“We have built our last fossil fuelled ship”: Norwegian cruise line goes green
Norwegian cruise and ferry company announces plans to make Norwegian Coastal Express emission-free by 2030.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
Beam joins research team to boost micromobility in Australia and NZ
New Australia-New Zealand research team seeks to identify and promote priority pathways to reduce global transport emissions through micromobility.
Australia’s first electric prime mover fleet unveiled, with swap and go batteries
One pedal driving for trucks, and no compression braking. Janus says its electric conversion technology for prime movers delivers no emissions and big savings on costs.
“I soak up the sun:” Sono begins testing solar trailer to boost electric buses
Solar-electric vehicle start-up Sono Motors trials a "solar trailer" that can add more seating and improve the range and efficiency of electric buses.
Electric vans are now cheaper to operate than diesels
The total cost to buy and operate an electric van in Europe is now significantly cheaper than diesel alternatives, a new report from T&E says.
“Luddite:” Minister barred from prime chance to ride in electric truck to parliament
EV manufacturing group says Coalition assistant transport minister has been barred by PM's office from prime chance to showcase electric mobility.
Beer and Bunnings: The entire weekend goes electric with Linfox
The entire weekend could soon go all-electric, if a couple of brewskis and a visit to your local hardware store is high on your typical agenda.
Volvo puts electric truck charging and range to the test in Australia’s extreme heat
Volvo completes testing of FL Electric to see if Australia’s extreme heat will affect the truck’s range, battery charging, and vehicle performance.
Hyzon Motors to begin deploying hydrogen-powered commercial trucks in UK
New York-based hydrogen truck maker Hyzon Motors signs MoU to supply one of biggest British logistics groups
Australia’s SEA drives America’s yellow school bus transition to all electric vehicles
Australia founded SEA begins piloting another zero-emission school bus model, this time with vehicle-to-grid capabilities.