New Zealand mandates electric vehicles only for all government departments
New Zealand policy to reach carbon-neutral government by 2025 includes mandate that all government agencies must now only purchase electric or hybrid vehicles.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
European Union drafts ambition for 30 million electric cars by 2030
EU plans target for 30 million electric cars on roads by 2030, and zero emissions ships and planes by 2035, as part of a broad strategy to cut emissions.
Queensland to trial five fuel cell cars powered by local green hydrogen
Queensland Labor government to trial five FCEVs powered by "home-grown" hydrogen to underpin development of local hydrogen industry.
EV sales fall in November as Australian drivers choke roads with new diesel SUVs
Australia car sales are up for the first time in 31 months, but it's not a time for celebration.
2020 was the starter pistol on EVs – now the world looks to Norway for inspiration
Norway's EV industry groups are baffled by Australia's efforts to slow down its already lagging electric car industry.
Western Australia to build Australia’s longest electric vehicle charging route
WA to build the country's longest EV charging network, and sets 25% government fleet target, but the lack of ambition disappoints environmental groups.
Victoria petrol and diesel cars to get ICE-y reception in EV parking spots
Combustion engine and non-pluggable hybrid vehicles could be fined if found parking in electric car parking spots.
NSW and ACT ministers play it cool on electric car tax
Senior ministers in NSW and the ACT extinguish ideas of following other states in adding an EV tax, a move that is at odds with other jurisdictions around the world.
Plugged In: EV tax shock, EV vision, new fast charger, self-driving shuttle
Weekly wrap-up of Australian EV news, including tax backlash, the EV Vision conference, new fast chargers, and a self-driving shuttle trial.
Flannery: “Profound” tax reform needed to encourage EVs in Australia
Australia's tax system urgently needs reform to encourage electric vehicle uptake to help address rising emissions, says Tim Flannery.