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The most-read and trusted website tracking EV news Australia.

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

As the world increasingly turns to electric vehicles, we will make sure you have access to all the biggest stories in EVs.

More importantly, read about topics like policy, charging infrastructure, and developments in EV technology – because you want to know.

Likewise, you’ll keep returning because you know that for up-to-date EV news – The Driven has it.

Giles Parkinson

Giles Parkinson is founder and editor of The Driven, and also edits and founded the Renew Economy and One Step Off The Grid web sites. He has been a journalist for nearly 40 years, is a former business and deputy editor of the Australian Financial Review, and owns a Tesla Model 3.

Four ways to help Australia end sales of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035

Here are four policies that could help Australia catch up on electric vehicles, and ensure its road transport emissions reach net zero by 2050.

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NSW plans more than 20 electric vehicle test drive days, to “normalise” EVs

NSW government seeks partners to deliver at least 20 battery electric vehicle test drive days over the coming 12 months, for both businesses and the general public.

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BMW reveals pricing and specifications for all-electric i4 coupé

BMW reveals pricing and specifications for upcoming all-electric i4 gran coupé, its latest addition to the EV market in Australia.

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German start-up unveils unusual range of electric vans with solar panels

Electric Brands unveils modular EV platform, including a van that adds up to 200kms of range each day with integrated solar and regenerative drives.

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Tesla Aviation: Why Elon Musk may still produce a flying car

Elon Musk has led the world in the transition to electric vehicles through Tesla, and in space transport with SpaceX. Surely he is interested in the half way point - flying cars?