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Two electric fast ferries under construction for Auckland Harbour

Two electric fast ferries under construction for Auckland Harbour

NZ government provides funding to build two new electric fast ferries, to operate across Auckland Harbour by 2024.
Tesla asks customers to pay extra for bigger wheels in Long Range Model 3

Tesla asks customers to pay extra for bigger wheels in Long Range Model 3

Shrinkflation: Tesla makes 18-inch wheels standard for the Tesla Long Range Model 3, and customers will need to pay more for bigger rims.
Volgren delivers first of 36 electric buses in Melbourne

Volgren delivers first of 36 electric buses in Melbourne

Australia’s largest bus body builder, Volgren, delivers first of 36 battery-electric buses to Melbourne Bus Franchise operator Kinetic.
Ioniq 5 EVs with V2G to create world-first “bi-directional” energy system

Ioniq 5 EVs with V2G to create world-first “bi-directional” energy system

Some 150 Ioniq 5 electric SUVs with V2G technology to create “world-first” bi-directional system of the future in Dutch city.
“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.