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Electrifying federal government fleet could be done at fraction of new cost estimates

Electrifying federal government fleet could be done at fraction of new cost estimates

It could cost a fraction of projected $200 million to transition federal government fleet, electric vehicle and energy consultancy firm Evenergi says.
“No longer a pipe dream:” AGL expands EV subscription service to Queensland

“No longer a pipe dream:” AGL expands EV subscription service to Queensland

AGL extends its recently-launched electric vehicle subscription service to Brisbane, offering six different EV models for a minimum of $300 a week.
BP and Uber extend pilot across Atlantic to deploy EV chargers

BP and Uber extend pilot across Atlantic to deploy EV chargers

Alliance between BP and Uber will see network of EV chargers deployed in US city of Houston as both companies focus efforts towards sustainability.
Hyundai outlines ambitious electric vehicle push with new models and chargers

Hyundai outlines ambitious electric vehicle push with new models and chargers

Hyundai says it will further ramp up electrification activities in 2021, starting with launch of all-new Ioniq 5 to kick off company’s new dedicated battery electric vehicle Ioniq line-up.
China’s CATL reportedly promises solid state battery with high energy density

China’s CATL reportedly promises solid state battery with high energy density

Chinese battery maker CATL reportedly promises 350Wh/kg solid-state battery cells once key technology and production issues have been solved.
Air One: World-first electric urban air taxi port to be build in UK

Air One: World-first electric urban air taxi port to be build in UK

Hyundai, Coventry City Council, and UK government partner with Urban Air Port to launch world’s first fully-operational hub for electric air taxis.
Rivian boss RJ Scaringe blitzes family weekend in off-road electric ute

Rivian boss RJ Scaringe blitzes family weekend in off-road electric ute

It’s now officially official: Rivian proves electric utes do not ruin the weekend.
Australia’s Rectifier creates “stackable” EV charger module to meet urban and grid needs

Australia’s Rectifier creates “stackable” EV charger module to meet urban and grid needs

Australia’s Rectifier Technologies unveils “stackable” electric car fast charger module that will help cut costs of high-powered installations, and make it easier to find sites.