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Brisbane hydrogen fleet project lands funding from Mitsubishi and Samsung

Brisbane hydrogen fleet project lands funding from Mitsubishi and Samsung

Lion Energy unveils $10 million partnership with Mitsubishi subsidiary DGA Energy and Samsung C&T to help fund a green hydrogen project for a future city bus fleet.
First look at the Cupra Tavascan electric SUV in Australia

First look at the Cupra Tavascan electric SUV in Australia

Here is what to expect from Cupra’s first electric SUV, the Tavascan, after seeing it in person at an Australian Cupra garage.
Tesla Cybertruck makes it way out west for first time

Tesla Cybertruck makes it way out west for first time

Tesla Cybertruck spotted in Western Australia on route to the state’s capital as part of the national road show.
Ford scraps big EV plans, hopes to produce lower cost electric ute

Ford scraps big EV plans, hopes to produce lower cost electric ute

Ford’s electric plans have been blown away by customer preference for lower cost EVs, and the ability of Chinese rivals to actually build them.
Used Tesla prices fall below $30,000 for first time

Used Tesla prices fall below $30,000 for first time

Australia’s best-selling EV brand now has used models up for sale at record low prices.
Farizon Auto’s electric “Supervan” gets approval for Australian roads

Farizon Auto’s electric “Supervan” gets approval for Australian roads

Parent company of Volvo, Polestar and Zeekr, now has its Farizon Supervan approved for Australian roads.
“Just like a normal digger but quicker:” BHP switches on its first giant electric excavator

“Just like a normal digger but quicker:” BHP switches on its first giant electric excavator

BHP has followed in the path of fellow iron ore major Fortescue by deploying its first electric excavator, dumping a diesel engine and replacing it with an electric motor fed by a trailing cable.
BYD owners could soon see Tesla-like trip planning features

BYD owners could soon see Tesla-like trip planning features

BYD owners could soon have access to a feature Tesla owners have enjoyed for years, making trip planning easier.