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EV News

Driving electric between Sydney and Melbourne is 37 pct cheaper than petrol, data shows

New data shows electric road trips between Sydney and Melbourne can be 37% cheaper than the average petrol powered trip. But still no data on network uptime rates.

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Hydrogen for long-distance trucking makes no sense, says expert

Expensive green hydrogen shouldn't be spent on land-based transport, says Cambridge expert David Cebon.

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Scientists hail new battery with 4 times energy density of lithium-ion

New battery developed by researchers in US could provide "thousand mile" range for EVs and open up new possibilities for long-haul transport and electric planes.

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BYD doubles EV sales in March as it chases down Tesla to be world’s biggest

BYD reveals it has nearly doubled sales of EVs in March, as it chases down Tesla, which also released record breaking sales, to be world's biggest.

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Reversible “plug and play” electrification kit released for iconic Porsche 911

Electric vehicle conversions for classic cars keep originality, yet give them a new life fit for the 21st century.

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China delays new pollution standard to appease overstocked car dealers

After originally planning to implement new vehicle pollution standards in July, the Chinese government appears to have capitulated to the demands of auto dealers who are swamped with non-compliant vehicles.

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Environmental and consumer groups demand Toyota go all electric, stop lobbying

54 advocacy groups from 26 countries have signed an open letter to Toyota's incoming CEO calling for the phase out of fossil fuel powered cars, and an end to obstructive lobbying.

Kona Electric at Yennyenning lakes. Courtesy: Sam Blight

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Are there any high ground clearance passenger vehicle EVs yet?

Can EVs go off road? Good ground clearance is an important factor. We take a look at which EV models provide the best clearance.

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Tesla may partner with CATL to build new LFP battery factory in US

Tesla could be partnering with CATL to manufacture cheaper batteries in the US, making EVs more affordable for Americans.

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Ford to bring its electric Mustang Mach-E to Australia in 2023

Ford will be bringing the electrified version of its iconic Mustang to Australia this year. It was the third best selling electric vehicle in the US last year.