Daniel Bleakley, Author at The Driven

Daniel Bleakley is a clean technology researcher and advocate with a background in engineering and business. He has a strong interest in electric vehicles, renewable energy, manufacturing and public policy.

EV News

Canadian Mounties to expand EV fleet after officers turn up early to secure Model Y

Royal Canadian Mounted Police Tesla Model Y

Instant acceleration, no dangerous exhaust fumes and no need for trips to petrol stations. Electric vehicles make perfect patrol cars for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

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“It is concerning:” Volkswagen may quit car lobby after Tesla and Polestar pull plug

VW says it is reviewing car lobby membership after EV specialists Tesla and Polestar quit over its stance against vehicle emission standards.

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Bowen announces $55m package to get another 23,000 EVs on the road

Federal government announces $55 million in financing to enable car dealers and leading car rental firm to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles.

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“Extremely dumb:” Tesla forced to halt production after arson attack

A suspected arson attack shuts down production at Tesla's Berlin Gigafactory until at least next week.

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The Filthy Five: Toyota and Ford responsible for more emissions than Australia’s largest coal mines

Australia's top selling fossil fuel car companies are responsible for more CO2 emissions than some of Australia's largest coal mines according to a damning new report from the Climate Council.

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Vehicle to Grid: How EVs can reduce peak demand, and slash energy bills at same time

A new study commissioned by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency has shown significant benefits for both the grid and electricity consumers through innovative dynamic pricing and vehicle-to-grid charging.

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Better to buy pollution credits than “waste” money on EVs, says Toyota CEO

North America CEO says Toyota would rather buy pollution credits than invest in electric vehicles, while Australian head of sales says they'd rather pay the fines than buy credits.

Tritium CEO Jane Hunter stands next to president Joe Biden. Source: LinkedIn

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Under fire Tritium proposes radical share plan to protect Nasdaq listing

Australian EV charging company Tritium is proposing radical share plan in a move to stave off delisting from Nasdaq.

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Closing down sale! Toyota offers $US40,000 discount on hydrogen powered vehicles

Going, going, gone! Toyota offers massive discounts on its hydrogen powered cars as Shell closes all hydrogen fuelling stations.

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China company completes 1500 km road test of Tesla Semi inspired electric truck

Cleaner and cheaper road freight is just around the corner with the rapid development of all-electric trucks, with one Chinese company completing a 1,500km road test.

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