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EV fast charging queues are back. Could a kerbside charger network help?

EV fast charging queues are back. Could a kerbside charger network help?

More expensive DC chargers may be the most economic option for kerbside charging. Their higher throughput also means fewer EV parking spaces are required.
The electric van that offers “nostalgia mode,” including diesel smells and noise

The electric van that offers “nostalgia mode,” including diesel smells and noise

Electric van maker says it has introduced an innovative new feature aimed at those who miss the odour and feel of traditional diesel-powered alternatives.
Kia unveils initial pricing for its smallest EV, with two-way charging

Kia unveils initial pricing for its smallest EV, with two-way charging

Kia unveils pricing for its smallest EV to date, with bidirectional charging, but it is still not clear if it is coming to Australia.
Suzuki gets four-star ANCAP safety rating for its first EV in Australia

Suzuki gets four-star ANCAP safety rating for its first EV in Australia

ANCAP Safety has handed a four-star safety rating to the all-electric Suzuki e Vitara, which is scheduled to launch in Australia in June.
EV sales hit record high in March amid fuel price hikes, BYD overtakes Tesla again

EV sales hit record high in March amid fuel price hikes, BYD overtakes Tesla again

EV sales reach an all-time high in March, off the back of elevated fuel prices and surging demand, with BYD overtaking Tesla but other brands also performing well.
MG offers $500 of accessories, free servicing on select EV models after March stock exhausted

MG offers $500 of accessories, free servicing on select EV models after March stock exhausted

MG offers fresh round of incentives on popular models and luxury IM variants too, even after some models went out of stock in buying surge in March.
Geely throws in extra incentives, including free home charger, to help drive EX5 sales

Geely throws in extra incentives, including free home charger, to help drive EX5 sales

Geely throws in finance offer and a free home charger for its already popular EX5 electric SUV.
Kia slashes prices on the EV3 and EV5 electric SUVs

Kia slashes prices on the EV3 and EV5 electric SUVs

Kia offers deals on its EV3 and its EV5 to help move MY25 stock as EV interest rises sharply.