Tesla slump and global shake-up could see EV prices as low as $20,000
A worldwide shake-up in the electric vehicle market, including a Tesla sales slump and policy changes in several countries, could benefit Australia.
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How electric cars could drive down household bills, and boost the grid
Only two car brands are ready to use vehicle-to-grid technology so far, but more options are tipped to launch within months.
Small, family owned trucking firms encouraged to go electric
Without help for small transport operators to make the transition to electric now, many would be unable to compete with larger firms in future years.Â
Road tax and fuel excise back on the policy agenda ahead of budget
Electric vehicle owners were not opposed to a wider tax net to fund roads as long as it applied to all vehicle types.
Power pole fast charger rollout will “benefit the monopoly,” be anti-competitive
Evie says allowing energy networks to install hundreds of car chargers could present problems, unless utilities are made to compete on a level playing field.
Uber and Kia serve up 20,000 free electric vehicle rides
Fifty electric vehicles will offer free rides around Melbourne during the Australian Open in a partnership designed to promote the zero emissions technology.
Rebates and incentives needed as misinformation undermines shift to EVs
"We need stronger efforts from government, industry and other organisations to combat misinformation about EVs, which undermines public support and hinders the transition."
Australians drive some of the dirtiest vehicles in the world, and their cars are getting bigger
Australians drive some of the dirtiest vehicles in the world, according to a transport study, which found they are more polluting than vehicles in Romania, Croatia and Bulgaria.
Batteries on wheels: Electric cars may save power grid, if drivers let them
Electric vehicles could put strain Australia's energy networks, or they might save them: It will be up to motorists to decide which path the nation takes, experts say.Â
Rebate removal blamed for EV sales slump as hybrid sales soar
Misconceptions and the early removal of rebates have put the brakes on electric car sales, an industry group warns as figures show adoption has slowed.