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The Driven Podcast: Car makers clear first NVES hurdle as EV transition accelerates

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The first results from Australia’s New Vehicle Efficiency Standard are in, but with tougher limits coming, what does it mean for EV sales and the wider car market? We also discuss the Jaecoo J5, Hyundai Elexio, and why electric trucks could play a key role in Australia’s energy security.

You can find previous episodes of The Driven here, or on your favourite podcast platform.

The Driven Podcast is proudly brought to you by the Australian Electric Vehicle Association – Australia’s leading voice for EV consumers. AEVA members get access to a nationwide community of EV drivers, expert advice, local events, and the latest insights on electric transport.

Use code THEDRIVEN at thedriven.io/aeva to claim your $5 listener discount before April 30, and join the longest continuously running EV society in the world.

Sam is Chief Operating Officer for Renew Economy and EV Media. Sam has been working with Renew Economy and One Step Off The Grid since 2014 and with The Driven since its inception in 2017. Sam is an occasional contributor to both websites with particular interest in electric vehicles and social policy.

Sam Parkinson

Sam is Chief Operating Officer for Renew Economy and EV Media. Sam has been working with Renew Economy and One Step Off The Grid since 2014 and with The Driven since its inception in 2017. Sam is an occasional contributor to both websites with particular interest in electric vehicles and social policy.

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