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“Like gas in the energy sector:” Industry splits over extension of plug-in hybrid tax breaks
Do drivers still need a stepping stone to make the transition to an electric car? It’s a question that is dividing the automotive industry as tax exemption for plug-in hybrids comes to an end.
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Uber may drop discounts to Australian EV drivers, and focus on charging stations instead
Uber may drop its bid discounts for EV drivers in Australia, and focus on charging support instead, as it notes Trump’s wind back of EV support is making the transition more difficult.
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New study shows EV batteries retain up to 99 pct health after 120,000 kms
New study in Australia finds EV batteries retain strong battery health even after 120,000 or four years on the road, dispelling one of the big myths and potential barriers about electric cars.
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Trump puts a halt to $US5 billion EV charging program
Trump administration has moved to suspend a $US5 billion program designed to fund the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the country.
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This robot sucks: Tesla shows off its new robot product for cleaning robotaxi
Tesla has shown off a new robot that will automatically clean its upcoming Cybercab Robotaxi.
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Road tax and fuel excise back on the policy agenda ahead of budget
Electric vehicle owners were not opposed to a wider tax net to fund roads as long as it applied to all vehicle types.
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Tesla admits fleet will need upgrade for FSD future, as it holds out promise of lower cost EV
Elon Musk says that Hardware 3 vehicles will need to be upgraded to fully utilise its FSD software in the future.
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Solar ute: Telo Trucks and Aptera to add PV to world’s most efficient EV pickup
Californian EV makers join forces to introduce integrated solar panel options for what is described as the world’s most efficient EV pickup.
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Another $50 million in low interest loans offered to SMEs to buy EVs and renewables
New $50 million low interest loan scheme announced on EVs and renewables and charging equipment targeted for farmers, freight, small and medium sized businesses.
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EV specialists Tesla and Polestar suffer sharp slump in Australian sales in 2024
A sharp slump in sales from EV specialists Tesla and Polestar in 2024 means that the overall electric car market will barely move from the previous year.
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40 new EV models and lower prices: Can Australia cross the electric chasm in 2025?
2025 could be the year when EV uptake in Australia crosses the chasm from early adopters to the early majority, and really starts to take off. Here’s why.
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Mercedes wants charging credits for new EVs, VW told to focus on low cost electric cars
Mercedes wants big charging credits to encourage EV sales, while economy minister says VW should focus on low cost EVs. “Your name is Volkswagen (people’s car) and not luxury car.”