Policy
The energy retailers offering lousy deals for home EV charging – on rates and control
Some consumers are being forced to give up control over EV charging in their homes without their consent, and are being offered rates that give them no incentive to charge off-peak.
Nearly all major car companies are sabotaging EV transition, and Japan is worst, study finds
Damning new report finds nearly all major car companies are actively sabotaging world’s efforts to avoid catastrophic global warming, and Japan companies are the worst.
Huge US trade barrier on Chinese EVs means more could be destined for Australia
A 100% tariff on Chinese made electric vehicles sold in the US may be the last line of defence for America’s dinosaur fossil car makers and will likely result in more affordable models coming to Australia.
Fire department wants restrictions on EV parking and charging in big buildings
NSW Fire and Rescue says EVs should not be charged, or even parked, in enclosed building car parks, without the very latest protection systems. EV experts fear over-reach and added costs.
One Australian state has decided to expand EV rebates, rather than end them
State government cites “huge growth” in EV uptake in decision to invest a further $5.2 million into its electric vehicle rebate scheme.
Electric vehicles will improve air quality in our cities – but only when uptake accelerates
The main challenge in cutting transport emissions is no longer technological – it’s uptake.
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