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EV forecasts slashed as new vehicle standards allow car makers room to push hybrids

EV forecasts slashed as new vehicle standards allow car makers room to push hybrids

Forecasts for the uptake of electric vehicles in Australia slashed dramatically – and predictions for plug in hybrids increased – to the delight of the big Japanese car makers.
Researchers develop new process for recycling EV lithium-ion batteries

Researchers develop new process for recycling EV lithium-ion batteries

Researchers say they have developed a compact system for recycling lithium-ion batteries used in EVs that they hope will enable cost-effective and environmentally friendly recycling.
Mercedes-Benz updates three new electric vans for Australia and New Zealand markets

Mercedes-Benz updates three new electric vans for Australia and New Zealand markets

Mercedes-Benz has updated three electric vans for the Australian and New Zealand market including a refreshed eVito and eVito Tourer, and the EQV 300 people mover.
Smart unveils its biggest EV yet, the #5 with tech for electric “glamping”

Smart unveils its biggest EV yet, the #5 with tech for electric “glamping”

Smart unveils the #5 – its biggest EV to date pitched as a “contemporary adventurer” that even comes with a projector for a drive-in entertainment experience for the modern day “glamper.”
Smart hits the road with first German-designed, China made electric cars in Australia

Smart hits the road with first German-designed, China made electric cars in Australia

Smart, known for the quirky micro car launched more than two decades ago, has formally launched its first two EVs in Australia, the #1 and the even bigger #3.
New electric SUV from Chinese brand Leapmotor spotted testing in Australia

New electric SUV from Chinese brand Leapmotor spotted testing in Australia

First Australian sightings of Leapmotor C10 electric SUV captured in Melbourne, hinting at expected launch in 2024.
Canada slaps 100 pct tariff on Chinese-made EVs, including BYD and Tesla

Canada slaps 100 pct tariff on Chinese-made EVs, including BYD and Tesla

Canada imposes 100% tariff on EVs made in China, including from Tesla and BYD, citing deliberate attempts to overproduce and poor environmental and labour standards.
US kicks off program to repair faulty EV chargers and boost bay numbers

US kicks off program to repair faulty EV chargers and boost bay numbers

US begins massive repair and upgrade program for the country’s electric vehicle (EV) chargers, with the first project kicking off in the nation’s capital of Washington, D.C.