Nissan Leaf gets award for cheapest electric car to own
The 2018 40kWh Nissan Leaf takes home award for cheapest EV to own over 5 years, and is now slated to arrive in Australia in July 2019.
Consumers don’t know jack about electric cars
Most consumers can’t name a model of electric car, much less explain how they work.
Eviation plans to request approval for regional electric flight in Australia
Electric aircraft maker Eviation plans to seek approval to fly in Australia, after first taking flight in the US.
Tesla drops mid-range Model 3 price, again
Elon Musk announces another price drop for the mid-range Model 3 coming another step closer to a $US35,000 version, but admits that getting there is a "hard grind".
Car companies aren’t even trying to sell electric cars
Experts and advocates have consistently found dealers and manufacturers putting as little effort as possible into selling electric cars.
Tesla and China’s BYD fight for lead in global EV sales
Californian EV maker Tesla and China's BYD both sold nearly 250,000 electric vehicles in 2018, with BYD just pipping Tesla as the biggest seller in 2018.
Australia-made Fonzarelli unveils new “performance” electric motorbike
Sydney's very own electric moped company Fonzarelli has launched its new X1 performance model - and it's literally driving out the door.
Australia Post orders another 1,000 electric delivery vehicles
Australia Post set to boast nation's largest EV fleet, after placing an order for 1,000 more three-wheeled electric delivery vehicles.
Tesla snaps up US ultracapacitor maker, in bid to cut EV costs
Tesla deal to acquire Maxwell Technologies described as a low-risk bet on lowering battery costs and boosting EV battery performance.
Tritium names new Americas boss to spearhead US expansion
Brisbane-based EV fast charger developer gears up US expansion with appointment of local clean tech veteran Jeff Wolfe as company president for the Americas region.