2021 FCAI Australian car CO2 report: Slight reductions, behind targetMike Costello With no government-led CO2 scheme, the car industry has its own. While the 2030 target is what matters, most brands are behind their goal. 3 weeks ago
NSW Senator says Mercedes-Benz misled Senate over agency switchMike Costello Labor Senator Deborah O’Neill accuses luxury car brand of lying to the Senate and hurting dealers, something the company strongly contests. 4 weeks ago
Fuel excise cut is lowering petrol prices already, says ACCCMike Costello Consumer watchdog says fuel stations are passing on the excise cut, but peak bodies for car brands and dealers both want deeper tax reforms. 4 weeks ago
Government cuts fuel excise in half for six monthsMike Costello Petrol and diesel prices should fall by 22 cents per litre for six months, provided cuts to petrol and diesel excise are passed on. 1 month ago
Hydrogen superhighway to link Victoria with QueenslandJack Quick The three eastern Australian states have agreed to collaborate on a $20 million renewable hydrogen refuelling superhighway for heavy trucks.1 month ago
The future is electric because car brands have chosen it – TritiumWilliam Stopford Tritium CEO Jane Hunter has said Australians shouldn't be forced into electric vehicles right away, but should be told that's where the market is going.4 months ago
Labor Government outlines electric vehicle strategy, calls for tax incentivesWilliam Stopford The Labor Party’s electric vehicle and emissions strategy splits the difference between its 2019 plans and what the Federal Government has proposed. 4 months ago
Mobile phone detection cameras: How do they work?Vivek Shah Using your smartphone while driving has always been a bad idea. State governments around the country have now been introducing technology to ensure it remains that way. 5 months ago
COP26: Every carmaker that pledged to stop selling fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040William Stopford The likes of Ford and GM have pledged to stop selling fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040, but giants like Toyota and Volkswagen have stayed mum.5 months ago
Government to fund electric car infrastructure, won't offer subsidiesWilliam Stopford The Government's latest EV plan doesn't include federal emissions standards, tax incentives or subsidies, but does co-fund more home chargers.5 months ago
NSW electric car incentive package passes into lawMike Costello Australia's most populous state is now the best place to buy an EV, after its support package made it through parliament.6 months ago
VicRoads: $22,000 bonuses being offered to keep employees in private switchScott Collie Employees at VicRoads are being offered bonuses up to $22,000 to stay in the jobs, as the Andrews Government gears up to take registration and licensing private. 7 months ago
