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Barcelona rolls out first EV chargers powered by regenerative train braking

Barcelona rolls out first EV chargers powered by regenerative train braking

Barcelona rolls out first EV fast-charging locations that will be powered by rooftop solar and from the energy derived from the braking of trains on the city’s Metro trainline.
New 2025 Tesla Model Y spied showing key upgrades

New 2025 Tesla Model Y spied showing key upgrades

Tesla’s best-seller, the Model Y’s next version has been spied showing key changes to the exterior and giving an inside look.
Kia unveils pricing and range for EV3, its smallest and lowest cost electric SUV

Kia unveils pricing and range for EV3, its smallest and lowest cost electric SUV

Kia unveils pricing for its smallest and “most affordable electric SUV”, the EV3, in the UK, giving an indication of what the price might be in Australia.
Polestar adds second Australian retail “space” ahead of release of two new EV models

Polestar adds second Australian retail “space” ahead of release of two new EV models

Polestar is adding its second Australian retail “space” ahead of the release of two new electric models later this year.
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German dealers say private orders for electric cars have fallen by nearly half in 2024

German dealers say private orders for electric cars have fallen by nearly half in 2024

Demand for electric vehicles plunge in Germany and the country’s automotive sector is bracing for a gloomy full year as high prices and leasing rates hamper business.
Zeekr’s upcoming stylish electric SUV spotted for first time

Zeekr’s upcoming stylish electric SUV spotted for first time

Images of a new electric SUV from Zeekr have emerged after a test vehicle was spotted revealing new details.
Austal to build wind-powered cargo trimaran that will ditch diesel on trans Atlantic routes

Austal to build wind-powered cargo trimaran that will ditch diesel on trans Atlantic routes

Austal to build wind-powered cargo trimarans that will achieve a 99 per cent cut in emissions for transport to secondary ports.