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“Never Charge” solar EV buys new digital interface to focus on efficiency and range

“Never Charge” solar EV buys new digital interface to focus on efficiency and range

California solar car start-up Aptera Motors announces acquisition of Andromeda Interfaces in move to improve end-user experience for drivers.
Queensland Tesla uptake doubles in the first quarter of 2022

Queensland Tesla uptake doubles in the first quarter of 2022

EV market sees rapid growth in the first quarter of 2022 in Queensland with Tesla leading the way as buyers take advantage of a price drop.
First all-electric “trackless tram” arrives in Brisbane for testing

First all-electric “trackless tram” arrives in Brisbane for testing

The first of 60 bi-articulated and battery-powered buses, or trackless trams, has arrived for testing in Brisbane’s Metro.
Uber partner Splend to fast track EVs in Australia after $150m cash boost

Uber partner Splend to fast track EVs in Australia after $150m cash boost

The largest hirer of vehicles to rideshare giant Uber in Australia secures cash injection of $A150 million to accelerate shift to green mobility.
BYD Atto 3: First images show Atto badging and new interior colours

BYD Atto 3: First images show Atto badging and new interior colours

First images of BYD Atto 3 emerge online after a recent launch of the compact electric SUV in Macau.
EV drivers in UK are using ultra-rapid charging more often

EV drivers in UK are using ultra-rapid charging more often

New survey of UK EV drivers shows increasing number of rapid and ultra-rapid chargers are being put to good use.
More images and specs emerge of sporty BYD EV bound for Australia

More images and specs emerge of sporty BYD EV bound for Australia

Interior images of BYD Seal, slated for Australia by second half of 2023, have emerged giving a closer look at the sporty electric car.
Share of new cars with alternative drive systems reaches 45 pct in Germany

Share of new cars with alternative drive systems reaches 45 pct in Germany

Almost half of all new cars registered in Germany earlier this year were equipped with alternative fuel engines.