Petrol giant pairs with Uber to fuel electric car move
The latest electric vehicle partnership may seem unexpected as Uber and BP team up to offer drivers discount pit stops.
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Winners and losers named in global electric car race
Tesla is pulling away from its major rival in the electric vehicle race, a study has found, but other major automakers are falling behind the pack.
Use it or lose it: 50 cents to catch bus, train, ferry
It will cost just 50 cents to catch public transport in Queensland under a radical six-month trial the government hopes will reduce congestion and woo voters.
New driver takes the wheel at electric car lobby group
The former head of Polestar Australia is set to drive Australia's peak electric vehicle body after its first chief executive stepped down from the role.
Public transport fares slashed to 50 cents per journey
Every public transport journey in Queensland will cost just 50 cents under a six-month trial the Labor government says is aimed at busting congestion.
Auto industry prepares for a charge of electric fleets
Fleet firms and charging networks are preparing for a surge in electric car investments after Australia's fuel-efficiency standard begins.
Record migration blamed for congested roads, transport
The Queensland premier has doubled down on calls to cut migration, saying their transport system and roads are under pressure due to the number of arrivals.
One in three cars fails real-world fuel emission tests
Testing has shown eight popular vehicles, from petrol hatchbacks to diesel SUVs, produce more emissions than lab tests promised, and some break lab limits.
Vehicle or hazard: electric car charge rules under fire
Property developers say installing electric car chargers in apartment buildings is becoming almost impossible due to inconsistent safety rules.
IKEA to piece together electric truck charging network
The Swedish furniture giant will install chargers for electric vans and trucks at all of its local stores in a move designed to inspire low-emission deliveries.
Car rules could help Aussies catch up in electric race
Australian motorists are likely to get more low-emission vehicle options in coming years, groups say, after changes to transport laws won approval.
Fuel efficiency standards secured in Labor-Greens deal
A political deal on offshore gas projects has paved the way for new vehicle standards, with cars and utes sold from 2025 to have stricter conditions attached.
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Top brands in the slow lane with electric car policies
Some of the world's biggest vehicle manufacturers are slowing progress on electric cars, a report has found.
Charge an electric car for $5? Energy trial goes public
Australia's biggest energy retailer will open a popular electric car-charging program to the public but only those with a Tesla can apply.
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Australia’s love of big vehicles comes with big costs
The popularity of large SUVs and utes is driving higher costs, a report reveals the average household's annual spending on transport has risen by 10 per cent.
On your bike, take a hike: paths get $100m budget boost
This year's federal budget will include the biggest cash injection in active transport options in more than a decade.
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Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data
A green group says drivers should be given more information about the vehicles brought to Australia under the upcoming New Vehicle Efficiency Standard.
Training boost to repair electric car mechanic shortage
Changes to a national apprenticeship scheme could have more mechanics learning to fix electric vehicles at a critical time for the industry, experts say.
Hybrid sales charge ahead as electric cars slow down
Aussie drivers have snapped up a record number of new vehicles in 2024 despite challenging economic conditions, with big and hybrid vehicles popular.
EV crash victims could be left to die in battery fires
Emergency responders, mechanics and tow truck drivers need greater training in how to deal with electric vehicle crashes and fires, an inquiry has heard.
Electric and hybrid vehicles racing ahead in the ‘burbs
More electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles are hitting the streets in outer suburbs where drivers are in the box seat to save the most money on petrol.
Why ‘noisy’ electric cars could save Australian lives
New rules will force electric and hybrid vehicles to make sounds at low speeds next year, in a move that could save the lives of Australian pedestrians.
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Electric cars to make bigger impact than electric homes
Laws to reduce vehicle emissions are on track to make a bigger environmental impact than disconnecting gas appliances, according to a study.
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More Aussies to buy an electric car, but price a factor
Almost one in three motorists who intend to buy a car in the next year will shop for an electric model, but high prices are slowing adoption rates.
Sydney drivers cop big fines for ICE-ing electric bays
Blocking electric vehicle charging bays attracts penalties in most parts of Australia but figures show the fines are not being applied consistently.
Uber to let Australian teens ride solo, in some states
Passengers as young as 13 years old will be able to order a ride under a new service being launched by Uber in three states and territories.
Electric utes rolling to Australia, mining sites first
Australian mining companies will have more electric ute options after a local company partnered with Rivian to bring its low-emission vehicles to the country.
Ute-turn: electric, hybrid utes ready for Aussie launch
Electric and hybrid utes are queuing up to launch in Australia following policy changes, and experts say they offer benefits which could attract new fans.
‘Why not walk?’ Google Maps to roll out green features
Tech giant Google will introduce a series of features designed to save fuel or car trips to celebrate Earth Day.
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Hybrid vehicle sales speed up while petrol loses spark
Hybrid cars have more than doubled in popularity in the past year, surpassing electric vehicles and eating into petrol and diesel car sales.
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Tesla and Hyundai reveal plans to replace taxi drivers
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has promised to reveal a self-driving robotaxi in August but transport experts say autonomous technology is not ready for the road.