“Extremely fast-charging” electric vehicle battery one step closer as patent filed
Israeli company StoreDot files patent for extremely fast-charging battery technology taking it one step closer to commercial availability for EV makers.
South Australia offers $3,000 rebate to limited number of new electric cars
Electric car sales to get boost in South Australia under proposed $18 million plan but it's not enough to power a rapid transition to zero emissions cars, say critics.
NSW outlines strategy for 8,000 zero emissions buses by 2030
NSW says billions of dollars in savings in transitioning its 8,000 plus bus fleet to zero emissions, along with investment and job opportunities.
Mercedes announces cheaper Australian EQC variant, as all-electric demand grows
Mercedes announces "more affordable" variant of its EQC 400 4MATIC, after identifying an opportunity to attract more first-time electric SUV customers.
Tesla LFP battery supplier sets up new technology in Shanghai
CATL invests RMB 100 million ($A21 million) to establish a new automotive science and technology company based in Shanghai.
“Amazing:” Musk defends Tesla Full Self-Driving, as experts assess AI Day
Elon Musk says Tesla FSD is amazing by human standards, and MIT expert Lex Fridman spells out his takeaways from AI Day.
Ford doubles production target for F-150 Lightning electric ute
Ford to double production numbers for its electric ute after strong response from consumers.
New Porsche Taycan offers cult colors, better range and faster charging
German luxury carmaker Porsche unveils iconic colours, and better energy and battery management for its all-electric 2022 Porsche Taycan.
NSW to honour promised EV rebates, despite lockdown delays to legislation
NSW government agrees to backdate eligibility for electric vehicle rebates and stamp duty waivers, after Covid lockdown delays legislation.
US investment giant backs rollout of 5,000 EV chargers in Australia
BlackRock makes its largest-yet EV-related investment in Jolt, an electric car charging startup that wants to roll out the biggest and cheapest network in Australia.