Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson, Author at The Driven IO

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Saturday, September 19, 2026

Saturday, September 19, 2026

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Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

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Electric Cars

Mining giant Fortescue to enter team in world’s biggest electric racing series as it aims to eliminate fossil fuels
Fortescue looks to join the world’s biggest electric racing series, with the company behind its rapid-charging technology preparing to step onto the grid.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Sep 18, 2026

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Charging & V2G

Surge in electric car sales puts added strain on Australia’s stretched EV charging network
Australia’s EV charging network is struggling to keep up with new car sales, a report has found, with an average of 24 electric cars for every public charger.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Sep 10, 2026

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EV News

Australia’s dramatic electric U-turn: “Everyone knows someone with an EV”
Uber driver Bruno Ricotta says his Chery E5 electric SUV will save up to $8000 a year in petrol and servicing costs, and has made him a go-to source of advice for other motorists.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Sep 8, 2026

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Electric Bikes

No free rides: Cheap e-scooters and e-bikes fail to win over commuters
Providing e-scooter and e-bike riders more convenient parking options could make more of a difference than cutting the price of a ride.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Aug 21, 2026

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Policy

A $440 million electric car tax looms for one state unless PM steps in with national scheme
Road-user charge forecast to collect $440 million in its first three years, with EV drivers charged more than 3c per kilometre and plug-in hybrid drivers charged 2.4c.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jul 31, 2026

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Electric Work Vehicles

One of Australia’s biggest ports swaps out diesel trucks for battery electrics, to save money and emissions
Owner of one of Australia’s biggest ports says it has made big savings on costs, and emissions, after swapping half its diesel fleet for heavy-duty battery electric trucks.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jul 14, 2026

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EV Sales

New and used EV sales hit 50,000 in Australia in June, as second-hand market awaits surge in lease expiries
Electric vehicles are making inroads into Australia’s second-hand market, a report has found, as more drivers take action to avoid rising fuel costs.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jul 13, 2026

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Electric Work Vehicles

“Imagine a city that’s pollution-free:” Volvo delivers first 10 Australia-made battery electric trucks, with 700 km range
Ten heavy-duty electric trucks have rolled off an Australian production line in a move experts say could slash emissions and change the way freight moves around the nation.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jul 8, 2026

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EV News

“A major disincentive:” State urged to hit the brakes on proposed EV road tax
State should hit brakes on proposed EV road tax to avoid slowing adoption, increasing pollution and confusing consumers, an inquiry has been told.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jun 30, 2026

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NRMA backs road user tax for EVs, but legal expert says it needs to apply to all cars
Motoring group NRMA backs a road user tax on EVs, but leading constitutional law expert says it needs to apply to all cars to avoid a court challenge.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jun 17, 2026

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Electric Flight

Preparing for lift-off: green fuel projects get a boost under ARENA program
Seven green fuel projects designed to accelerate Australia’s move to low-emission transport will themselves be given a boost in a $1.7 million pilot program.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jun 11, 2026

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Electrics gain ground in used car market as BYD signs auction deal for second hand EVs
BYD Australia signs deal with Pickles to auction its second-hand fleet vehicles, as electrics and plug-ins gain ground in used car market.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Jun 10, 2026

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