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Norwegian self-driving mini-bus pilot now open for passengers
Sself-driving company Sensible 4 says its self-driving mini-bus pilot in the small farming village of Gjesdal in Norway has opened for passengers.
Meridian Energy to build EV charging network across New Zealand
New Zealand renewable electricity gen-tailer says it will install 200-plus DC EV chargers to reduce range anxiety and boost driver confidence in going electric.
Perth-based e-scooter maker Vmoto booms in Europe, but not Australia
The vast majority of scooters were sold in Europe, even though the company is Perth-based and bikes are made in China.
Hyundai Australia says it will recall Kona and Ioniq electric cars and replace batteries
Hyundai Australia confirms it will recall electric Kona and Ioniq cars sold in Australia and replace their battery packs due to potential fire risk.
Australian company gives EV batteries a second life as big battery storage
Electric vehicle batteries to get a second life in a big battery, as an Australian company ramps up deployment of its energy storage technologies.
First Porsche electric Taycan deliveries to roll out in Australia this weekend
Porsche to make first deliveries of its its all-electric Taycan luxury sports sedans to Australian customers this weekend.
Byron Shire mayor goes deep Green with electric MG SUV
Byron Shire mayor Simon Richardson becomes latest mayor to choose an electric car and save money.
Grid must get itself ready for batteries on wheels and V2G technology, report says
ANU report calls for fast-tracking reforms to pave the way for electric vehicle to grid (V2G) technology, crucial for managing a future with millions of batteries on wheels.
Small but mighty: The Netherlands’ leading role in electric vehicle adoption
The Netherlands is proof that national and local policies play a key role in driving electric car adoption, and it will likely reach its 2030 target to only sell zero-emission new cars.