manufacturers, takes a stunning $A37 billion hit as part of a wide-ranging retreat from its EV ambitions.
BYD’s first EV gets major boost in power and new AWD version approved
BYD's first EV in the market gets a much needed upgrade with new drivetrains, more power and faster charging.
BMX Bandits to eBike Bandits: The kids are not the problem, it’s the lack of clear standards
More than 40 years ago, Nicole Kidman's career was launched by a film about BMX Bandits. These days, kids are riding e-bikes, and again copping flak. But the real problem is a lack of standards.
“From a trickle to a real market:” Government urged to retain FBT exemption for EVs
EV and car leasing lobbies say the FBT exemption for EVs has been a huge success, particularly for outer-suburban families, and should not be repealed.
BYD’s upcoming flagship 7-seater EV with 1,000 kW DC charging sighted
BYD's next flagship BEV sighted in regulatory filing revealing key specs.
Nio delivers 100 million EV battery swaps and may post a profit for the first time
They said the technology would never work, but Nio has now completed 100 million EV battery swaps and is also expected to post its first profit.
The Driven Podcast: “What the f* was that?” – The electric truck moment changing Australian freight
Co-Founder of New Energy Transport Daniel Bleakley explains how electric trucks are performing in real-world freight operations, and why the economics are starting to stack up.
Kia’s PV5 electric Van gets approval for sale in Australia
Kia's next EV has now been approved for sale in Australia, meaning the company's first electric van, the PV5, could be available in Australia within a few months.
Australia’s fastest charging EV Zeekr 7X scores 5-star ANCAP rating amid high demand
Zeekr's popular 7X SUV gets 5-star ANCAP rating with solid demand outlined with thousands ditching premium ICE models to make the jump.


