Petrol price hikes fuel record electric vehicle sales
The soaring price of petrol is sending more Australian drivers to electric cars and the trend could change the worldwide automotive market.
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Aussie tech to tell heavy electric trucks where to go
How far and how fast can a battery-powered prime mover go? One Australian start-up is doing the sums so freight businesses don't have to.
Fuel excise extension weighed as states look to supply
The prime minister has left the door open to more tax relief at the bowser as state governments attempt to shore up their own fuel supplies.
Extension on fuel excise relief kept in play by PM
Fuel excise relief appreciated by Australian motorists may not end in July, as the government promotes other tax cuts due to begin at the same time.
Swing to government with by-election neck and neck
Early results in a state by-election indicate a swing towards the ruling LNP government in a race that will go down to the wire.
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Green groups warn climate courage missing from budget
Budget announcements for green industry and nature protection fall short as climate costs mount and opportunities to extract more fossil fuel income go missed.
Big state fuel buffer to protect against foreign shocks
South Australia could stockpile up to 20 million litres of diesel, touting a bigger fuel buffer than larger jurisdictions, as states rush to lock in supplies.
National fuel reserve ‘future-proofed’ in $10b plan
Australia has taken steps to shore up security of fuel and fertiliser under a multibillion-dollar package as supply chains remain disrupted by the Iran war.
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Oil crisis not over: warnings of diesel over $4 a litre
With the Strait of Hormuz still shut and stockpiles running down, economists warn fuel prices could spike above levels previously seen during this oil crisis.
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Electric car sales surge ahead amid fuel uncertainty
Australian drivers have broken the record for electric car sales again, as petrol and diesel-powered vehicle sales stall.
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Third RBA rate hike might not be the end for borrowers
Mortgage holders are back to square one after a third straight Reserve Bank rate hike, adding hundreds of dollars more to interest repayments since February.
Signs point to bumpy road for motorists in fuel crisis
Higher fuel prices could be just weeks away as conflict in the Middle East drags on, with the nation's leaders committing to further crisis talks.
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‘Like charging a phone’: $1.5m boost for EV network
More than 400 apartment buildings could get access to electric vehicle chargers as part of a push to remove a speed bump to their adoption.
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Worse to come as oil crisis adds fuel to rate-pain fire
A rate hike in May is forecast by analysts after the Iran oil shock pushed the annual headline inflation level to the highest point in almost three years.
Coalition fuel fix misfires over start-up funding doubt
Confusion reigns over who would pay for a coalition plan to add one billion litres to Australia's emergency fuel stocks - and if the supply figures add up.
Rego rebate to ease pain at the pump for motorists
Motorists in one state will receive a one-off rebate on car registration to ease cost-of-living pressure as fuel prices soar across the country.
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Extra diesel shipments prioritised for regional areas
Two additional cargo ships of diesel will come into Australia, bringing in 100 million litres of supply after deals struck with two major fuel companies.
Caveat empty: car buyers beware fuel and range promises
Road tests show most vehicles are using more petrol, diesel or electricity than advertised, with one hybrid SUV using almost 30 per cent more fuel.
Australia has more fuel in tank than before Iran war
As the repercussions of the US-led war on Iran continue and a crucial oil corridor remains effectively closed, Australia has topped up its fuel supply.
Search to shore up fuel security strikes ‘liquid gold’
A renewable diesel project has been unveiled as a state government shores up fuel security after butting heads with the commonwealth over a proposed oil field.
Leaders to reconvene for fuel talks after refinery fire
State and territory leaders will meet again with the prime minister to discuss the fuel crisis, as new orders for companies using truckies come into effect.
Cracks show in One Nation vote as Hanson taunts rivals
The number of voters backing Pauline Hanson's political movement appears to have plateaued, but the firebrand senator says her rivals are copying her policies.
Truckies win fuel boost to fight dire price threat
Transport workers could soon be getting more money to cover the costs of rising fuel prices from the Iran war after a decision from the workplace watchdog.
Drivers’ fuel spend finally drops as oil channel shuts
Australian motorists are caught between the US and Iran as the Islamic republic backflips on a promise to reopen a critical shipping route.
Reopening of strait “very fragile”, PM says
Dozens of oil tankers are on their way to Australia through the Strait of Hormuz as an international mission gets under way to ensure the waterway remains open.
Aussie hits four-year high as banks, miners drag shares
The Australian dollar is trading at multi-year highs as signs of de-escalation support the global growth outlook, but the optimism has not extended to shares.
PM cuts short Asian fuel mission after refinery fire
Anthony Albanese will return to Australia early from overseas following a major blaze at one of the nation's two remaining fuel refineries.
Pressure over fuel, fertiliser as refinery burns
Fertiliser, fuel and a refinery fire at home are causing concern amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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Aussies want electric cars to save cash, not the planet
Australians are considering electric cars as fuel prices rise, with potential buyers fuelled by the possibility of saving money rather than the environment.
Farmers warned over fuel theft after 1000 litres stolen
A man is accused of stealing 1000 litres from a property amid diesel thefts spanning two states, prompting a warning to farmers from police.
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Brunei pledges to strengthen fuel supply to Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has wrapped up his visit to Brunei by sealing a deal with the country's sultan for fuel to flow to Australia.