States should “slam the brakes” on electric vehicle taxes, says business lobby
Australian business lobby calls on states to “slam the brakes” on proposed electric vehicle taxes, saying they are a "major disincentive" in lagging market.
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Sophie Vorrath
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Sophie is editor of One Step Off The Grid and deputy editor of its sister site, Renew Economy. Sophie has been writing about clean energy for more than a decade.
Sophie is editor of One Step Off The Grid and deputy editor of its sister site, Renew Economy. Sophie has been writing about clean energy for more than a decade.
World’s first tidal energy powered EV charger launched in Shetland
Electric vehicle drivers on the Scottish archipelago of Shetland can now plug directly into the power of the Atlantic Ocean to recharge their cars.
First NSW-made electric bus joins state’s growing zero-emissions fleet
Berejiklian government launches latest electric bus in state’s transition to zero emissions fleet, and first e-bus to be made in NSW.
St Baker funds e-mobility research fellowship at University of Queensland
Coal baron and evolving cleantech entrepreneur dips into the family fund to help establish a research fellowship to drive electric vehicle innovation.
Vmoto eyes massive India e-scooter market with exclusive distribution agreement
Perth-based Vmoto gains foothold into potentially massive Indian two-wheel EV market, via MOU with Bird Group to distribute CUX and CUmini range.
Evie installs second ultra-fast EV charger in Tasmania, in petrol forecourt
Tasmania has opened its newest ultra-fast charging station for electric vehicles at a petrol station forecourt roughly one hour north of Hobart.
South Australia delays proposed EV road user tax to beyond next state election
South Australia plans to introduce a “user charge” for electric vehicle drivers delayed by 12 months, to beyond the next state election.
Tiny new electric car beats Tesla Model 3, again, in China
New data shows China sales of the super cheap Wuling Hong Guang Mini almost doubled those of Telsa’s hugely popular Model 3 in January 2021.
Meridian Energy to build EV charging network across New Zealand
New Zealand renewable electricity gen-tailer says it will install 200-plus DC EV chargers to reduce range anxiety and boost driver confidence in going electric.
First Porsche electric Taycan deliveries to roll out in Australia this weekend
Porsche to make first deliveries of its its all-electric Taycan luxury sports sedans to Australian customers this weekend.