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ChargePoint officially quits Australia as national charger growth tipped to double

ChargePoint officially quits Australia as national charger growth tipped to double

US charging network provider confirms it will “no longer maintain a presence in Australia” from February, shuttering its chargers and app.
Electric ski slope rescue: Nissan unveils X-Trail e-4ORCE

Electric ski slope rescue: Nissan unveils X-Trail e-4ORCE

Nissan’s twin-motor “e-4ORCE” technology is on display as part of a broader “safety on the slopes” campaign in Europe.
BYD offers Atto 3 cashback deal to celebrate record year

BYD offers Atto 3 cashback deal to celebrate record year

BYD announces a cashback offer to get more people into one of Australia’s favourite EVs.
Another four, publicly funded EV fast charging bays added in Canberra

Another four, publicly funded EV fast charging bays added in Canberra

Two Evie Networks DC fast chargers installed at a shopping centre have added another four public charge points to the ACT’s total.
“This is our North Star:” Auto giant backs sodium-ion EV battery technology

“This is our North Star:” Auto giant backs sodium-ion EV battery technology

Dutch automotive giant Stellantis among several companies to invest in French company Tiamat which is commercialising sodium-ion battery technology.
BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal

BYD Sea Lion specs reveal boost in top speed, outpacing BYD Seal

More details of BYD’s larger ground-up electric SUV have come to the surface, including powertrain options.
BYD teases specs for upcoming ultra-luxury electric sedan

BYD teases specs for upcoming ultra-luxury electric sedan

After producing some of the world’s most affordable EVs, BYD unveils ultra-luxury sleek sedan that will pack over 700kW of power and cost a bomb.
Third phase of EV Super Highway to add 23 new charging stations

Third phase of EV Super Highway to add 23 new charging stations

Queensland energy minister launches third phase of state’s EV Super Highway, rolling out new fast chargers linking regional and rural locations.