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Aston Martin teams with Lucid to create ultra-luxury, high performance EVs

Aston Martin teams with Lucid to create ultra-luxury, high performance EVs

Aston Martin teams up with Lucid to offer “ultra-luxury, high performance” EV as part of a £2 billion plan to go electric.
Jeep launches first plug in Grand Cherokee for Australian line-up

Jeep launches first plug in Grand Cherokee for Australian line-up

Jeep launches its first plug in hybrid Grand Cherokee in Australia. The full electric version will follow later.
Should mechanics need to hold an electrician licence to repair EVs?

Should mechanics need to hold an electrician licence to repair EVs?

Possible changes to Queensland’s electrical safety laws could mean mechanics need a full electrician licence to work on EVs. The Electric Vehicle Council says this isn’t necessary.
Six reasons why an electric motorcycle is the perfect commute, come rain or shine

Six reasons why an electric motorcycle is the perfect commute, come rain or shine

Like electric cars, electric motorcycles are completely changing the game. What makes the electric motorcycle the perfect commuting machine? We take a look.
A shift in mindset: Why “Know Your EV” workshops are such a big success

A shift in mindset: Why “Know Your EV” workshops are such a big success

Early-adopters were often deep into the fine details of EV ownership including DC charging and EV etiquette. AEVA’s workshops are now helping teach the ropes to a second wave of EV enthusiasts.
Ford secures huge government loan to build battery factories, chase down Tesla

Ford secures huge government loan to build battery factories, chase down Tesla

Ford has received a $9.2 billion loan from the US government to help it build three battery factories in the US.
“Most powerful in our fleet:” Police take delivery of first all-electric patrol car

“Most powerful in our fleet:” Police take delivery of first all-electric patrol car

Queensland police have taken delivery of their first all-electric highway patrol car a Hyundai EV6. Its first jobs was to escort teams for the state of origin.
“Nothing can compete:” Finkel concedes battery electric beats hydrogen cars

“Nothing can compete:” Finkel concedes battery electric beats hydrogen cars

Alan Finkel, author of Australia’s hydrogen strategy, says hydrogen cars can’t compete with battery electric. He should know, as he owns both.