Western Australia’s Lithium Valley – a one stop shop for EV raw materials
Western Australia is looking at how it can become the world's one-stop shop for raw materials for electric vehicle, creating an industry worth tens of billions.
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Tony Bosworth writes for www.TheDriven.io and RenewEconomy.com.au. He has 35 years experience in journalism, and has been instrumental in launching and editing several automotive magazines including Which Car? magazine in the UK.
Transport emissions are soaring – it’s time to shift to electric vehicles
Climate Council report points to potential emissions reductions, and health benefits, of have a transport strategy focusing on electric vehicles and more renewables.
The ACT powers ahead on electric vehicles
ACT has taken another step closer to making Australia a welcoming place for EV's with the signing of global declaration committing to transition to zero carbon vehicles.
Could ‘green’ number plates accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles?
Could 'green' number plates accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles, or will it just be an alert that there is an imposter in the space reserved for charing? Either way, Australia needs more than a change of colour.
Monash Uni says Australia’s EV future lies in lithium and battery IP
Australia needs to embrace uptake of EVs, including lithium resources, battery IP, and the use of electric vehicles as support for the electricity grid.
NSW boosts electric vehicle chargers, pulls planning restrictions
NSW government removes hurdles for owners of car parks, depots, car-washes and service stations from installing electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Which countries are doing most to support electric vehicles?
Australia's lack of policy for electric vehicle policies stands in sharp contrast to what is happening in the rest of the world.
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.
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.