Policy
Queensland targets 3,000 EVs for government fleet, with 500 already plugged in
Queensland Labor says it will have 3,000 EVs in its car fleet by 2026 and install another 2,500 chargers at government buildings over coming three years.
Which automakers support proposed emissions standards? More than meet the eye
At first glance, automakers are all over the map in their responses to the US EPA’s proposal. But a closer looks shows only one opposes it entirely.
Leasing and salary packages driving sharp uptake in Australian EV sales
Leasing companies say changes to tax rules have driven huge interest in EVs, with the increase in sales pushing the local market into a tipping point towards electric.
Australian hospital group and golf club ban EV charging because of fire risks
Updated: Major hospital group bans EV charging in its car parks due to fire risks, and a golf club to dismantle its EV chargers down after a club house fire blamed on golf buggy batteries.
Australian fossil car drivers ditch road trips, consider electric, as fuel costs soar
Most Australian motorists are driving less, ditching road trips and considering switching to an electric car to avoid rising fuel costs, according to new research.
Norway begins long farewell to fossil cars, and Australia still has a lot to learn
Norway’s ban on fossil cars will take effect in a little more than a year. How long will it take to reach a 100% battery electric vehicle fleet? And what can Australia learn from Norway’s journey.
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