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Read the latest in Australia’s shift towards electric mobility, here and globally.

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Joshua S. Hill

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.

ACT opens up zero interest loans to buyers of new and used electric vehicles

Cathcart's BMW i3 and rooftop solar system. Courtesy Chris Cathcart

ACT opens its interest-free loans to buyers of new and used electric vehicles, adding to its stamp duty waiver and free registration.

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Fonz Moto makes and sells 100 e-bikes from micro factory, despite lockdown

Electric motorbike maker Fonz Moto shrugs off pandemic blues to celebrate milestone making and selling 100 of its NKD electric motorbikes.

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First edition Cybertruck will have four motors and crab mode, says Musk

The first Cybertrucks will have a quad motor configuration and be able to drive diagonally like crab, Tesla CEO Elon Musk says.

The new Evie Networks rapid charger at Campbell Town, Tas (supplied).

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Carbar launches electric vehicle subscription offer in Tasmania

Australian car subscription service joins forces with Tasmania utility Aurora Energy to offer easy access to a range of new and used electric vehicles.

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Australia bound BYD Yuan Plus seen testing in China ahead of 2022 arrival

Two BYD Yuan Plus vehicles built to Australian specifications are being tested in China ahead of shipment to Australia in early 2022.

Nissan reveals high-performance Ariya Single Seater Concept. Supplied

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Nissan showcases Ariya electric tech in one-off, single-seater racing car

Nissan reveals high-performance single-seater using all-electric Ariya powertrain, to show how powerful it would be if it was a racing car rather than an SUV.