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Joshua S. Hill

Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

ABB to supply vehicle-to-grid charging tech to European projects

Swiss-Swedish tech giant ABB to supply new 11kW bi-directional EV charging technology to projects in France, the UK, Italy, Belgium, and Germany.

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Renault to reveal two new electric models as it teases future direction of EVs

Renault to reveal two new electric vehicles at upcoming "eWays" digital event, including an all-electric crossover plus "accessible" EV under Dacia badge.

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Mercedes-Benz shows EQC electric SUV can do off-road grunt

Not content with its serene, luxurious image Mercedes-Benz has taken the EQC all-electric SUV off-road to prove it also has some grunt.

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Tesla to make battery cells in Texas, where it is also building the Cybertruck

Tesla is planning to make battery cells in Texas, the state chosen for the location of its Cybertruck factory.

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Global net zero target for 2050 needs 50 million EVs on roads in next 10 years

IEA says 50 million electric vehicles will need to be on roads by 2030 to meet net zero emissions target for 2050, but driving petrol cars more slowly will also help.

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Scania plans a solar clad trailer to augment plug-in hybrid electric truck

Swedish truck maker Scania announces plans to develop solar-clad truck trailer intended to help power a plug-in hybrid truck, with considerable fuel savings.

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Queensland networks spotlight V2G potential in EV tactical plan

Energy Queensland tables 10-point tactical plan to support and optimise the increased uptake of electric vehicles on its networks, including vehicle-to-grid capabilities.