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“I don’t think she’ll be right this time:” Many in trucking industry say it’s electric or bust
One transport manager wants to replace her diesel freight trucks with electric models for greater security and lower pollution, but says it cannot be done without government support.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 30, 2026

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“We didn’t see it coming:” Shock at the petrol pump sparks surge in interest in used EVs
Auctioneer says interest in second-hand EVs has more than doubled as a result of surging petrol and diesel prices, with a “hockey-stick” acceleration in EVs overall.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 26, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Bumpy path predicted for self-driving cars in Australia
Australia could cut emissions and car parks by introducing self-driving cars, but the technology could also have unexpected negative effects on roads, a new study finds.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 20, 2026

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Autonomous Vehicles

Australian company lands $158 million to build GPS alternative for self-driving cars
Cars, rockets and mining vehicles could drive themselves even when the global positioning system goes dark if a Sydney company succeeds in its mission.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 18, 2026

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Batteries

Australian scientists hail breakthrough in quantum batteries and rapid charging of EVs
CSIRO quantum battery research team hail technology breakthrough that could help recharge electric cars faster than petrol vehicles fill up.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 18, 2026

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Aussie drivers accelerating into electric future, but could hit brakes if tax break removed
Many Australian motorists plan to park an electric or hybrid vehicle in their garage in future but one policy change could alter their path.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 17, 2026

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Postcode data shows hotspots for EV discount are mostly in outer suburbs
Almost all of the vehicle hotspots for the take up of EV discounts are in the outer suburban areas of NSW, Victoria, and Queensland, with some more than an hour’s drive from the nearest city.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 14, 2026

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Batteries

EV and home battery recycling could power a $6.9 billion a year industry in Australia
More than 198,000 tonnes of batteries reached recycling centres in 2024, mostly lead acid batteries used in petrol and diesel cars. But end-of-life lithium-ion batteries, like those used in EVs, are forecast to double by 2030.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 12, 2026

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Rebates and tax cuts urged for EVs as petrol prices hit $4 a litre
EV lobby says tax cuts for electric cars and reintroducing state-based rebates could help more Australians avoid rising petrol prices and should be treated as a national security issue.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 6, 2026

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Electric Transport

Australia Post expands electric fleet as parcel boom continues
Australia Post plans to expand what is already Australia’s largest electric vehicle fleet, adding more electric trucks and delivery bikes as part of new 2030 sustainability targets.
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Mar 4, 2026

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