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.

First electric concrete mixer truck begins trials in Australia

The first electric concrete truck mixer in Australia is undergoing trials in Melbourne, and will deliver significantly lower operating costs than diesel options, and a lot less noise and emissions.

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CATL unveils “cutting edge” electric bus battery with one million kilometre warranty

Chinese battery giant unveils electric bus battery that boasts an industry-leading energy density of 175Wh/kg and lifespan of up to 15 years.

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Electric Candela hydrofoil boat sets world record by crossing Baltic Sea

“We actually had range anxiety, but not for the Candela.” Electric hydrofoil boat crosses the Baltic Sea, accompanied by a conventional chase boat that had to be refuelled.

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EV News

There are now more electric cars than petrol vehicles on Norway’s roads

September is expected to mark a significant milestone in Norway, with the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads set to exceed that of petrol vehicles.

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Jet Charge to help Australia’s largest insurer electrify vehicle fleet

Australia’s leading electric vehicle infrastructure company announced partnership with local insurer IAG to electrify its fleet of around 650 vehicles.

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Public hospital installs six EV fast chargers adjacent to emergency department

Six charging bays with 150kW EV charger units have been installed adjacent the hospital's emergency department entrance, for use by staff, patients and visitors.

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Step change: Panasonic to begin mass production of 4680 EV battery cells

Panasonic says new 4680 battery cells will revolutionise the EV industry, making them more efficient and boosting capacity.

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EV News

Toyota joins legacy car makers in putting brakes on electric rollout

Toyota becomes latest auto giant to dial back its planned rollout of EVs, putting its focus once again on hybrid alternatives.

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Evnex installs 1,000th EV charger in Australia, aims for 7,000 installations in next year

NZ smart charging company looks to double installations of smart charging units as it shifts its focus to the Australian market.

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Victoria commits to 600 new battery electric buses by 2035

Victoria announces franchise contracts for a third of Melbourne’s bus network which will fast-track the replacement of existing diesel buses with 600 new battery electric buses by 2035.

Joshua S. Hill