Nine new electric buses roll out in Melbourne’s inner west
The nine buses are part of the government's Zero Emission Buses trial which will see 78 being tested.
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Rachel Williamson is a science and business journalist, who focuses on climate change-related health and environmental issues.
Electric city bus sales overtake diesel in Europe in 2023
Sales data shows battery electric buses have overtaken diesel, the first time a zero-emission technology has dominated a road transport sector in Europe.
Volvo signs major wind power deal as it phases out fossil fuel use
Swedish truck giant Volvo Group signs major wind power deal as part of its plans to phase out the use of fossil fuels.
Daimler to unveil first series-production electric bus with fuel cell as range extender
Daimler Buses will showcase the new Mercedes-Benz eCitaro at the Global Public Transport Summit in Barcelona. The first series-production electric bus with a fuel cell as a range extender.
Electric trucks make inroads, but diesel still rules on Australia’s highway to emissions hell
Brisbane truck show highlighted just how far Australia trails the rest of the world on transitioning heavy transport to zero emissions.
Is the future of driving underground? Boring Company to expand Vegas Loop to 69 stations
The Boring Company has received approval for the second phase of the "Vegas Loop" underground tunnel network. New tunnelling technology and EVs could revolutionise transport.
RedSands and Roev to make Australia’s first fully electric 4WD camper
No more gas bottles, or diesel. RedSands says soon you'll be able to fully electrify your outback trips with its new all-electric campers.
Cheaper, cleaner, quieter: Boston begins rollout of 750 electric school buses
Boston begins transition of its entire fleet of 750 school buses to electric. Students gets cleaner air and quieter rides, and authorities save money.
WA to make 130 electric buses in belated switch away from diesel
WA government will build 130 electric buses after conceding that electric buses are the "future", just three years after massive commitment to diesel vehicles
A rare glimpse inside Tesla Semi reveals the future of trucking
Zero-emission trucks like the Tesla Semi will help reduce emissions in a big way. Here is a rare glimpse into what they're like on the inside.