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Four great and affordable electric vehicles that still are not available in Australia

Four great and affordable electric vehicles that still are not available in Australia

Here are just some of the more affordable EV models that Australia is still missing out on.
“No smell, no vibration:” First all-electric Rolls-Royce completes testing near Arctic Circle

“No smell, no vibration:” First all-electric Rolls-Royce completes testing near Arctic Circle

Rolls-Royce tests the Spectre, its first all-electric car, fulfilling the prophecy of co-founder Charles Rolls, who drove an electric car more than 122 years ago.
Electric vans are now cheaper to operate than diesels

Electric vans are now cheaper to operate than diesels

The total cost to buy and operate an electric van in Europe is now significantly cheaper than diesel alternatives, a new report from T&E says.
Solar-charged electric vehicles already a “no-brainer” for Australian car owners

Solar-charged electric vehicles already a “no-brainer” for Australian car owners

Households can save thousands of dollars if they swap their petrol or diesel car and buy an EV, powered by their own rooftop solar.
First e-scooter championship attracts stars from speed skating, snowboarding, and BMX

First e-scooter championship attracts stars from speed skating, snowboarding, and BMX

Racing legend Lucas Di Grassi gears up for electrifying future as co-founder of new eSkootr Championship which will feature stars from many other sports.
GM electric Hummer ute and SUV attract huge order list

GM electric Hummer ute and SUV attract huge order list

GM says some US orders for Hummer EV may not be fulfilled until 2024, and that inevitably means a longer wait for Australian customers.
Plugged in: EV big rig goes to Canberra, Tassie airport e-buses, Rainbow Solar EV chargers

Plugged in: EV big rig goes to Canberra, Tassie airport e-buses, Rainbow Solar EV chargers

Chris Bowen jumps aboard an EV big rig, Tasmania adds electric buses to Hobart airport run, Sixt offers free charging for EV hirers, Rainbow Power launches free public charger.
Jet Charge signs up first partner to roll out smart home EV chargers

Jet Charge signs up first partner to roll out smart home EV chargers

Electric vehicle infrastructure company Jet Charge has announced its first partner to roll out the Wallbox range of EV chargers to homes.