“Cheaper than a mince pie:” Tradie charges up electric digger then tows it to work with his Tesla
Electric earthmoving equipment towed by an electric vehicle. No noise, no dangerous air pollution. Sounds like every tradie's dream!
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Daniel Bleakley
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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.
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.
Australian EVs could earn $12,000 in a single year with vehicle-to-grid tech
ARENA study on vehicle-to-grid technology reveals some astonishing financial benefits that could rapidly accelerate the rollout of the technology.
Electric vehicles will crush fossil cars on price as lithium and battery prices fall
Fossil car makers are in for a rude surprise as EVs accelerate toward price parity, as new research points to significant falls in the cost of raw materials.
Fossil car lobby told to withdraw “misleading claims” on car price hikes
A majority of automakers now support the vehicle emissions standard, and with internal documents exposing a misinformation campaign, fossil car lobby urged to give up.
“Corolla killer:” BYD launches $US15,000 EV in direct attack on legacy makers
BYD has launched its low cost sedan in China which industry observers are calling the Corolla Killer.
Revolutionising the truck stop: NewVolt unveils plans for charging network to electrify Australia’s road freight
NewVolt launches its plan to electrify Australia's major trucking freight routes with a network of electric truck charging stations that it says will slash transport costs.
Volkswagen joins Hyundai in supporting efficiency standard, plans 10 new EVs
A second major auto maker has announced it supports the government's vehicle emissions policy, and is promising 10 new EV models in Australia market this year.
EV charging is child’s play. Local council installs adorable toy EV charger for kids
Inspiring the next generation of EV advocates. An Australian local council has included a toy EV charger in one of its playgrounds.
Ampol looks to cash in on half hour charging times as it expands EV network
Ampol to treble EV charging bays and cash in on charging times, but believes fossil fuel sales will remain strong and is unfazed by new emissions standards.
Costs down, resilience up. First vehicle-to-grid tariff to save drivers $1,640 per year
The convergence of new vehicle-to-grid tariffs with incredible developments in EV batteries are about to change the way we power our societies.