Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

EV News

“Go-kart mode:” Mini announces Australia pricing for all-electric Mini JCW and Aceman

Mini Australia this week unveiled pricing for the new all-electric John Cooper Works and all-electric John Cooper Works Aceman, to be released in 2025 with "Go-kart mode."

2 min

Brisbane ports deploys first electric truck carrying 88 tonne shipping containers

Ports operator deploys its first fully electric internal transfer vehicle (ITV) - designed to ferry shipping containers weighing up to 88 tones - within its operations at Brisbane.

2 min

EV News

Mercedes wants charging credits for new EVs, VW told to focus on low cost electric cars

Mercedes wants big charging credits to encourage EV sales, while economy minister says VW should focus on low cost EVs. “Your name is Volkswagen (people’s car) and not luxury car."

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EV Sales

EV choice surges in 2024, with 12 new brands and over 20 new models

A total of 12 new electric vehicle brands were introduced to the Australian market in 2024, and more than 20 new battery electric models went on sale.

1 min

Nio’s 60 million battery swaps: A new era for EV charging?

Tom examines Nio's achievement of 60 million EV battery swaps in China and its expanding global presence, including 2,802 battery swap stations in China, operations in Europe, and plans for the Middle East.

2 min

EV News

Tesla in new bid to enter India car market as sales slump in Europe and Australia

Tesla has rebooted plans to enter India car market as its sales in other key markets including Australia and Europe fall sharply.

Electrogusto 1973 VW Type 3 conversion. Source: Electrogusto

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EV Conversions

EV conversions: Classic cars from Porsche 911s to Citroën gelato vans get an electric shock

EV conversion specialist Nick Cummins describes himself as a modern day hot rodder, combining the fun and reliability of electric motors to make classic cars more enjoyable to drive.

1 min

Waymo robotaxi gets stuck endlessly circling roundabout

A robotaxi operated by American self-driving car company Waymo has been caught on camera stuck in an endless roundabout loop.

Beautifully restored interior of the 1973 VW Squareback wagon. Source: Electrogusto

1 min

The Driven Podcast: EV conversions, and the new models for 2025

We review the past year, look to the interesting arrivals in 2025, contemplate the Tesla conundrum, and talk to EV conversion specialist Nick Cummins from ElectroGusto.

2 min

EV News

BYD Sealion 7 electric SUV gets Australian approval and reveals key details

Details of BYD's upcoming mid-sized Sealion 7 SUV now approved for sale in Australia, hints key specs of two variants.

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