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No new initiatives in federal government’s EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

No new initiatives in federal government’s EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

A leaked discussion paper from the federal government on its electric vehicle strategy – which it dubs its “future fuels” strategy – contains no new initiatives to encourage the uptake of EVs, but points to the need for more charging infrastructure and basic information for consumers. The discussion paper has been obtained by The Driven […]
“Real shame:” Nothing new in Coalition EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

“Real shame:” Nothing new in Coalition EV strategy, but Comcar to trial electrics

Government discussion paper on “future fuels” contains no new initiatives for EV uptake, although Comcar will finally trial electric vehicles.
Jolt to build free electric car charging network, covered by ads, in Adelaide trial

Jolt to build free electric car charging network, covered by ads, in Adelaide trial

Jolt Charge announces ARENA-backed free roadside EV charging network to trial covering costs with advertising revenue.
“Battery dead:” Australia sees 26% EV sales by 2030, but cross-bench urges more

“Battery dead:” Australia sees 26% EV sales by 2030, but cross-bench urges more

Independent senator Rex Patrick calls on Morrison government to deliver a promised national strategy for EVs.
Victoria urged to drop registration fees for EVs, set end date for ICE sales

Victoria urged to drop registration fees for EVs, set end date for ICE sales

Victoria’s peak infrastructure advisory body recommends dropping registration fees for EVs, going all-electric in government and bus fleets, and setting end date for ICE vehicles.
Leaked reports show governments were warned EV taxes would hurt uptake

Leaked reports show governments were warned EV taxes would hurt uptake

Leaked reports show that governments were warned the introduction of new taxes targeted at electric vehicle users would significantly discourage the uptake of EVs.
New Zealand mandates electric vehicles only for all government departments

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.
European Union drafts ambition for 30 million electric cars by 2030

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.