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“Time for talk is done:” Australia urged to follow tough US vehicle standards

“Time for talk is done:” Australia urged to follow tough US vehicle standards

Australian government urged to follow the US government’s strong fuel efficiency standards to avoid climate catastrophe and improve the health of millions of Australians.
Tesla Cybertruck now testing with steel wheels and lots of sensors

Tesla Cybertruck now testing with steel wheels and lots of sensors

Tesla’s most anticipated vehicle in years, the Cybertruck, has yet again been spotted testing in California with new features.
MG poised to release all-electric Cyberster two-seater roadster

MG poised to release all-electric Cyberster two-seater roadster

Roadsters are still a popular choice for sports car fans and now MG’s Cyberster roadster is getting closer to production.
Hyundai sets goal to be one of world’s top 3 EV makers by 2030, chasing Tesla and BYD

Hyundai sets goal to be one of world’s top 3 EV makers by 2030, chasing Tesla and BYD

South Korean automaker Hyundai Group has its sights set on chasing down Tesla and BYD to become the world’s 3rd largest EV maker by 2030.
Kia begins building factory for mass production of electric purpose-built vehicles

Kia begins building factory for mass production of electric purpose-built vehicles

Kia is spending over a billion dollars on a new factory to produce all-electric purpose built vehicles, which could be used for deliveries, ride hailing or other uses.
“Our hands are tied:” Australian councils call for tough fuel standards to drive EVs

“Our hands are tied:” Australian councils call for tough fuel standards to drive EVs

Mayors and Councillors across Australia unite in call for strong fuel efficiency standards, saying the country is becoming a dumping ground for dirty vehicles.
“States haven’t delivered:” Report finds just 0.2 pct of Australia’s buses are electric

“States haven’t delivered:” Report finds just 0.2 pct of Australia’s buses are electric

New report finds that despite state government claims they are electrifying public transport, just 0.2% of the nation’s buses are electric.
Polestar 4 set to challenge Model Y to be unveiled at Shanghai auto show

Polestar 4 set to challenge Model Y to be unveiled at Shanghai auto show

Polestar to unveil its fastest EV to date at the Shanghai auto show next week.