The Driven

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New study finds “vast majority” of EV batteries will outlast the vehicle

In contrast to the FUD, a new study reveals less EV battery degradation than thought, with the “vast majority of batteries” likely able to outlast the usable life of the electric vehicle.

1 min

Tesla celebrates 100th supercharger site in Australia with green and gold colour scheme

Tesla celebrates its 100th Australian supercharger site with a green and gold supercharger stall.

2 min

First electric concrete mixer truck begins trials in Australia

The first electric concrete truck mixer in Australia is undergoing trials in Melbourne, and will deliver significantly lower operating costs than diesel options, and a lot less noise and emissions.

2 min

CATL unveils “cutting edge” electric bus battery with one million kilometre warranty

Chinese battery giant unveils electric bus battery that boasts an industry-leading energy density of 175Wh/kg and lifespan of up to 15 years.

1 min

Electric Cars

More than 1,400 electric Mini Coopers recalled over major fire risk

More than 1400 electric vehicles have been recalled in Australia due to a serious issue with their batteries that could cause fires.

1 min

Press Releases

Infineon targets the complete EV charging ecosystem from AC to high-power DC

The increasing demand for EV infrastructure has created a highly competitive market for EV charging systems.

3 min

EV News

Skoda announces Australian pricing of its European built electric SUV

Skoda announces pricing and opens orders for its first fully electric model heading to Australia, the Enyaq, which has sold 200,000 units in Europe.

2 min

Electric Candela hydrofoil boat sets world record by crossing Baltic Sea

“We actually had range anxiety, but not for the Candela.” Electric hydrofoil boat crosses the Baltic Sea, accompanied by a conventional chase boat that had to be refuelled.

1 min

EV News

There are now more electric cars than petrol vehicles on Norway’s roads

September is expected to mark a significant milestone in Norway, with the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads set to exceed that of petrol vehicles.

Tim Wilson, Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Toyota Australia president Matthew Callachor and Minister for Energy Angus Taylor pose for a photo with a hydrogen-fuelled car in Melbourne. (AAP Image/Pool, William West)

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Hydrogen car is dead and buried, just three years after Morrison hailed it a “game changer”

Former Coalition government made a big deal about hydrogen cars while claiming the EV would ruin the weekend. But no one is about to take a fuel cell car on a camping trip.