Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

VW’s Cupra brand coming to Australia despite “hostile” environment for EVs

VW announces premium brand Cupra will expand to the Australian market this year. But given Australia's hostile attitude to EVs, will this include the all-electric Born or Tavascan?

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EV News

Volkswagen leads Tesla in consumption of cobalt in EV industry

New data on EV battery materials usage by carmakers reveals Tesla reduced use of cobalt, and VW consumed the most.

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Volkswagen’s EV power play: Build six battery factories and slash cell costs by half

Volkswagen will build six battery factories and increase charging network five-fold, group CEO Herbert Diess said at the company's Power Day on Monday.

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Electric Cars

VW CEO touts upcoming “Power Day” in Tesla-like battery play

Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess tries to build himself a social media presence akin to Elon Musk, and is promising a Tesla-like battery announcement day.

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EV News

Why people buy Tesla electric cars (hint: it’s not Elon Musk)

Tesla is the market leader in electric cars, but what is it that makes people want to buy its products? And can other carmakers achieve the same success?