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Plenti soars after NAB signs up to launch multi-billion dollar electric vehicle loan program

Plenti soars after NAB signs up to launch multi-billion dollar electric vehicle loan program

Shares in Plenti soared after NAB signed up to provide billions of dollars in discount loans for electric vehicle purchases, and other green products.
“Glimpse into the future:” Australia’s Savic C-Series electric motorcycle hits the track

“Glimpse into the future:” Australia’s Savic C-Series electric motorcycle hits the track

Savic undertakes advanced testing sessions of its electric performance motorcycle at the iconic Phillip Island race track.
Australia cracks down on EV fast charger reliability to address range anxiety

Australia cracks down on EV fast charger reliability to address range anxiety

Government funded EV fast chargers to have 98 pct uptime requirement, as well as bigger bays, “drive-through” options and a targeted common payment system.
“A bit too much:” BYD Dolphins charge at Tesla Superchargers, but at a hefty price

“A bit too much:” BYD Dolphins charge at Tesla Superchargers, but at a hefty price

Newly delivered BYD Dolphin seamlessly charges at a Tesla supercharger.
Nissan plans next-gen Leaf and two new electric models, including Qashqai

Nissan plans next-gen Leaf and two new electric models, including Qashqai

Nissan to produce two new vehicles in the UK as it unveiled its $A5.7 billion EV plan.
Tesla remains king in US with 50% share of EV market, as big car makers get electric shy

Tesla remains king in US with 50% share of EV market, as big car makers get electric shy

New data published by energy research giant BloombergNEF highlights Tesla’s continued dominance in its home EV market.
Foton says it tops electric truck sales in Australia with more than 200 orders in 2023

Foton says it tops electric truck sales in Australia with more than 200 orders in 2023

Foton reveals the rise in electric truck orders as it tops the segment with the T5 EV light truck.
Which automakers support proposed emissions standards? More than meet the eye

Which automakers support proposed emissions standards? More than meet the eye

At first glance, automakers are all over the map in their responses to the US EPA’s proposal. But a closer looks shows only one opposes it entirely.