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Chargefox opens first ultra-fast charger in Western Australia, signs deal with Volvo

Chargefox opens first ultra-fast charger in Western Australia, signs deal with Volvo

Chargefox’s ultra-rapid electric car charging network expands to Western Australia as the company inks deal with Volvo.
Plugged In: Tesla update and discounts, latest Vfacts, Kona recall and more

Plugged In: Tesla update and discounts, latest Vfacts, Kona recall and more

A wrap of Australian electric vehicle news, including Tesla refunds to recent Model 3 customers, software update 2020.44 lands, Vfacts shows drivers embracing hybrids and Hyundai issues Kona Electric recall.
South Australia to transition car fleet and boost charging network in big EV push

South Australia to transition car fleet and boost charging network in big EV push

South Australia to “jump start” uptake of electric vehicles by transitioning government fleet to EVs and boosting charging infrastructure.
Bentley goes green and will make only all-electric vehicles from 2030

Bentley goes green and will make only all-electric vehicles from 2030

Bentley to move from being world’s largest producer of 12 cylinder engines to producing pure electric-powered vehicles only from 2030.
Nio value surges past GM as electric vehicle sales double

Nio value surges past GM as electric vehicle sales double

Premium smart electric vehicle maker Nio announces sales doubled in October, leading to surge in shares amidst anticipation of the US election and rumoured European expansion.
Tesla adds Honda to carbon pool after Japanese car maker’s EV sales disappoint

Tesla adds Honda to carbon pool after Japanese car maker’s EV sales disappoint

Honda’s failure to hit the mark in Europe with its first full electric vehicle means it will have to buy credits from Tesla, delivering another windfall to the EV maker.
VW to transform Greek island of Astypalea into green mobility hub

VW to transform Greek island of Astypalea into green mobility hub

VW signs deal with Greek government to turn tourist island of Astypalea into green mobility hub, turning entire car, services and transport fleet electric.
Tesla Sentry captures thief scoping cars: Why you need storage in your Tesla!

Tesla Sentry captures thief scoping cars: Why you need storage in your Tesla!

Footage of potential car thief caught by Tesla Sentry Mode highlights importance of checking storage options are working correctly.