Government Policy and Infrastructure news

Porsche Taycan proves crossing the Australian Outback in an EV is possible

With F1 star Mark Webber at the helm, a Taycan Cross Turismo made it from Darwin to Bondi

Mitsubishi Outlander PHEVs to expand Australia’s charging infrastructure

Jet Charge has been handed the keys to an Outlander PHEV fleet to support Australia’s EV charging station expansion, especially in remote regions

NSW to end EV rebate early to focus on charging infrastructure

New South Wales will end its electric vehicle rebate earlier than initially planned, though the state government will instead focus investment on charging infrastructure

Electric v Petrol: How much does it cost to charge vs fuel a car?

What are the running costs of an electric vehicle when compared to the internal combustion engined cars we've known for so long?

EV-sharing startup to serve Gold Coast apartment owners

Outbound has added its fifth high-end property partner to provide on-demand EV access for residents

Polestar wants lower emissions, not beat Tesla in sales figures

The Sino-Swedish EV maker isn’t set on beating Tesla at its own game

Tesla significantly expands Superchargers to all EVs in Australia, but...

All EVs can now access more Tesla Superchargers in Australia – if you’re willing to pay

Tesla V4 Superchargers expand to the UK, open to all EV types

Tesla’s new V4 Superchargers are rolling out to better suit non-Tesla EV models

Anti-pothole recycled roads to roll out in Victoria

Recycled materials will be paved in Victorian asphalt roads to help address waste, improve durability and save taxpayer’s money

Public EV charging satisfaction declining in the US

Unsurprisingly, a new study has found EV owners are dissatisfied with public charging stations – supporting the need to (ideally) plug in at home

Carmakers partner for new North American EV charging network, Australia still left out

Seven major automakers have teamed up to establish a North American EV charging network similar to Europe’s Ionity, but Australia is still left behind

NSW begins co-funding kerbside EV chargers

The NSW Government has started a co-funding initiative to encourage more streetside EV charging stations

The EU is boosting EV charger availability with new rules

The EU has approved rules that will boost EV charging availability along its core 27-country roads in line with fuel stations.

Evie Networks up EV charging prices again

It will again become pricier to charge your electric car on-the-go, as Evie Networks raises prices to contend with rising electricity costs.

Vehicle emissions rules could save Australia billions, report predicts

A new report has revealed major savings for all Australian new car owners and the economy – if the government sets strong vehicle emissions mandates.

Ampol EV chargers head into the shops

Fuel giant Ampol will enter shopping centres for the first time with its AmpCharge electric vehicle network

Victoria EV tax rises for 2023-24, as EV rebate ends early

The state will increase its controversial EV and PHEV tax again, as it abolishes its EV rebate reportedly early.

Chargefox pricing trial shows huge fluctuations in cost to users

The South Australian Government wants EV owners to charge during the day – but it’ll come at a cost if you can’t.

Westpac offers free charging with EV loans

Big bank Westpac will offer free limited Chargefox charging with a new EV finance loan

NRMA to end free charging, Chargefox trialing overstay fees, WA getting more chargers

The public fast EV charging landscape is shifting in Australia, with NRMA soon to end free charging and Chargefox initiating a trial of idling fees.

BYD, Polestar respond: Stock boosted for Victorians to beat EV rebate deadline

With Victoria’s EV rebate ending soon, some car brands are responding by pushing more stock so buyers can qualify for the handout before it expires

Luxury Car Tax (LCT) could be cut for EVs under EU trade deal

European-made EVs could become more attainable as the government considers lifting or exempting the controversial LCT.

Ford & GM switching to Tesla NACS EV chargers in North America

The landmark move will see the first non-Tesla car manufacturer integrate with its Supercharging network

Queensland Electric Super Highway to almost double by 2025

The state government-backed EV charging network will further expand in the next two years.