Megawatt charging stations able to re-power electric trucks within regulatory rest breaks

New megawatt charging posts will make it possible to charge electric trucks for 4.5 hours of operation within the regulatory rest period, and with no additional waiting time.

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Toyota now has more charging bays in its Australian dealerships than EVs on the road

Toyota is rolling out EV charging stations across its dealership network in Australia. It will mean that - for the moment - it will have more charging bays than actual EVs on the road.

Evie Networks charging a Tesla Model Y. Source: Evie Networks

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Batteries

EV inquiry hears call for “battery passports” and recycling challenges

Australia's battery recycling industry is in "crisis" and unprepared for an influx of electric vehicles once they reach the end of their lives, a federal inquiry has been told.

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Chinese competitor to Tesla Semi plans US assembly facility for electric trucks

Chinese electric truck startup Windrose is reportedly planning to set up an assembly plant in the US for its electric semi-trucks, billed as a direct competitor to the Tesla Semi.

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Forget EVs, the Coalition has a plan for nuclear-fuelled hydrogen cars

The Coalition used to say EVs will ruin the weekend and won't tow your boat. Now one of their Senators is very excited about nuclear-fuelled hydrogen cars.

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EV News

Cupra rolls out its first electric SUV in Australia, the Tavascan

Cupra has announced plans to launch its second electric car into Australia, ahead of other key auto markets.

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Top News

The Driven is changing our comments section

From July 26, we'll be changing how users comment on our article pages.

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EV News

Elon Musk promises “more affordable” EV as rival discounts take toll on Tesla profits

Elon Musk concedes discounts by rival EV makers is taking toll on profits, and promises a "more affordable" EV in early 2025 - but its main focus is on autonomy, and most growth will come from energy storage.