Joshua S. Hill, Author at The Driven

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.

EV News

Toyota finally launches first electric vehicle in Australia, then says EV transition “too quick”

Japanese car giant finally launches its first battery electric vehicle in Australia and uses the occasion to complain about the proposed vehicle emissions standards.

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All-electric Ford SuperVan sets fastest EV lap at Bathurst 500

An all-electric van from Ford broke the record for fastest closed-wheel vehicle, electric vehicle, and commercial vehicle to lap around Mount Panorama.

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Hyundai’s first high performance EV, the Ioniq 5 N, officially available in Australia

Hyundai’s first high-performance electric vehicle (EV), the Ioniq 5 N, is now officially available in Australia, with the company revealing its full specs, and eye watering starting price.

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Tasmanian electric bus trial put on hold due to technical issues

Less than a month after the trial of four new electric buses began in Launceston, transport operator Metro Tasmania has confirmed that “teething issues” have put the trial on hold.

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Queensland government commits to buy over 400 locally made electric buses

Queensland premier Steven Miles has announced plans to deliver over 400 zero emission buses to replace aging diesel buses in operation on the Translink network.

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Volkswagen unveils ID.7 Tourer wagon to restore the weekend

Volkswagen unveils its first electric wagon, the ID.7 Tourer, which will boast up to 685 kms of range and more than enough storage capacity for any weekend adventure.

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Charging

Wheelchair-accessible EV chargers and battery planned for Melbourne’s inner suburbs

Yarra Energy Foundation hopes the project will help reduce barriers to EV adoption and provide more public EV charging infrastructure in line with community demand.

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“Sea of blood:” China’s Xpeng promises 30 new EV models to survive competition

Xpeng to dramatically expand its lineup of EVs over the next three years in an effort to survive what it calls the “sea of blood” – the intense competition between Chinese brands.

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European car makers slow transition by failing to make affordable EVs

European car makers accused of protecting short term profits by refusing to make affordable EVs at scale and slowing down transition.

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Mini adds bigger batteries, more range and dollars to EV lineup in Australia

Mini will expand its Countryman lineup in Australia, with two new electric variants that will offer bigger batteries and more range to its existing electric offering with the Mini Cooper.

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