Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

Electric Work Vehicles

Network giant trials its first electric prime mover and heavy duty charger with battery

Network giant's first electric prime mover will ply a route between the Hunter Valley and southern Sydney, with a local start-up coming up with a charging solution that includes battery storage.

1 min

Charging

EV chargers to be rolled out across aged care facilities

A total of 42 EV chargers is to be rolled out for the use of staff and residents at 21 different aged care facilities in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory.

3 min

EV News

Honda doubles down on hybrids after abandoning EV target and posting huge first loss

Honda takes massive first ever loss from its failed EV strategy that it blames on Trump and Chinese competitors, as it doubles down on hybrids and releases a revamped Prelude.

2 min

EV News

Mercedes-Benz says electric variants of its CLA compact sedan coming to Australia

Mercedes-Benz has confirmed it will bring a five-variant lineup of its CLA compact sedan to Australia, including two fully electric models.

2 min

Victoria signs global initiative to reach 100 pct zero-emission freight vehicles by 2040

The Victorian Labor government has joined a global initiative committed to enabling 100 per cent zero-emission new truck and bus sales by 2040.

2 min

Charging

Community group launches new neighbourhood battery, with EV charging bays

Community group celebrates the launch of its latest neighbourhood battery, but with a twist, as the new battery in inner-city suburb features two EV charging bays. More are planned.

2 min

Electric Transport

Renault reveals Australian pricing for electric Master van, with 400 km range

The first new Renault Master van in more than a decade is coming to Australia this year and with it a new electric variant which will boast one of the longest driving ranges in the segment.

3 min

Batteries

Could AI extend an EV battery’s life without increasing charging time?

Researchers have developed a new rapid charging method utilising artificial intelligence (AI) that reduces battery wear without affecting charging speed.

2 min

Charging

Tesla to roll out “virtual” waitlists for some Superchargers, but drivers may still have to queue

Tesla has begun testing a new “waitlist feature” at five Supercharger locations, allowing drivers to join a virtual queue through the Tesla app rather than having to physically line up.

3 min

Charging

“Like putting a cup into a holder:” Electric ships could soon be charging at sea

A "plug and play" solution has been found to charge electric vessels servicing the growing number of offshore wind farms - while at sea.

Joshua S. Hill