New EV charging sites added to complete Adelaide to Melbourne highway links
The federal government's EV charger program has added five new fast charging sites to highways between Adelaide and Melbourne.
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Rachel Williamson is a science and business journalist, who focuses on climate change-related health and environmental issues.
Rachel Williamson is a science and business journalist, who focuses on climate change-related health and environmental issues.
MG unveils lower than expected price for its first electric roadster
The price point for the electric convertible is at the lower end of the range MG suggested in June, as EV sales slump and manufacturers cut prices.
Electric air taxi hopeful wants to be in the sky in time for Brisbane Olympics
US-based Wisk Aero signs MoU with the federal aviation services operator to work out how to introduce uncrewed electric air taxis to Australian airspace in time for Brisbane Olympics.
Huge EV charging hub to service electric grocery deliveries in Australia’s biggest city
ARENA is funding a new last mile delivery charging and trucking hub, with Woolworths signing on to be the first client and a second life battery from repurposed EV batteries.
Australia’s most generous EV rebate scheme ends after just two years
The most generous EV rebate scheme in Australia comes to an end after two years, leaving just two states with rebate offerings.
Petrol station owner says retail experience key to attracting EV drivers to fast chargers
Petrol station operator says it is investing in charging network "in parallel" with convenience store upgrades.
EVs are easy to fall in love with, but only once you’re in one
EV owners love their cars, but getting Australians past their fears to make the switch is proving challenging, a new report says.
EV buildings grant program in NSW back on track after four month delay
The $10 million grants program faced some hurdles as government-required feasibility studies took longer than expected.
The problem with road-hogging ‘wankpanzers’: Even when electric, they are a hazard
Australia's fascination with extra large vehicles is being driven by tax incentives, and even when electric are a health hazard.
Batteries on wheels: Energy retailer Amber launches trial for bi-directional EV charging
Emerging energy retailer Amber Electric to trial electric vehicle (EV) smart charging and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) services with residential customers.