Study commissioned by Climate Council and Electric Vehicle Council shows Australians could share in up to $13.6 billion in savings from strong vehicle efficiency standards.
Despite a lot of recent talk Australia still doesn't have a vehicle emission standard. It's costing us our health and making EVs more expensive. So what exactly is a vehicle emissions standard and why is it important?
Up until now EV uptake has been inequitable with few able to pay high purchase prices. Good public policy and incentive schemes can level the playing field.
Non-road diesel engines burn through as much as diesel as Australia's 5 million on-road diesel vehicles. But they are completely unregulated, and deadly.
Possible changes to Queensland's electrical safety laws could mean mechanics need a full electrician licence to work on EVs. The Electric Vehicle Council says this isn't necessary.