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Life-cycle emissions of electric cars are fraction of fossil-fuelled vehicles

Life-cycle emissions of electric cars are fraction of fossil-fuelled vehicles

New analysis of EVs shows advantage over petrol and diesel cars over life-cycle – even an EV driven in coal-dependent Poland and made in emissions-intense China.
Tesla extends free for life Premium Connectivity to more Australia and New Zealand customers

Tesla extends free for life Premium Connectivity to more Australia and New Zealand customers

Tesla responds to Australian calls for extension of free-for-life Premium Connectivity to customers who bought their EVs before July 2019.
Heavily polluted Milan announces plan to limit cars in wake of Covid-19 lockdown

Heavily polluted Milan announces plan to limit cars in wake of Covid-19 lockdown

Milan announces plans to transform 35km of street space to cycling and walking, a move intended to extend lull in car use resulting from the current Covid-19 pandemic lockdown.
Musk delivers on promise to cut Premium Connectivity pricing in Australia

Musk delivers on promise to cut Premium Connectivity pricing in Australia

Musk comes good on promise to fix pricing for Premium Connectivity subscriptions in Australia, dropping it 41% down to $10 a month.
Audi quietly adds e-tron Sportback to Australia website

Audi quietly adds e-tron Sportback to Australia website

Audi Australia quietly adds e-tron Sportback to its website, confirming planned released for Australian market but keeps lips sealed on more details of upcoming launch of flagship e-tron 55 quattro.
Musk hints at another genius feature for “apocalyptic” Cybertruck

Musk hints at another genius feature for “apocalyptic” Cybertruck

Elon Musk considers “super efficient” HVAC system complete with HEPA filter and water distillation for Cybertruck, additions that will enhance its appeal as an armageddon survival juggernaut.
Researchers look to ocean floor for “sustainable” EV battery materials

Researchers look to ocean floor for “sustainable” EV battery materials

New research claims that “polymetallic” nodules mined from ocean floor may be more sustainable way of mining precious metals needed for EV industry.
Auto expert Sandy Munro reveals Tesla Model Y battery pack cost reductions

Auto expert Sandy Munro reveals Tesla Model Y battery pack cost reductions

Auto engineering veteran Sandy Munro continues his teardown of Tesla Model Y, revealing some important exclusions that reduce the cost of making the battery pack.