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The new EVs on the way to Australia as model numbers leap to more than 100

The new EVs on the way to Australia as model numbers leap to more than 100

More models, more choice, more discounts. The EV market in Australia is growing rapidly. Here is the latest update of what’s here and what’s to come.
“There will never be another car like this:” Musk hints at stunning specs for Tesla Roadster

“There will never be another car like this:” Musk hints at stunning specs for Tesla Roadster

Elon Musk says the new Roadster may reach 0-100km/h in less than one second. “There will never be another car like this, if you could even call it a car,” he said.
China company completes 1500 km road test of Tesla Semi inspired electric truck

China company completes 1500 km road test of Tesla Semi inspired electric truck

Cleaner and cheaper road freight is just around the corner with the rapid development of all-electric trucks, with one Chinese company completing a 1,500km road test.
Enough of the nonsense. Time for peanut gallery to quit its fear campaign against clean cars

Enough of the nonsense. Time for peanut gallery to quit its fear campaign against clean cars

The peanut gallery continues to churn out misinformation on the New Vehicle Efficiency Standards (NVES). It’s important we continue to correct the record.
“I’m blown away:” Tesla Cybertruck tows a near-5 tonne caravan

“I’m blown away:” Tesla Cybertruck tows a near-5 tonne caravan

Tesla Cybertruck owner shows what the truck is capable of while towing a 12 meter long caravan.
Renault’s electric Scenic named car of the year as EVs dominate top rankings

Renault’s electric Scenic named car of the year as EVs dominate top rankings

Renault electric SUV wins car of the year award at Geneva Motor Show as EVs dominate the top rankings.
Australia’s biggest concrete supplier to trial its first electric truck

Australia’s biggest concrete supplier to trial its first electric truck

The bigger concrete maker in Australia to trial its first electric truck at a remote mining site as it awaits regulatory approval to use on public roads.
Toyota finally launches first electric vehicle in Australia, then says EV transition “too quick”

Toyota finally launches first electric vehicle in Australia, then says EV transition “too quick”

Japanese car giant finally launches its first battery electric vehicle in Australia and uses the occasion to complain about the proposed vehicle emissions standards.