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Enough of the nonsense. Time for peanut gallery to quit its fear campaign against clean cars
The peanut gallery continues to churn out misinformation on the New Vehicle Efficiency Standards (NVES). It’s important we continue to correct the record.
Jake Whitehead

Feb 28, 2024

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EV News

Fact Check: FUD runs wild after High Court ruling against EV road tax
It didn’t take long after the High Court decision for the FUD to spread about EVs. Here is a fact check about pollution, road funding, and the benefits of electric cars.
Jake Whitehead

Oct 19, 2023

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Electric Cars

Thinking of buying an EV? Here’s what the market looks like, and what to consider
Many people are wondering if their next car should be an EV. Will prices fall in coming years and what costs should you factor into your decision?
Jake Whitehead

Mar 17, 2022

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EV News

Wrong way, go back: a proposed new tax on electric vehicles is a bad idea
A road user tax on EVs would limit the economic, health and environmental benefits promised by electric vehicles which, together, far exceed any loss in fuel excise.
Jake Whitehead

Jul 3, 2020

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Clean, green machines: the truth about electric vehicle emissions
Despite overwhelming evidence that electric vehicle technology can deliver significant economic, environmental and health benefits, misinformation continues to muddy the public debate in Australia.
Jake Whitehead

Sep 6, 2019

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EV News

Here’s why electric cars have plenty of grunt, oomph and torque
Electric motors are used in everything from utes to mining trucks – because they pack plenty of oomph.
Jake Whitehead

Apr 18, 2019

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