Electrify America moves up a gear
As an example of what Australia needs to smooth the introduction of electric and hybrid vehicles – it would be hard to go past what $US2 billion can do.
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Bryce Gaton is an expert on electric vehicles and contributor for The Driven and Renew Economy. He has been working in the EV sector since 2008 and is currently working as EV electrical safety trainer/supervisor for the University of Melbourne. He also provides support for the EV Transition to business, government and the public through his EV Transition consultancy EVchoice.
Australia should take New Zealand’s lead in EV policy and incentives
Australia should look to NZ when it comes to how to encourage adoption of electric cars.
Tesla to consider making electric cars in Australia if ‘opportunity arises’
Tesla tells Senate inquiry it would consider making EVs in Australia - if the market was big enough.
Carmakers weigh in on EV inquiry, suggest support for motorists, infrastructure
Global and Australian car and truck manufacturers call for government support to nurture low and zero emissions vehicles and infrastructure.
EV vs ICE: The cost gap that is holding Australia back
A new report issued by RACQ has revealed telling figures that could be holding back the adoption of EVs in Australia.
Faster EV uptake needs auto and policy makers to work together: Nissan
Nissan calls on governments, automakers and other key stakeholders to work together to drive the shift to electric vehicles in Asia and Oceania.
Australia EV uptake hindered by long road to price parity
Report says EV uptake depends strongly on consumer perceptions of “pay back period”. And in Australia, that requires a 40,000km drive each year.
France embraces incentive to trade in dirty motors for EVs
France government incentive to trade in old petrol and diesel cars for new EVs proves unexpected success.