Gina Rinehart’s Vulcan Energy signs up for Nico Rosberg’s electric racing team
Gina Rinehart backed Vulcan Energy signs up as branding partner of former F1 champion Nico Rosberg's Extreme E racing team.
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Infrastructure Victoria urges ban on petrol and diesel cars “by 2035 at latest”
Advisory group Infrastructure Victoria calls for the state to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 "at the latest".
Hyundai launches cheaper short-range Kona Electric and drops long-range price
Hyundai says it will launch the cheaper, shorter-range all-electric Kona on the Australian market in a bid to make it more affordable and accessible to more drivers.
China discussing EV battery swap station standards
China's main auto body has begun consultations on technical standards for the construction of electric vehicle (EV) battery swap stations.
Tesla is planning a “super long range” Model Y electric crossover
Tesla is planning a "super long-range" Model Y according to documents filed with Chinese authorities.
Road to ruin: What will happen to old petrol and diesel cars in switch to EVs?
Around 7.6 million petrol and diesel cars could be sent to the scrap heap this decade as Australia accelerates its shift to electric vehicles. But there are no rules on recycling.
Evie Networks and Tritium ink deal for 300 new EV chargers in Australia
Tritium to supply more than 300 EV chargers at more than 150 new Evie Network destinations. Maps included.
“I’ve been everywhere:” WA releases map of 45 new EV charging sites
WA government unveils map of 45 new EV charging stations to create Australia's biggest electric super-highway.
Tesla Cybertruck camper upgrade wins hearts, may have “touch dashboard”
The Cybertruck's automotive edge is being pushed out further with a new patent and camper add-on taking the concept of a high-tech apocalypse-ready super truck to new heights.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 sales take off ahead of US, Australia launch
Sales of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 take off in domestic and export markets, driving a new record share of its battery-electric car sales.