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Electric Vehicles
Hyundai unveils Ioniq 5 all-electric SUV ahead of Q3 launch in Australia
Hyundai unveils all-electric SUV as the first model in its new-look Ioniq family and a “new benchmark” in electric mobility.
Federal MPs to ride in Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai electric cars in Comcar trial
The Comcar fleet has chosen a Tesla Model 3 and a Hyundai Ioniq in a two-year trial to “assess viability”.
Video: Don’t be afraid, it’s just an electric vehicle
New research shows that electric cars reduce emissions, in a coal-dominated grid, and Australia should embrace them.
Tesla hikes price of Powerwall home battery, again, in Australia
Tesla has raised the retail price of the Powerwall 2 for the second time in four months, as demand for the 13.5 kWh home battery system continues to outstrip supply.
EVs smash petrol cars on emissions, even with coal-powered grid
An electrified fleet of passenger vehicles would substantially reduce Australia’s emissions even if the electricity grid was entirely powered by coal, according to new research.
AGL promises urgent rethink as batteries, EVs “take off” and coal profits sink
AGL promises a rethink in strategy as demand for battery storage and EVs “takes off” and as the outlook for coal generation dims.
AEMO names UK-based renewable energy and transition expert as new CEO
AEMO names a UK-based Australian and an expert in renewable and grid transformation as its new chief executive.
Another refinery closure shines spotlight on Angus Taylor’s refusal to embrace EVs
Another refinery closure sharpens focus on Australia’s reliance on oil imports and Angus Taylor’s unwillingness to accelerate EVs.
Tesla sold quarter of all global electric vehicle market in 2020
Tesla sold a quarter of all EVs worldwide in 2020, and will likely hold the upper hand for 2021.
