Policy
Gaping hole in pollution policy: Non-road diesel engines face noxious emissions standard
Non-road diesel engines burn through as much as diesel as Australia’s 5 million on-road diesel vehicles. But they are completely unregulated, and deadly.
Should mechanics need to hold an electrician licence to repair EVs?
Possible changes to Queensland’s electrical safety laws could mean mechanics need a full electrician licence to work on EVs. The Electric Vehicle Council says this isn’t necessary.
Ford secures huge government loan to build battery factories, chase down Tesla
Ford has received a $9.2 billion loan from the US government to help it build three battery factories in the US.
Astypalea: Aegean island goes fully electric with cars, ride share and green energy
Aegean island goes green with electric cars and ride-share mini-buses, and now a transition to renewables and storage.
Australian rideshare is about to get cleaner as government funds 500 subscription EVs
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation has announced $20 million in funding for 500 subscription EVs destined to be used in rideshare transport services like Uber.
Why tough fuel efficiency standards will cut costs for car owners in Australia
Australia should match the EU and US on fuel efficiency standards, because the additional cost of an EV can be paid back within just one year in fuel and maintenance savings.
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