Policy

“Climate fraud”: German EV support boosting sales of big SUV hybrids

“Climate fraud”: German EV support boosting sales of big SUV hybrids

Germany’s EV boom is partly thanks to generous government incentives, but these are also helping to boost sales of big SUVs.
California approves nearly $US400m to fill gaps in EV charging network

California approves nearly $US400m to fill gaps in EV charging network

California approves $US384 million spend to fill gaps in California’s electric vehicle charging network as the state prepares to phase out the sale of new petrol and diesel passenger cars.
Global net zero target for 2050 needs 50 million EVs on roads in next 10 years

Global net zero target for 2050 needs 50 million EVs on roads in next 10 years

IEA says 50 million electric vehicles will need to be on roads by 2030 to meet net zero emissions target for 2050, but driving petrol cars more slowly will also help.
Queensland networks spotlight V2G potential in EV tactical plan

Queensland networks spotlight V2G potential in EV tactical plan

Energy Queensland tables 10-point tactical plan to support and optimise the increased uptake of electric vehicles on its networks, including vehicle-to-grid capabilities.
Electric vehicle sales in Europe expected to triple, but UK faces supply issues

Electric vehicle sales in Europe expected to triple, but UK faces supply issues

Electric vehicles tipped to triple in Europe in 2021, but the UK risks supply issues unless it shapes better laws.

Volkswagen says EVs will make up 90% of its Norway new car sales by next year

German automaker forecasts 90% of its Norway car sales will be electric vehicles in 2021, thanks to the Nordic nation’s stable and ongoing policy support.
City of Newcastle has embraced renewables, now it’s time to look at EVs and charging

City of Newcastle has embraced renewables, now it’s time to look at EVs and charging

Having effectively dealt with emissions from electricity sources, transport emissions are the next biggest challenge for the City of Newcastle.
Ardern says New Zealand will buy only zero emission buses from 2025

Ardern says New Zealand will buy only zero emission buses from 2025

NZ Labour to eliminate fossil fuel buses by 2035, and will also introduce fuel efficiency standards that will save the average driver more than $NZ6000 in fuel costs.