Trucking boss to avoid jail despite officers’ deaths
The deaths of four police officers in Victoria were avoidable if not for serious safety breaches at a trucking firm, a court has heard.
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environmental issue
environmental pollution
renewable energy
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Cash to help WA firms charge ahead with EVs
A WA government scheme to help businesses install electric vehicle chargers could allow more employees to power up during work hours and while the sun shines.
Aussies buy a million new cars but electric sales stall
New car sales are speeding up despite challenging economic conditions, with figures revealing Australians are buying more and bigger vehicles.
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Report pokes holes in fuel company plans for net zero
An analysis of net-zero plans released by petrol companies have questioned their green claims, including their reliance on 'dirty' hydrogen and carbon offsets.
Petrol giant powers more than 100 electric car chargers
Electric vehicle chargers are becoming a more common sight at petrol stations as BP passes its 100-charging point milestone.
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Most Aussies intend to buy EVs but worry about charging
Almost one in three motorists intend to swap their petrol car for an electric model in the next five years but many are concerned about too few charging points.
Electric LandCruisers expected to drive change in mines
Two climate companies are teaming up to put thousands more electric vehicles into Australian mines, with forecasts thousands will be in use by 2026.
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Sparks fly over claims Aussies are not ready for EVs
A top Toyota executive says hybrid cars are a better fit for Australian drivers right now but Tesla and the industry are hitting back in a fiery debate.
Major car brand launches EV battery recycling plan
Kia Australia has partnered with a Melbourne company to reuse and recycle its electric car batteries when they start to power down.
Uber drivers offered 10,000 electric cars in EV push
Uber has teamed with BYD in a push to put more electric vehicles into Australia's ride-sharing network and on to roads.
Why the US is overtaking Australia on electric trucks
Tech giant Amazon has revealed a new electric truck milestone as Australia is changing laws to allow more low-emission heavy vehicles on our roads.
Recall for luxury EVs hit by power-loss software glitch
A software bug is behind the recall of three models of electric vehicles from Mercedes-Benz that could leave drivers without power.
‘Real world’ car-testing to probe fuel economy promises
A $14 million national testing program will assess the emissions and fuel consumption of up to 200 popular cars, vans and utes.
Transurban sees highest-ever traffic in first quarter
Transurban says 2.5 million motorists used its roads on average each day in the July to September period, up from 2.4 million in 2022/23.
Leaders and laggards ranked in electric vehicle race
Greenpeace has issued a report card for the world's top 15 traditional car makers and some of Australia's most popular brands scored low marks.
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High Court rules against electric vehicle charges
The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully imposed electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.
High Court rules against state electric vehicle charges
The High Court has ruled the Victorian government unlawfully charged electric, hydrogen and plug-in hybrid vehicle owners a fee for each kilometre they travel.
Australia’s biggest car brand revs up electric concepts
A futuristic electric sports car and SUV will be unveiled by Toyota next week in a move that could signal a change for the brand.
More changes needed to drive electric truck revolution
Recent changes to allow bigger and heavier trucks on Australian roads will see more electric truck trials but experts say permanent reforms are necessary.
High-end electric car recalled due to battery fire risk
More than 200 high-end electric sports cars from Porsche have been recalled due to insufficient sealing around their batteries that could lead to a fire.
IKEA assembles low-emission hydrogen vehicle fleet
Swedish furniture giant IKEA is deploying both hydrogen and electric trucks in its operations in a bid to cut vehicle emissions.
Hopes monthly fee will sell business on electric fleets
Plans to offer charging stations for a monthly fee and without installation costs is hoped to put thousands more electric vehicles on Australian roads.
Tesla fined more than $155,000 for button battery risks
Australia's most popular electric car brand has paid a record penalty for failing to meet button battery standards in some of its products.
Electric chargers could change to leave no one behind
Australians with disabilities are being urged to have their say on electric car chargers and what needs to change to ensure more drivers can use them.
Why electric vehicles get better tech than petrol peers
Australians purchasing electric cars are being rewarded with higher-grade entertainment technology featuring as standard in their vehicles.
Aussies warned to brace for more e-bike battery fires
Damaged and faulty e-scooters and e-bikes are catching fire at an alarming rate in Australia, experts have warned, after a blaze in a Sydney hostel.
SUVs drive Australia to record month for vehicle sales
Australian motorists have set a record for car sales in September, with SUVs making the greatest impact, representing more than half of all new vehicles.
Australia still lags other nations in electric car race
Global electric car sales rose by almost 50 per cent this year and while Australian sales are increasing they are still well below the world average.
Future electric car models will ditch the rear window
More space for passengers but no rear window: this is how electrification will change the size, shape, and character of cars of the future.
Ampol reveals plans to take biodiesel on the road
Heavy trucks could be fuelled by renewable diesel in future after one of Australia's largest energy companies revealed a two-month trial of the fuel.
Hybrid cars may not be the green machines they seem
Claims that hybrid vehicles are as environmentally friendly as electric cars may be confusing Australian buyers, according to a report into 'greenwashing'.