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The cost of buying an electric vehicle could rise by thousands of dollars for some motorists if fringe benefits tax rules are changed after the election. Automotive groups warn drivers in outer metropolitan suburbs could be hit hardest by the change, which would raise transport costs for some while fuel tax cuts lowered costs…
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Cambridge-based Nyobolt has raised $30 million in new funding, bringing its total investment to $100 million. The round was led by IQ Capital and Latitude, with participation from strategic partners including Scania Invest and Takasago Industry. The company specializes in high-power ultrafast charging technologies, with applications across EV, heavy-duty transport, and power-intensive sectors like…
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The BMW Group has announced HypersonX, a new EV soundscape concept it will offer in its forthcoming vehicles built on the Neue Klasse platform. Developed by the BMW Group Sound Design Studio, it comprises 43 sound signals and special driving sounds for Personal Mode and Sport Mode. This multi-dimensional spectrum dynamically adapts the sounds…
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Geely’s first branded EV in Australia, the EX5 SUV, which also happens to be one of the cheapest ground-up EV offerings in the market, has received a five-star ANCAP safety rating. Starting at $40,990 for the entry-level Complete variant, the new EX5 scored well in all areas, including adult and child occupant protection, vulnerable…
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Advances in technology and a drop in green metal prices has seen predictions of EV battery prices falling by almost 50% by 2026. We look at what’s driving this and what it means for OEMs and the wider adoption EVs globally. The EV battery is an important element in the overall cost and performance…
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EnergyHub, a provider of grid-edge flexibility solutions, has partnered with GM Energy, a business unit of General Motors, to integrate GM’s EVs and home energy storage solutions into EnergyHub’s network of utility and market programs across the U.S. This collaboration will allow eligible owners of EVs under GM’s Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac brands, or…
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Elon Musk’s controversial political views and actions have sparked an exodus from X (formerly Twitter), his social media platform, and mass protests against his car company, Tesla. Dealerships in the US and beyond have experienced peaceful protests and occasional vandalism, while sales are down almost everywhere and the company has lost almost half its…
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The iconic British brand enters a new era drives as its Electric Woke becomes the first low-volume EV to earn CARB approval, increasing its global availability. Moke International, the owner of the iconic 1964 European ‘Moke’ trademark, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the world’s first low-volume EV manufacturer to receive approval from…
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Changan Automobile has announced plans to launch its three EV brands, Chang-an, Deepal and Avatr, in Europe at an event in Germany. For the OEM, this expansion marks the latest step in its ‘Vast Ocean Plan’ through which it is aiming to reaffirm its commitments to technological innovation and sustainability. This launch builds upon…
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Australia is often seen as a laggard in the uptake of electric vehicles, but as Fully Charged’s Rob Llewellyn noted in a recent episode of The Driven podcast, it is striking the number and variety of Chinese EV brands that are found in the market – more, he says, than in Europe. Chinese EV…
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UK Power Networks has published a new ‘insiders’ guide’ to streamline the process of designing and installing EV chargepoint hubs, addressing the complexities involved in connecting these facilities to the electricity grid.The guide focuses specifically on land consents required before applying for grid connection, a crucial step that can significantly impact project timelines. With…
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Rivian has introduced a series of new features through an OTA update aimed at enhancing the driving experience, extending the scope of its vehicle’s performance and ADAS capabilities, and providing owners with more flexibility and customization across the ownership experience. At the height of this offering is the rollout of Rivian’s Enhanced Highway Assist…
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