Volta begins series production of all-electric 16 tonne trucks
Production begins on “world’s first” electric vehicle purpose-built to reduce the environmental impact of freight deliveries in city centres.
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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.
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.
Geely subsidiary Zeekr launches “fastest ever” luxury compact electric SUV
Zeekr, the luxury brand operated by China's Geely, announces what it says will be the "fastest ever" luxury electric compact SUV on the market.
Faraday Future delays flagship EV deliveries amid cash crunch and supply issues
Faraday Futures delays deliveries of flagship EV again amid supply and cash crunch.
Mercedes to deliver 100 long haul electric trucks to German logistics giant
A German trucking company is about to take a big step towards electrifying its fleet. It's a signal of things to come.
Kia begins building factory for mass production of electric purpose-built vehicles
Kia is spending over a billion dollars on a new factory to produce all-electric purpose built vehicles, which could be used for deliveries, ride hailing or other uses.
Polestar 4 set to challenge Model Y to be unveiled at Shanghai auto show
Polestar to unveil its fastest EV to date at the Shanghai auto show next week.
Ram unveils its first electric ute with massive battery and 800km range
RAM has provided more detail on its all electric pickup truck including a massive battery, a 7 tonne towing capacity and range of up to 800kms.
Polestar plans Australia’s first “pure electric vehicle drive-in cinema event”
Polestar plans EV-only drive-in cinema events in May with onsite battery-operated charging. No engine noise, no smelly toxic fumes and plenty of popcorn.
Rivian delivers nearly 8,000 electric vans and utes in first quarter of 2023
Rivian says that its Q1 production numbers are in line with its goal to produce 50,000 vehicles this year.
Kia says it will have 15 different electric vehicle models on the road by 2027
Kia is planning to invest $A36 billion and have 15 battery electric models on the road by 2027. In a rapidly shifting market, will it be enough?