Mike Costello
Hyundai 'excited' by chance to shape Australia's national EV plan
The company's focus is to get as many EVs into the country as it can, but says demand will outstrip supply well into 2023.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
National EV Strategy: Government releases consultation paper
The government wants Australians to have their say on a National Electric Vehicle Strategy to increase the supply and uptake of EVs.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Fuel excise cut ends this week
The previous government's six-month fuel excise cut ends on September 28, meaning petrol will be subject to a higher tax rate.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Australians think all fuel excise should go back into roads – survey
The Australian Automobile Association finds people tend to be ok with excise increasing, so long as it only funds transport initiatives.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Australia's transport emissions remain high despite EV growth – report
Australia’s car emissions flatline as EVs take-off, claims the government-backed National Transport Commission.
3 Years Ago
William Stopford
Coalition slams Government’s EV incentives bill
The Labor Government can't guarantee support from the Coalition in passing its EV incentives bill through the Senate.
3 Years Ago
James Wong
Volkswagen: EVs, newer engines on the radar thanks to Federal policy
VW's local arm is keen to finally offer its latest, most efficient drivetrains in Australia, on the back of new Federal legislation.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
EV chargers coming to NSW power poles in $2 million trial
A trial is set to see 50 EV chargers be installed on street-side power poles in NSW for EV owners without off-street parking.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Committee for Sydney wants all new cars to be EV from 2027
A new report says Sydney is not on track to meet its net zero obligations, and proposes a far steeper EV ramp up.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
California demands new cars be EV or PHEV from 2035
The proposed ban on brand new internal-combustion-only vehicles in the USA's biggest state, from 2035, has been enacted.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
South Australia pledges new licensing rules for powerful cars
The SA Government wants a new licencing scheme for drivers who want to drive high-powered cars, and to also ban turning off traction control.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Derided FCAI supports 'courageous' Government EV push
The controversial lobby group for Australia's car brands says it supports the push for a National Electric Vehicle Strategy.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
VW Group Australia claims to hold 'leadership position' in EV discussion
But should Government create binding CO2 targets as expected, VW Group Australia will be expected to turn today's EV trickle into a flood.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Dumping ground no more? Australian Government's affordable EV push
The EV Strategy is a plan to improve uptake, affordability and choice – with the belated introduction of binding CO2 reduction targets.
3 Years Ago
Mike Costello
Young regional Victorians being paid to trade in their old clunkers
If you live in regional Victoria and drive an unsafe old car, you might be able to get $5000 towards a newer replacement.
3 Years Ago
Jack Quick
VicRoads: Free licence testing officially kicks off
Learner and probationary licence testing is now free in Victoria, and soon responsible Victorian drivers will get licence renewal discounts.
3 Years Ago