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.
Climate change risks billions in roads, hospitals bills
A state has been warned climate change-linked weather hazards endanger almost a fifth of the value of major infrastructure assets.
Rail project axing pulls ‘economic rug’ from regions
The Nationals have urged the federal government not to scrap billions of dollars of funding for the inland rail project ahead of the federal budget.
Grandfather of Inland Rail won’t let project die
The so‑called grandfather of Inland Rail says the half‑built 'train to nowhere' can still be saved, pitching a private plan to finish the route.
Full steam ahead: billions more locked in for rail line
The federal taxpayer's stake in Victoria's massive Suburban Rail Loop public transport project has ballooned to $6 billion, as regional rail gets the axe.
Super shake-up wins support as budget savings spruiked
Changes to the superannuation performance test will unlock more investment opportunities, the sector says, but concerns are raised over the scheme's integrity.
End of the free ride: studies call for road user charge
Two transport groups say fuel excise is no longer running smoothly and the government needs to charge motorists based on how far they drive.
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.
‘Train to nowhere’: fury at Inland Rail cutback
A major rail corridor spanning much of Australia's east will be left half finished due to budget blowouts as furious farmers brand it a major missed chance.
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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.
Rail service slashes weekday trains during union fight
Commuters in an Australian capital are set to be hit by reduced weekday train services due to industrial action on the state network.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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High-performance EVs and hatchbacks ready to steal show
After smashing sales records in Australia, electric vehicles are expected to be in high demand at the largest motor show in the southern hemisphere.
There’s a problem with making public transport free
Cutting public transport fares is great for people who already catch it but doesn't do much to help those for whom it is too inaccessible or infrequent.
Almost 5000 electric vehicles recalled due to fire risk
A major car brand will recall thousands of its most popular electric vehicles after discovering a fault that could lead to a fire while charging.
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Big-selling Aussie ute recalled due to steering risk
Australian motorists are being urged to have their popular ute inspected and repaired after the discovery of a potentially deadly issue.
Bonza Airlines came a cropper due to ‘maverick’ backer
There is room for more competition in Australian aviation despite the failure of two regional carriers, according to the former boss of Bonza Airlines.
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Electric vehicle fee could throttle record adoption
A road user charge for electric vehicle drivers could stall record-breaking sales, a study has found, with households in outer suburbs the hardest hit.
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More records loom as fuel crunch turbocharges EV sales
A record number of Australian motorists are buying electric vehicles in a trend automotive experts say could stick around even if fuel prices fall.
Bargain-hungry public warned of long tail to fuel shock
Motorists are getting access to better, real-time information about changing fuel prices as one state launches a crackdown on service stations.
Shares dip, oil soars after Trump ramps up Iran threats
Australia's share market has dipped ahead of the long weekend after hopes of a timely end to the Iran conflict crumbled under US threats to escalate attacks.
Discount loans to rev up Aussie electric vehicle market
A $100 million scheme designed to cut the cost of buying an electric vehicle will launch during a period of record demand.
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Electric car race speeds up as fuel crisis drags on
The global fuel crisis could be a turning point for electric vehicle sales in Australia, with one subscription service reporting record adoption.
‘Dog’s breakfast’: commuter fears over free transport
Regional residents are concerned temporary free public transport to offset fuel prices in one state will make finding a seat harder than ever.
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Fill ‘er up: electric trucks plug into charging network
Three electric truck charging hubs will be built in one Australian capital city in the first stage of a project designed to power up the transport transition.
Tree-changers seeking smaller communities for new lives
City-dwellers are increasingly moving to smaller communities rather than regional cities to escape housing and transport costs, a report has found.