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Why Australia’s EV market is surging, with more affordable models on the way

Why Australia’s EV market is surging, with more affordable models on the way

After bumper first two months of 2023, EVs are all the rage and this year is about to get a whole lot better with affordable cars only around the corner.
EU delays vote on combustion car ban after Germany insists on e-fuels exemption

EU delays vote on combustion car ban after Germany insists on e-fuels exemption

EU delays vote on proposed combustion car ban after Germany insists on exemption for e-fuels that even emissions cheat VW admits are not efficient.
Electric vehicles grab record 6.8 pct share of Australia market as Tesla rules again

Electric vehicles grab record 6.8 pct share of Australia market as Tesla rules again

EV demand soars in February as fully electric vehicles make up up 6.8% of the overall new car market.
Controversial electric vehicle tax has taken 243 EVs off the roads

Controversial electric vehicle tax has taken 243 EVs off the roads

Reports emerge that Victoria’s “world first” and already wildly unpopular EV tax has resulted in more than 240 EV registrations being cancelled.
New study reveals catastrophic health impacts of petrol and diesel cars

New study reveals catastrophic health impacts of petrol and diesel cars

Vehicle Pollution Forum highlights the devastating health impacts of traffic pollution in Australia, with the death toll standing at more than 11,000 a year.
Back to where it all started: Tesla to move engineering HQ back to California

Back to where it all started: Tesla to move engineering HQ back to California

The second most desirable employer for engineering students in the US will move its engineering HQ back to Silicon Valley.
US clean technology vortex pulls Tesla battery production away from Europe

US clean technology vortex pulls Tesla battery production away from Europe

Tesla relocating its battery production to the US is a great loss for Europe but is a clear sign that the Inflation Reduction Act is working. How will Europe respond?
City of Sydney votes to boost EV uptake and chargers, but no fossil fuel ban

City of Sydney votes to boost EV uptake and chargers, but no fossil fuel ban

City of Sydney votes unanimously to support plan to boost EV uptake and charging infrastructure.