The battle against misinformation, and the search for EV mechanics
New research from NRMA Insurance has highlighted the need to ramp up efforts to educate and combat misinformation about battery safety and the environmental impact of EVs.
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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.
Video: Will China’s EV price war lead to cheaper cars in Australia?
Giles Parkinson says BYD’s steep EV price cuts in China may lead to modest, delayed price drops in Australia, where BYD briefly outsold Tesla amid Tesla’s logistics issues and Elon Musk’s fading popularity.
New “ultrafast” EV charging clusters that won’t break the grid
New EV charging clusters rolled out at Shell branded retailers that its providers say require minimal network connection upgrades leverage on-site solar and battery systems.
BYD sales growth stutter after price war kicks off in world’s biggest market
BYD reports only marginal growth in new energy vehicles sales in May, due to latest price war, but full battery EVs now account for more than half of sales.
MG jacks up Australia pricing for most variants of MG4 electric hatchback
MG announces price rises for Australia's most popular electric hatchback, with the base model now $7,000 more expensive than its special price offered in 2024.
Tesla rebounds in May as Model Y records best month of sales in more than a year
Bumper month for Tesla Model Y in May as deliveries start for refreshed model, although Model 3 electric sedan remains in a deep slump.
BYD to roll out 15,000 super fast 1 MW electric vehicle chargers
BYD says it will build 15,000 of its super fast 1 MW EV chargers, helping deliver up to 400 km of range in just 5 minutes.
Smaller and lower cost Tesla EV spotted testing ahead of imminent launch
There has been another sighting of Tesla's upcoming lower cost electric SUV, this time at the company's test track in Fremont California.
MG’s next electric SUV – the MGS6 EV – approved for sale in Australia
MG's upcoming bigger electric SUV - the MGS6 EV - obtains regulatory approval for sale in Australia.
Tesla opens multiple new Supercharger sites in past month, including for non-Tesla EVs
Tesla opens new sites with over a dozen fast chargers showing continued growth of Australia's most-reliable charging network.