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Hyundai to focus on autonomous and electric vehicles in $24 billion push
Hyundai commits $A24.5 billion into five year push to become top electric vehicle maker, with focus on future smart mobility technology including connected services and autonomous driving.
EV battery costs, and emissions, fall dramatically as capacity increases
New reports show that the increased production of EV batteries has delivered a big cut in costs, and a halving of emissions involved in the process.
GM and LG Chem announce joint battery venture worth $US2.3 billion
General Motors and LG Chem announce $US2.3 billion investment to mass produce electric vehicle batteries at new factory in Ohio.
Electric Ford F-150 patent suggests lighter design that could lower prices
New Ford patent reveals the all-electric Ford F-150 could be made more cheaply than its fossil fuel stablemates through a new approach to battery placement and body structure.
Model X beats Porsche Taycan, joins other Teslas with Euro five star safety rating
Tesla Model X receives maximum five star safety rating from European safety ratings body Euro NCAP, beating Porsche Taycan and with 98% for adult occupants which may earn it the title of "Best in Class".
Hyundai’s 2020 Ioniq Electric review: Good range, good price, and great fun
The new 2020 Ioniq Electric has enough range at the right price, and is also fun to drive.
New passenger vehicle sales plunge more than 20pct, still no talk of EVs
New vehicle sales decline in Australia now in 20th month and getting deeper, but still no acknowledgment from the industry about role that electric vehicle buying intentions may be playing in the industry.
Formula SAE electric car racing event begins this week in Victoria
Students from universities around the world to compete in Formula SAE event in Victoria, featuring open-wheeler vehicles that look like electric go-karts on steroids.
Tesla could begin Model Y deliveries as soon as first quarter 2020
Tesla may launch its Model Y crossover SUV as soon as Q1 2020, according to a research note from the Deutsche Bank.