Sparks fly as Toyota renews attack against electric vehicles in Australia
Industry and consumer groups join in as EV industry dismisses Toyota claims that EVs not suitable for Australian roads.
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“Not much of an expert:” Tesla slaps down Toyota over EVs in Australia comments
Tesla slaps down Toyota executive for suggesting that Australia is not a good place for electric vehicles as the spat between the two car giants continues.
NSW government to spend $10m to add EV chargers at 100 apartment buildings
NSW funding to boost EV charging in apartment buildings.
Toyota, Suzuki, Great Wall, VW and Hyundai ranked worst for EVs among legacy car makers
Rankings of top legacy car makers on switch to EVs puts Mercedes and BMW at the top, and Toyota, VW, Great Wall and Hyundai down the bottom.
It’s good the High Court overturned Victoria’s questionable EV tax. But there’s a sting in the tail
The road user charge was terrible policy, environmentally and economically. But the Court’s decision has flagged the urgent need for a consistent policy.
Fact Check: FUD runs wild after High Court ruling against EV road tax
It didn't take long after the High Court decision for the FUD to spread about EVs. Here is a fact check about pollution, road funding, and the benefits of electric cars.
Victoria EV road tax decision: Are refunds on the way?
VicRoads hints at refunds for the struck down EV road tax, but the government is not committing either way.
NSW says it’s unfair EV owners don’t pay road tax, will review High Court rejection
NSW says its unfair EV owners don't pay road tax. But just because EV owners don't pay a fuel-like tax, it doesn't mean they aren't contributing to roads.
High Court dumps Victoria’s “world’s worst” EV road tax
High Court dumps Victoria EV road tax in major win for electric vehicle advocates.
More changes needed to drive electric truck revolution
Some rule changes for electric trucks on Australian roads are temporary, and more ambitious and permanent reforms are needed to make big changes to the country's biggest vehicles.