Two “social leasing” programs for zero-emission vehicles that actually work
Government support can help lower monthly leasing fees and make EVs more accessible for those who may not otherwise be able to afford them. Here are two examples.
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Nissan launches next generation Leaf, with more range, a new plug, and V2L
Nissan unveils the latest generation of the iconic Leaf, completely redesigning the car, including its body, its plugs and adding a lot more range.
Mitsubishi to trial battery swap technology for electric trucks and buses
Mitsubishi is to take part in a multi-year trial that will feature more than 150 battery-swappable electric buses and trucks and 14 battery swap stations.
Fortescue takes delivery of first battery electric locomotive as it races to “real zero”
Fortescue has taken delivery of its first battery electric locomotive prototype as it continues the race to its "real zero" target by 2030.
Why V2G will not be limited to homes with parking: Car share EVs are also doing it
This company is showcasing a different approach to V2G – fully commercialised AC V2G using publicly available car share vehicles linked to public V2G chargers.
China EV brand Xpeng opens major new showroom at Sydney casino
Chinese electric automaker Xpeng has officially opened a showroom at Crown Sydney, where it will display its latest EVs.
Tesla to target big families with upcoming 6 and 7-seater Model Y variants
Tesla reportedly working on 7-seater version of its Model Y for Asia-Pacific market, with a 6-seat configuration also spotted in its app firmware.
The Model 3 refresh rebound was short-lived – how long will Model Y rebound last?
The rebound in sales after the release of the refreshed Model 3 was shortlived. Tesla, and the Australian EV market, is counting on a more sustained boost from the Model Y refresh.
Australian uptake of EV and plug in hyrbids could stall without tax breaks
Australia risks stalling efforts to cut transport emissions if it does not reintroduce tax breaks and incentives for the purchase of electric and hybrid vehicles.
The best EVs we don’t get – where are the small electric cars in Australia?
We can’t get to a zero carbon economy by swapping heavy and inefficient ICE vehicles for heavy and inefficient EVs. So where are the small EVs?