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Tesla is about to end referral benefits in Australia

Tesla is about to end referral benefits in Australia

Tesla’s referral program has helped boost sales in 2024, but the current program is about to come to an end.
“Sad day:” EV fast-charging company Tritium says it is insolvent, receivers to seek buyers

“Sad day:” EV fast-charging company Tritium says it is insolvent, receivers to seek buyers

Updated: Australian EV fast charging company Tritium is facing financial collapse after its directors declared it to be insolvent and called in KPMG to act as voluntary administrators.
Toyota’s plug-in hybrids emit four times more CO2 than company claims

Toyota’s plug-in hybrids emit four times more CO2 than company claims

New real-world data from the EU shows plug-in hybrid vehicle emissions are actually much closer to the average petrol car than car companies claim.
Polestar cuts greenhouse emissions per car thanks to renewables and more efficient EVs

Polestar cuts greenhouse emissions per car thanks to renewables and more efficient EVs

Polestar says it has cut greenhouse gas emissions by nine per cent per car sold in 2023, thanks to more renewable power, more efficient batteries and EVs, and cleaner materials.
Tesla Model 3 Ludicrous spotted for right-hand-drive markets

Tesla Model 3 Ludicrous spotted for right-hand-drive markets

New Tesla Model 3’s Ludicrous variant, is on its way to right-hand-drive markets like ours in Australia
“The unequivocal path forward:” EU adopts strong pollution laws for trucks and buses

“The unequivocal path forward:” EU adopts strong pollution laws for trucks and buses

The European Parliament has voted to adopt new emissions regulations for large trucks and buses sending a strong signal to manufacturers of where the world is heading.
Maserati unveils GranCabrio Folgore electric convertible as it transitions to all EV range

Maserati unveils GranCabrio Folgore electric convertible as it transitions to all EV range

Italian luxury vehicle manufacturer unveils an all-electric drop-top convertible boasting three drive motors and a 92.5kWh battery able to deliver around 750 horsepower.
Nissan unveils solid state battery line that will double energy intensity at lower price

Nissan unveils solid state battery line that will double energy intensity at lower price

Nissan says solid state batteries will double intensity of lithium batteries and cost less, and can also be used as energy storage.