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ACT swaps out diesel ride-on mowers for electric, after trial shows they’re up to the job

ACT swaps out diesel ride-on mowers for electric, after trial shows they’re up to the job

ACT government to use electric ride-on lawn mowers to manage the upkeep of public grassed areas in suburbs, open spaces and arterial roadways.
BYD releases owner manual for lowest cost EV in Australia, indicating deliveries are close

BYD releases owner manual for lowest cost EV in Australia, indicating deliveries are close

BYD’s Dolphin electric hatchback owner’s manual becomes available with first deliveries likely to be not too far behind it.
Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race

Germany wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels, doubts EVs will win zero emissions race

Germany says race for drive train of the future is wide open, and it wants tax breaks for synthetic fuels for internal combustion engine cars.
Scania unveils “wild and crazy” solar-powered truck project

Scania unveils “wild and crazy” solar-powered truck project

Scania is working on a solar-powered truck, but even the project’s manager admits the need for new hardware and software makes it “a little bit of a wild and crazy idea”.
“Reckless:” BMW chief says focus on EVs leaves Europe open to blackmail

“Reckless:” BMW chief says focus on EVs leaves Europe open to blackmail

BMW CEO Oliver Zipse said that Europe is leaving itself open to blackmail from resource suppliers by betting on electric mobility alone.
Sparks to fly in the battle to boost electric vehicles

Sparks to fly in the battle to boost electric vehicles

Legacy car makers, led by Toyota, are pushing for a slow switch to EVs as as they continue to place bets on hybrid and hydrogen fuel cell cars.
Tesla unveils long awaited Model 3 upgrade: It’s got buttons, and it costs more

Tesla unveils long awaited Model 3 upgrade: It’s got buttons, and it costs more

Tesla has finally unveiled its upgraded Model 3 electric sedan – the long awaited result of Project Highland – that features significant changes to its exterior and the interior layout.
Kia EV5 lands in China with surprisingly low, affordable price for small electric SUV

Kia EV5 lands in China with surprisingly low, affordable price for small electric SUV

Kia’s upcoming electric EV5 SUV will undercut the Model Y, offering value for money in first market of its launch.