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Germany to tighten EV subsidy rules to stop lucrative resale rorts

Germany to tighten EV subsidy rules to stop lucrative resale rorts

Germany to tighten rules on EV exports to stop practice of buyers pocketing generous subsides and then selling the cars in another country.
RAA to roll out 140 new EV charging locations in South Australia in $12.4m plan

RAA to roll out 140 new EV charging locations in South Australia in $12.4m plan

South Australian motorist’s association RAA to oversee rollout of $12.4 million EV charging network statewide.
“We’re not behind:” Tim Wilson’s optimism on Australian EV uptake defies the evidence

“We’re not behind:” Tim Wilson’s optimism on Australian EV uptake defies the evidence

Tim Wilson suggests Australia is keeping pace with the rest of the world on EV uptake, but the data suggests he’s wrong.
Europe to crack down on inaccurate plug-in hybrid emissions testing

Europe to crack down on inaccurate plug-in hybrid emissions testing

European Union plans to modify emissions testing for plug in hybrids after current methods slammed for showing one quarter of actual emissions.
“Drumbeat of jobs:” Biden hails Tritium plans to build US manufacturing plant

“Drumbeat of jobs:” Biden hails Tritium plans to build US manufacturing plant

Tritium CEO stands alongside Joe Biden to celebrate new manufacturing plant in US. But why isn’t it happening in Australia?
Electric cars drive rebound in UK auto sales, but EVs still face hurdles

Electric cars drive rebound in UK auto sales, but EVs still face hurdles

UK automotive industry gets boost from electric vehicle sales, with full battery electrics accounting for more than 12 per cent of new car sales.
Why Australia could become an electric vehicle manufacturing powerhouse

Why Australia could become an electric vehicle manufacturing powerhouse

Australia has the competitive advantage necessary to become a leading global EV maker, but it will need a supportive federal government.
Austroads proposes new symbols for electric and hydrogen cars

Austroads proposes new symbols for electric and hydrogen cars

Austroads has proposed series of symbols and signage for use at charging infrastructure, on road signs and for road markings.