Electric Cars
As Australia switches to EVs, it will rely more on China’s car factories – but less on foreign oil
Ending Australia’s dependence on foreign oil makes sense at a time of great geopolitical uncertainty. But going electric would lead to more reliance on China.
BYD leads unstoppable charge to electric vehicles, as Tesla leaves the race
The latest figures from BYD underline the unstoppable charge to electric vehicles in the world’s biggest car market. And its biggest rival has effectively left the race.
The Tesla dilemma: Can you love the cars and batteries but loathe the man?
The man who once teared up about energy poverty in Australia now spends his days spreading conspiracy theories. So, what’s a conscientious EV and energy nerd to do?
Uber and Kia serve up 20,000 free electric vehicle rides
Fifty electric vehicles will offer free rides around Melbourne during the Australian Open in a partnership designed to promote the zero emissions technology.
At this price, this EV is effectively a mobile battery with a free car thrown in
The GWM Ora extended range is being offered for $26,490 drive away with a 63kWh LFP battery – that’s $420/kWh for the battery with the rest of the car thrown in for free.
Australia’s ride share firm says $300m cash injection will help expand electric fleet
Ride share company Splend has been talking of reaching 10,000 cars for almost a decade, and hopes the latest round of financing will help it achieve that goal.
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