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Porsche Australia installs EV fast chargers ahead of Taycan launch in 2021

Porsche Australia installs EV fast chargers ahead of Taycan launch in 2021

Porsche Australia installs new electric fast car chargers at its Porsche Centres across Australia ahead of early 2021 launch of Taycan electric sports car.
Mercedes-Benz launches massive EV factory plans and six new models by 2022

Mercedes-Benz launches massive EV factory plans and six new models by 2022

German car maker Mercedes-Benz to build electric vehicles at six factories, and launch an equal number of new electric vehicle models by 2022 under its EQ moniker.
Australia’s EMoS launches Wyld “e-chopper” motorcycle

Australia’s EMoS launches Wyld “e-chopper” motorcycle

Brisbane-based Electric Mobility Solutions unveils new Wyld “e-chopper” electric scooter at University of Southern Queensland’s Springfield campus.
Ampaire hybrid electric aircraft runs first flight trials over Hawaii

Ampaire hybrid electric aircraft runs first flight trials over Hawaii

LA-based hybrid-electric aircraft developer Ampaire launches one-month trial flying between Hawaiian island destinations.
No new initiatives in federal government’s EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

No new initiatives in federal government’s EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

A leaked discussion paper from the federal government on its electric vehicle strategy – which it dubs its “future fuels” strategy – contains no new initiatives to encourage the uptake of EVs, but points to the need for more charging infrastructure and basic information for consumers. The discussion paper has been obtained by The Driven […]
“Real shame:” Nothing new in Coalition EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

“Real shame:” Nothing new in Coalition EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

Government discussion paper on “future fuels” contains no new initiatives for EV uptake, although Comcar will finally trial electric vehicles.
Amazon’s Zoox readies to launch autonomous vehicle

Amazon’s Zoox readies to launch autonomous vehicle

Amazon’s Zoox, the self-driving startup launched by Australian Tim Kentley-Klay and backed by Mike Cannon-Brookes, readies to launch its autonomous vehicle.
Toyota plans revolutionary solid state battery for 2021

Toyota plans revolutionary solid state battery for 2021

Japanese car maker Toyota to introduce solid state battery that can recharge to full in just 10 minutes in 2021, a move that could revolutionise the electric vehicle market.