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Roads to Rome: Italy to ban petrol and diesel car sales from 2035

Roads to Rome: Italy to ban petrol and diesel car sales from 2035

Italy to ban sale of all new passenger vehicles with internal combustion engines starting in 2035, and all vans and LCT vehicles in 2040.
Nio and Xpeng join carbon pool to help VW meet EU emissions target

Nio and Xpeng join carbon pool to help VW meet EU emissions target

Three Chinese carmakers join pool created by VW to help it meet strict EU emissions targets.
ACT says it needs up to 1,000 new public chargers to meet EV demand

ACT says it needs up to 1,000 new public chargers to meet EV demand

ACT will need up to 1,000 public chargers by 2030 to support the switch to electric vehicles, and wants another 50 installed in 2022.
Canberra to support bus mechanics in transition to electric

Canberra to support bus mechanics in transition to electric

Six diesel bus mechanics will undertake training on new electric models in a tailored program unveiled by ACT government.
Roll up your sleeves! 2022 will be a massive year for EV advocacy

Roll up your sleeves! 2022 will be a massive year for EV advocacy

Australia finds itself in a baffling position, caught between the demise of an old auto industry and the green shoots of the new.
South Australia opens EV subsidy, and offers additional smart charging rebate

South Australia opens EV subsidy, and offers additional smart charging rebate

South Australia $3,000 electric vehicle rebate opens as government announces new subsidy for smart home EV charging systems.
Most Australian households are ready to buy an EV – and an emissions ceiling would help

Most Australian households are ready to buy an EV – and an emissions ceiling would help

Many people believe Australia’s shift to electric vehicles is stuck in the slow lane, but while federal policies are lacklustre, most Australians are ready for the shift.
ACT opens up zero interest loans to buyers of new and used electric vehicles

ACT opens up zero interest loans to buyers of new and used electric vehicles

ACT opens its interest-free loans to buyers of new and used electric vehicles, adding to its stamp duty waiver and free registration.