Policy

The madness of Big Auto’s push for hydrogen-powered cars

The madness of Big Auto’s push for hydrogen-powered cars

The battle between hydrogen and electric vehicles has been more about preserving entrenched energy monopolies and less about science. The war is now over but some continue to push the hydrogen pipe dream.
“Dangerous distraction:” Plug-in hybrids pollute up to seven times more than advertised

“Dangerous distraction:” Plug-in hybrids pollute up to seven times more than advertised

Real-world testing of plug-in hybrid EVs reveals they pollute up to seven times more than advertised, and are not suitable for clean cities.
“Not a single year to lose:” Auto industry is pushing world well beyond 1.5°C

“Not a single year to lose:” Auto industry is pushing world well beyond 1.5°C

A report shows that unless carmakers make significant changes in three key areas, the global automotive industry will crash through its carbon budget by 75%
Australia’s desperate need for more reliable fast-chargers as EV numbers jump

Australia’s desperate need for more reliable fast-chargers as EV numbers jump

The Australia Electric Vehicle Council has released its 2022 recap showing solid growth in EV (and hybrid) market share.
Toyota accused of trying to keep Australia “stuck in petrol powered dark ages”

Toyota accused of trying to keep Australia “stuck in petrol powered dark ages”

Toyota accused – again – of trying to water down Australia’s vehicle emission standards in latest attempt to slow down transition to EVs.
“Utter bollocks:” Energy analyst debunks Toyota’s “scarce lithium” hybrid myth

“Utter bollocks:” Energy analyst debunks Toyota’s “scarce lithium” hybrid myth

Toyota chief scientist’s claim that hybrid production should be prioritised over electric vehicles has been debunked by Dutch energy analyst.
ACT to fix car registration costs on emissions rather than weight in boost for EVs

ACT to fix car registration costs on emissions rather than weight in boost for EVs

The ACT government hopes to increase it’s lead on EV uptake with strong registration incentives for zero-emission vehicles.
Fleet incentives to add another 1,000 electric vehicles to NSW roads

Fleet incentives to add another 1,000 electric vehicles to NSW roads

NSW says latest funding round will lead to another 1,000 EVs on the state’s roads through fleet owners and car and ride sharing companies.