Policy

NSW targets more than 500 kerbside EV chargers in new funding round

NSW targets more than 500 kerbside EV chargers in new funding round

NSW government focuses on kerbside charging to make EVs more accessible to those without off-street parking.
Bowen still trickle charging at Parliament as he weighs up fuel emissions standards

Bowen still trickle charging at Parliament as he weighs up fuel emissions standards

Chris Bowen and other EV-driving federal MPs still trickle charging at Parliament House as he weighs up case for strong fuel emissions standards to accelerate switch to electric.
What does “well behaved” EV charging look like?

What does “well behaved” EV charging look like?

There’s nothing to fear from the electrification of Australia’s fleet. And we could also save $50 billion a year on petrol and diesel.
ACT reaches electric vehicle milestone and launches EV cost comparison tool

ACT reaches electric vehicle milestone and launches EV cost comparison tool

ACT launches an online price comparison tool for EVs as it reaches a major milestone in electric car sales.
New research shows car owners can save $10,000 with strong fuel efficiency standards

New research shows car owners can save $10,000 with strong fuel efficiency standards

Study commissioned by Climate Council and Electric Vehicle Council shows Australians could share in up to $13.6 billion in savings from strong vehicle efficiency standards.
Too big, too heavy and too slow to change: road transport is way off track for net zero

Too big, too heavy and too slow to change: road transport is way off track for net zero

Sales of large, heavy vehicles such as SUVs and utes are growing in Australia. This is a big problem.
Fuel efficiency standards explained: How they work and what they do

Fuel efficiency standards explained: How they work and what they do

Despite a lot of recent talk Australia still doesn’t have a vehicle emission standard. It’s costing us our health and making EVs more expensive. So what exactly is a vehicle emissions standard and why is it important?
How Germany and France are making EVs affordable for people on lower incomes

How Germany and France are making EVs affordable for people on lower incomes

Up until now EV uptake has been inequitable with few able to pay high purchase prices. Good public policy and incentive schemes can level the playing field.