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Ampol to roll out 10-bay EV charging stations at some of its forecourts

Ampol to roll out 10-bay EV charging stations at some of its forecourts

Ampol to roll out 10-bay EV fast charging stations at some existing forecourts, and also plans “destination” charging at shopping centres.
Business revolution: Toyota plans major backflip on EVs as it plays catch up to Tesla

Business revolution: Toyota plans major backflip on EVs as it plays catch up to Tesla

Toyota caught out by pace of EV uptake, and is now considering a complete revamp of its strategy for fear it will left behind by Tesla and others.
GM unveils new electric ute with 640kms range, and big towing capacity

GM unveils new electric ute with 640kms range, and big towing capacity

General Motors unveiled a new electric ute with 640km of range and a towing capacity of 4,309kg. It does not come cheap.
Kia to offer battery conditioning update for older EV6 models

Kia to offer battery conditioning update for older EV6 models

Kia is offering a battery conditioning software update for older models of its EV6 crossover which will enable cars to charge even faster in colder conditions.
Tesla to build four new 15-bay super-charging stations as part of NSW funding deal

Tesla to build four new 15-bay super-charging stations as part of NSW funding deal

Updated: Tesla goes where other networks fear to tread, and will build four 15-bay supercharging stations in Australia – the biggest in the country.
First drive in Australia’s hydrogen fuelled Warrego utility

First drive in Australia’s hydrogen fuelled Warrego utility

In a test drive in Amsterdam, the Warrego ute lives up to its promise as a zero emission hydrogen powered commercial vehicle for professional drivers.
Driving Miss Audrey: Why a Tesla Model Y was the only car for this 90 year old

Driving Miss Audrey: Why a Tesla Model Y was the only car for this 90 year old

Nonagenarian Audrey Lynch gets special surprise as daughter Sarah injects some spark into their lives, after loss.
Biggest charging stations in Australia – up to 15 bays – to be rolled out in NSW

Biggest charging stations in Australia – up to 15 bays – to be rolled out in NSW

NSW co-funds another 86 fast and ultra fast charging stations, some with up to 15 charging bays.