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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.
Motoring club rolls out first ‘ultra-rapid’ 200 kW EV charger in South Australia

Motoring club rolls out first ‘ultra-rapid’ 200 kW EV charger in South Australia

RAA opens the first of its 200kW ultra rapid EV charging sites in South Australia as the roll out of the state network gathers pace.
Europe sightings reveal more details about Tesla Model 3 Highland project

Europe sightings reveal more details about Tesla Model 3 Highland project

More sightings of the new Tesla Model 3 are starting to appear from Europe, this time revealing more in close up videos.