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Tesla to remove wood trim in the upcoming new Model 3

Tesla to remove wood trim in the upcoming new Model 3

Tesla’s new Model 3 is rumoured to include various new technologies. Now there’s news that Tesla may remove the iconic wood trim on the inside too.
City of Sydney votes to boost EV uptake and chargers, but no fossil fuel ban

City of Sydney votes to boost EV uptake and chargers, but no fossil fuel ban

City of Sydney votes unanimously to support plan to boost EV uptake and charging infrastructure.
Volvo makes its first commercial delivery of medium duty electric truck in Australia

Volvo makes its first commercial delivery of medium duty electric truck in Australia

The FE Electric, which is capable of hauling a seven-tonne payload, has four batteries on board and up to 220km in range.
Australian battery company Magnis secures landmark deal to supply Tesla

Australian battery company Magnis secures landmark deal to supply Tesla

Australian battery materials company Magnis secures landmark supply deal with electric vehicle maker Tesla.
World-first study shows car pollution can dull human brains within hours

World-first study shows car pollution can dull human brains within hours

New study shows how diesel fuel exhaust can decrease the functional connectivity of a human brain – even after just two hours of exposure.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan matches Model Y with record safety rating score

Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan matches Model Y with record safety rating score

Hyundai Ioniq 6 electric sedan receives record high score for adult safety in vehicle to vehicle crashes, matched only by Model Y.
Sydney to accelerate uptake of EVs, but will prioritise walking, cycling and public transport

Sydney to accelerate uptake of EVs, but will prioritise walking, cycling and public transport

Australia’s biggest city is looking to fast-track EVs – with EV chargers in all apartment blocks – and kick out fossil vehicles. But that’s only part of the solution.
Electric utes: Shining the path towards a cheaper and cleaner future for regional Australia

Electric utes: Shining the path towards a cheaper and cleaner future for regional Australia

Federal minister uses electric ute as prop to launch new report highlighting money and health benefits of strong fuel emissions policy.