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Origin lures Tesla drivers with automated home charging tariff that avoids peaks
Origin launches app-based plan that will charge Tesla EVs at home at lowest possible rate and avoid peaks. It plans to extend it to other EVs soon.
Will batteries follow Moore’s law? China invests $A1.3 billion into solid-state battery research
Morgan Stanley says China’s big R&D investments could result in batteries following a Moore’s Law trend. Meanwhile, the US imposing tariffs on Chinese EVs signals its intention to take the slow path to decarbonisation.
Jeep unveils Wagoneer S electric SUV, on its way to Australian market in 2025
American auto marque unveils new electric SUV as its first “globally available” electric vehicle model, but is the second EV to present to the Australian market.
Nissan begins autonomous electric Leaf trials ahead of 2027 launch date
Nissan begins trial of prototype Nissan Leaf equipped with autonomous driving technology, part of the company’s long-term efforts to deliver autonomous mobility services by 2027.
Electric taxi startup GoBlu lays down green challenge to Uber
A new all-electric taxi startup has emerged in Australia with zero carbon emissions, and paying drivers a fixed salary.
Europe’s love of vans is like Australia’s obsession with utes: And they are going electric
Ford is bringing its second electric van, the E Transit Custom, to Australian shores later in 2024. Will it be enough to convince businesses to make the switch?
BYD has its best sales month in 2024, defying talk of a slowdown in global EV market
BYD sales continue to rise with May, recording its strongest month for the year and 38 per cent above its year ago figure.
