Industry calls for $3b fund to clean dirty big trucks
A big investment will be needed to put more heavy-duty electric trucks on the road, an industry group says, as well as changes to support cleaner fuel.
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Tesla launches deal to cut electric vehicle speed bumps
Australia's most popular electric vehicle brand has partnered with an insurance firm to reduce another hurdle to investing in low-emission transport.
‘Battery passport’ call to solve electric car recycling
An influx of old electric vehicle batteries will pose a significant challenge but also an opportunity to recover critical minerals, an inquiry has been told.
Porsche to put brakes on 1600 luxury electric vehicles
More than 1600 high-end electric sports cars have been recalled over a safety issue, in the second electric car recall in a week.
Why Aussie garages could power homes around the nation
Plans are advancing to allow electric vehicle batteries to save Australian homes from blackouts and other power emergencies, but a few hurdles remain.
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Second-hand electric car sales speed up, utes slow down
Sales of used electric vehicles are up by more than 200 per cent this year, according to a report, but the ute market is facing an oversupply issue.
‘Game changer’, cash-free charging trial for EV drivers
A major electric car-charging network will test cashless payment technology in what's being hailed as a game changer for EV drivers.
Car sales hit speed bump as buyers step on the brake
Vehicle sales, including popular SUVs and utes, have hit a speed bump in Australia after more than a year of cruising through records.
Old matter, new purpose in quest for net-zero car build
From building steel to sawdust, students are exploring new ways to repurpose old materials in a partnership with electric automaker Polestar.
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Old apartment blocks struggling to support EV take-up
More Australians are buying electric cars but experts warn millions of apartment dwellers may delay making purchases if they can't charge the vehicles at home.
Why your online buys could arrive by electric tuk-tuk
A transport company has revealed plans to add more than 100 electric delivery vehicles to its fleet as part of a $45 million project.
Hundreds of high-end EVs recalled over battery fault
More than 1400 luxury electric vehicles have been recalled in Australia over a fault that the regulator warns could cause serious accidents.
Riders urged to recycle e-bike batteries amid fire risk
Australia's battery recycling scheme has started accepting lithium batteries from e-bikes and e-scooters and is urging riders to research their disposal.
Self-driving cars are safer, just not at dawn or dusk
Autonomous vehicles cause fewer accidents than cars driven by humans, an analysis shows, but they are more likely to crash in some conditions.
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Why Aussie homes could soon be powered by electric cars
More than 1000 electric vehicle owners will be invited to test whether they can power their homes from their cars as part of a $7.7 million trial.
Why Australia is hosting an electric vehicle price war
Thousands of dollars are being cut from the price of some electric cars as brands battle to lead the market and Chinese automakers face global taxes.
Farm waste may help power Australia’s biofuel future
Tax breaks and emission targets will be considered as part of a consultation into Australia's emerging biofuel industry that could power air and road travel.
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Electric cars are not the only fix for green transport
Governments will need to look at more than just electric vehicles to make significant transport emission cuts, modelling from Monash University says.
More electric trucks to hit roads after $30m recharge
Battery-powered heavy trucks, courier vans and refrigerated delivery vehicles will be added to logistic fleets as part of a $30 million government investment.
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Aussies spend big on cars but choose fuel-saving models
Australian drivers bought a record number of new vehicles in May, with many choosing to reduce their fuel costs by choosing hybrid and electric models.
Oh what a feeling! Toyota petrol cars end of the road
Australia's most popular vehicle brand has announced plans to discontinue sales of nine petrol models in favour of hybrid cars due to rising demand.
How green is your transport? Uber to rate your rides
Uber will give users more than a passenger rating in future, revealing plans to estimate the carbon emissions they save by choosing electric and hybrid cars.
Fire truck trial aims to extinguish emissions
An electric and a biofuel fire truck will roll into Queensland after the state's fire service announced plans to trial low-emission vehicles.
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.