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Germany mulling €2 billion incentives for electric vehicles
The potential boost for electric vehicles would also include adding more EV charging stations and supporting the acquisition of more electric vehicles for federal offices.
Jake Richardson

Jan 18, 2016

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So electric vehicles are better – now what?
We know that electric vehicles produce about 50% fewer emissions over their lifetime than gasoline cars. But how do we encourage their deployment?
Rachael Nealer

Dec 1, 2015

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Are EVs cheaper to buy and run than petrol cars, yet?
Are EVs finally cheaper to buy than the traditional petrol car? Analysis shows they are, particularly with solar.
Bede Doherty

Sep 24, 2014

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Could plug-in hybrid EVs make a difference?
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles like the Holden Volt could cut transport emissions and help smooth electricity demand. But is Australia ready for them?
Bede Doherty

Sep 9, 2014

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UNSW

UNSW students smash electric car world speed record
Students from UNSW’s Sunswift team break the electric car world record for speed over a distance of 500km/h.
Sam Parkinson

Jul 24, 2014

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Why it makes sense to pair solar with electric vehicles
Electric Vehicles running on sunshine are an increasingly attractive option in a low carbon economy.
Tam Hunt

Jul 16, 2014

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UNSW

UNSW students take on electric car range world record
A team comprising of 60 students will challenge a world record this month to prove their electric car is fit for the driving public.
Sam Parkinson

Jul 9, 2014

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Elon Musk

Tesla’s Musk opens technology doors to promote EVs
Elon Musk caused a stir last week when he pledged that Tesla inventions on electric cars and batteries would be free for anyone to use ‘in good faith’.
Bloomberg New Energy Finance

Jun 18, 2014

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What’s the greenest car? A short guide to vehicle emissions
A guide to vehicle emissions of four petrol cars and electric vehicles using four different types of electricity (coal, oil, gas and solar).
Lindsay Wilson

Apr 29, 2014

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The 5 key elements of sustainable transport
A great graph on the carbon intensity of travel – from flights to bicycles. And 5 tips on making transport more sustainable.
Lindsay Wilson

Apr 11, 2014

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