Analysis by CBA shows that new emissions standard will push total cost of ownership of an EV below that of a comparable ICE car.
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Australian transport company to power 30-strong electric truck fleet with off-grid solar and batteries
Transport and logistics company to create a 30-strong electric truck fleet that will be used for metro deliveries but will be powered and charged only by a massive off-grid solar and battery system.
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Family to set off on 9-month trek towing a caravan in an electric EV9
Despite the naysayers, the ‘big lap’ is almost old news. Between a 10-day sprint in a Tesla Model Y late last year, a woman taking a solo lap in a…
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Retirees spend $7,500 to install one of Australia’s only private kerbside EV chargers
Melbourne couple without off street parking were getting frustrated with chargers in the area that were broken or in use, and so decided to invest in their own kerbside EV charger.
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Tesla to launch its EV “charge on solar” Powerwall product in Australia on Friday
A long awaited part of the Tesla app will finally launch in Australia on Friday, allowing owners of Tesla Powerwall batteries to charge their EVs with excess solar from their power system.
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China’s Chery to release its first EV into Australia market mid year
Chinese car manufacturer Chery has confirmed it will launch the electric version of the Omoda 5 in Australia by mid-2024, its first EV in the local market.
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“It was fantastic:” Tesla towing caravan with solar and batteries completes “Big lap” of Australia
A Tesla Model 3 towing a caravan that originally had the “aerodynamics” of a brick completes big lap of Australia, with the help of extra solar and more battery storage.
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Wallbox teams up with Plenti to connect EV drivers with renewable power
Wallbox and Plethi unveil new platform that is being touted as for renewable energy products, electricians and EV drivers can be connected.
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RACV to replace first generation Tritium chargers around Victoria
RACV announces an upgrade of 24 public fast chargers, and 22 at chargers at RACV clubs and resorts, with first generation Tritium chargers to be replaced by another brand.
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Amber raises $29m to help EV owners make money out of vehicle-to-grid systems
Amber raises significant funds to help it expand home battery and vehicle-go-grid systems, and to expand overseas.
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