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Italian utility Enel launches global e-mobility offshoot

Italian utility Enel launches global e-mobility offshoot

Italian energy company Enel launches new global business focused on smart EV infrastructure solutions.
“1,000kms in a breeze:” CATL unveils new Qilin EV battery with incredible specs

“1,000kms in a breeze:” CATL unveils new Qilin EV battery with incredible specs

Tesla battery partner CATL unveils third-gen cell-to-pack battery technology which can deliver “1,000 km in a breeze.”
Stellantis ups investment in Australian net zero lithium producer Vulcan Energy

Stellantis ups investment in Australian net zero lithium producer Vulcan Energy

Australia’s Vulcan Energy Resources secures another major investment from automotive giant Stellantis and seals long term off take for zero carbon lithium.
Remember the Mini Moke? It’s back in the USA, and it’s electric

Remember the Mini Moke? It’s back in the USA, and it’s electric

Fun fact: The first electric Mini Moke was built in Australia. Now it’s back in the USA as a classic ‘60s open-air cruiser.
Volkswagen officially debuts ID.Aero electric sedan concept

Volkswagen officially debuts ID.Aero electric sedan concept

It’s now official: VW unveils the ID.Aero electric car concept in China on Monday, and anticipates the new model will go into production in 2023.
Hyundai quietly reopens order books for Ioniq 5 electric crossover

Hyundai quietly reopens order books for Ioniq 5 electric crossover

Hyundai quietly reopens order page for Ioniq 5 electric crossover on Friday, and there is still at least one for sale.
Planet Ark Power to put 14-station EV charging hub and megawatt battery to test

Planet Ark Power to put 14-station EV charging hub and megawatt battery to test

EV charging hub supported by more than a megawatt of battery storage is one of eight new EV charging grant recipients in South Australia.
Used Tesla Model 3 listings continue to spike after Model Y launch

Used Tesla Model 3 listings continue to spike after Model Y launch

Demand for the Model Y remains strong two weeks after launch, resulting in another spike in used Model 3 prices. How long will the spike last?