EV maker Rivian is considering making electric bicycles
American EV start-up Rivian files to expand its trademark to include electric bicycles.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
Electric vehicle sales for 2021 are in as Tesla nudges one million mark
Tesla doubled its sales in 2021 and in Australia, EV sales tripled, but clear EV sales data is still on the wishlist.
Hyundai, Kia and Nio EVs recognised in Good Design Awards
Numerous electric vehicles and EV charging technologies recognised in 71st year of Good Design Awards, including the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and Nio ET7.
Australia e-motorcycle pioneer Savic allows riders to build their own bike
Savic, Australia’s first high-performance electric motorcycle maker unveils new online configurator with augmented reality viewer.
Queenslanders keen to make switch to EVs, but put off by prices
Recent poll shows Queenslanders eager to make switch to electric vehicles, but high prices still present significant barrier to entry.
UK and Europe electric vehicle transition hits unstoppable momentum
The EV transition in Europe and the UK points to what to expect in Australia in coming years.
Kia EV6 spotted in Melbourne ahead of local launch at tennis open
A Kia EV6 - the sister model to Hyundai's well-received Ioniq 5 - has been spotted in Melbourne, signalling its imminent local launch.
Sony reveals second prototype EV you won’t be able to drive
Sony unveils second prototype electric vehicle at CES 2022 that is not - for the time being at least - intended to make it into commercial production.
EVs have extremely low chance of catching fire – but hybrids much more risky
Electric cars are dramatically less likely to catch fire than other vehicles, while hybrids are the worst, new analysis has found.
BMW kicks off 2022 with iX M60 and Australia designed colour-changing tech
BMW enters 2022 with a bang, revealing iX M60 electric offering and new technology that allows the exterior to change colour at the touch of a button.