Policy

Turnbull: Morrison’s EV lies “really hurt” the industry, and Tesla should have called him out

Turnbull: Morrison’s EV lies “really hurt” the industry, and Tesla should have called him out

Turnbull says Scott Morrison’s EV lies – including “ruining the weekend” – damaged the industry and companies like Tesla should have called out his BS.
Opinion: Australia needs charging infrastructure not EV subsidies

Opinion: Australia needs charging infrastructure not EV subsidies

The Electric Vehicle transition needs a long term plan, not a sugar hit, and that means a focus on charging infrastructure, not EV rebates.
Hooked on foreign oil: Morrison does nothing for EVs in budget, but cuts petrol tax

Hooked on foreign oil: Morrison does nothing for EVs in budget, but cuts petrol tax

Morrison government does nothing for EVs in latest budget, but will spend around $2 billion on a temporary halving of the fuel excise.
Australia’s car industry reveals slow progress on emissions reductions

Australia’s car industry reveals slow progress on emissions reductions

Cars sold in Australia are marginally cleaner than they were last year, but are considerably dirtier than those sold in the EU and other markets.
US lifts penalties for car makers that fail to meet fuel efficiency standards, in big win for Tesla

US lifts penalties for car makers that fail to meet fuel efficiency standards, in big win for Tesla

US doubles down on penalising carmakers who fail to meet fuel efficiency requirements, in huge win for Tesla that could end up costing ICE automakers dearly.
“Myopic and dogmatic:” Morrison blamed for lack of electric vehicles

“Myopic and dogmatic:” Morrison blamed for lack of electric vehicles

Peak body for EVs in Australia says Morrison government’s “myopia” and “dogma” is causing EV makers to send offerings to other markets.
“Luddite:” Minister barred from prime chance to ride in electric truck to parliament

“Luddite:” Minister barred from prime chance to ride in electric truck to parliament

EV manufacturing group says Coalition assistant transport minister has been barred by PM’s office from prime chance to showcase electric mobility.
The Driven Podcast: Why Tesla Model 3s don’t need a rebate

The Driven Podcast: Why Tesla Model 3s don’t need a rebate

Queensland transport minister Mark Bailey explains why Tesla not included in state rebate scheme for EVs.