Electric Transport

Mercedes-Benz to introduce three electric vans to Australia in 2022

Mercedes-Benz to introduce three electric vans to Australia in 2022

Mercedes-Benz confirms three electric vans for 2022, a plan that will see it dominate the extremely limited local electric van – and seven-seater – market.
Australian electric prime mover maker signs deal for exchangeable batteries

Australian electric prime mover maker signs deal for exchangeable batteries

Janus turns to ASX-listed battery company to develop new lithium chemistries for exchangeable battery packs for its electric prime movers.
Electric cars aren’t enough to hit climate targets: We need better public transport too

Electric cars aren’t enough to hit climate targets: We need better public transport too

Recent research from the US says electrification of cars alone not enough for transport sector to prevent more than 2°C of global warming.
London Uber drivers can now purchase a discounted Tesla

London Uber drivers can now purchase a discounted Tesla

Uber drivers in London can now buy a Tesla EV at a discount as part of the company’s revised clean air plan.
Queensland bus operator to convert 120-strong bus fleet to green hydrogen

Queensland bus operator to convert 120-strong bus fleet to green hydrogen

Queensland bus company to convert 120-strong fleet to hydrogen, and use rainwater and renewables to produce its own green hydrogen.
SEA says Melbourne electric truck assembly plant now “fully powered” by solar

SEA says Melbourne electric truck assembly plant now “fully powered” by solar

SEA Electric says its electric truck assembly plant in Melbourne is now entirely powered by renewables after addition of rooftop solar.
The Buzz: VW electric Kombi gatecrashes launch of ID.5 electric crossover

The Buzz: VW electric Kombi gatecrashes launch of ID.5 electric crossover

Volkswagen launched its ID.5 electric compact SUV/coupé overnight in Germany, but it was the ID.Buzz that stole the show.
Mercedes touts electric sprinter van with solar roof

Mercedes touts electric sprinter van with solar roof

Mercedes-Benz new electric van concept includes integrated solar panels, fine particle filters, and recycled material components.