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Evie begins tap and go pilot for EV fast chargers around Australia

Evie begins tap and go pilot for EV fast chargers around Australia

EV fast-charging network operator Evie Networks is to trial a “tap and go” payment option at five charging locations amid push for standardised payment systems.
Tritium installs 33 “hands-free” autonomous fast chargers in California port

Tritium installs 33 “hands-free” autonomous fast chargers in California port

Queensland-based fast charging pioneer completes US installation of 33 electric vehicle chargers equipped with mechanised connectors.
GWM Ora electric hatchbacks recalled due to charging danger

GWM Ora electric hatchbacks recalled due to charging danger

More than 1600 electric vehicles are being recalled due a potentially lethal electrical issue that occurs when recharging the vehicle. 
BYD confirms plans to open another 30 retail stores and EV service centres in Australia

BYD confirms plans to open another 30 retail stores and EV service centres in Australia

Australia’s second biggest electric car brand will open another 30 retail stores and more service centres in the nation as part of a push to overtake leading vehicle makers.
Tesla puts Cybertruck front and centre on Australian website with metric specs

Tesla puts Cybertruck front and centre on Australian website with metric specs

Tesla’s Cybertruck’s specs are now available on the Australian website, and in metric measurements. But still no indication of when it might arrive.
Bring on the end of the ICE-age – and long live the Reliant Robin!

Bring on the end of the ICE-age – and long live the Reliant Robin!

Even if sales of all ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles ceased today, there will still be a ‘long-tail’ of the existing fleet running through their normal life-cycle before being replaced.
Renault teases R5 electric ahead of February launch

Renault teases R5 electric ahead of February launch

Renault will soon relaunch the Renault 5 nameplate as an all-electric model – and there are some promising signs that it might come to Australia.
“Whole new step-change in technology:” Cybertruck starts at $US61,000

“Whole new step-change in technology:” Cybertruck starts at $US61,000

Tesla delivers the Cybertruck, and shows videos of it dragging out a Porsche 911 – while towing another Porsche 911. But it will cost more than expected.