California surpasses 1.5 million EV sales, well ahead of 2025 target
California reaches 1.5 million EV target two years ahead of schedule as electric cars grab 21 pct share of new car market.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
“We want more EVS:” Queensland doubles electric vehicle rebates to $6,000
Queensland state government has doubled the size of electric vehicle rebates and extended eligibility to higher priced EVs.
Origin gets ARENA handout to help business customers to go electric
Federal Labor follows up its EV Strategy announcement with a handout to big three gen-tailer Origin Energy and funds for discounted EV loans.
Bowen announces $70 million round of grants for innovative EV charging
Bowen announces $70 million grants funding round for EV charging infrastructure, with focus on innovations, smart charging and vehicle to grid.
EV advocates frustrated as vehicle emissions can kicked down the road again
Electric vehicle advocates concerned Australia remains a dumping ground for dirty cars and EV buyers are still deprived of choice.
Policy is powering global EV uptake – and Australia needs to catch up fast
Globally, strong policies are significantly scaling EV uptake and production. Australia needs to formulate its own policy response – at speed.
EV strategy: Australia delays fuel efficiency standards for more “consultations”
Australian government confirms it will introduce fuel efficiency standards, but wants to have more consultation with industry.
The dumb rules stopping Australian EV owners from charging with their own solar
Dumb and archaic network rules are preventing EV owners from using their own rooftop panels to charge their cars, and are getting in the way of a smart future grid.
Canberra fast becoming Australia’s little Norway as EV share hits 19 pct
Canberra now leads Australia's EV uptake but the seeds were sown many years ago by the dedicated members of ACT's electric vehicle groups.
Australian government seeks feedback on mandating acoustic devices for EVs
Australian government is taking submissions on whether EVs should be fitted with acoustic devices so that blind people can hear them coming.