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First electric truck to do lap around Australia charges into national capital

First electric truck to do lap around Australia charges into national capital

The first electric truck to do a lap of Australia has arrived in Canberra after successfully negotiating some charging challenges across the top end.
Caterpillar unveils “groundbreaking” management system for electric mining equipment

Caterpillar unveils “groundbreaking” management system for electric mining equipment

Caterpillar unveils a “groundbreaking” energy management system that can transfer energy to both diesel-electric and battery-electric large mining trucks while they are working.
BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month

BYD to launch its first plug-in electric ute in Australia next month

BYD to launch its first ute in the market to compete with Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger, saying it has low running costs and has a 100km electric range, with vehicle to load. Plus video.
Polestar brings its first electric SUV to Australia

Polestar brings its first electric SUV to Australia

Polestar’s first SUV lands in Australia, making it one of the most important models for the leading Swedish EV brand.
MG slashes price of most popular EV again, testing $30,000 mark for first time

MG slashes price of most popular EV again, testing $30,000 mark for first time

MG slashes price of one of its best selling MG4 variants to just $30,990 drive away – the lowest price ever for a new electric car in Australia.
The world’s biggest bus manufacturer has big electric plans for Australia

The world’s biggest bus manufacturer has big electric plans for Australia

Australia’s bus fleets are still largely unnelectrified, but the world’s largest manufacturer of buses and coaches sees that changing.
Battery EVs predicted to reach 24 pct market share in EU by 2025

Battery EVs predicted to reach 24 pct market share in EU by 2025

New analysis says car makers have clear path to meet 24 per cent EV share by 2025, despite efforts by some companies to delay the target by two years.
Nio launches “Tesla Model Y killer” with Onvo L60 SUV, and swappable batteries

Nio launches “Tesla Model Y killer” with Onvo L60 SUV, and swappable batteries

Leading Chinese EV brand launches its highly anticipated new mid-sized electric SUV under the company’s sub-brand, Onvo, to challenge Tesla’s Model Y.