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Uber’s surge plan to bring 10,000 electric vehicles into Australia
The ride-share giant is partnering with local distributor EVDirect on an emissions-free option for businesses.
- by Mike Foley
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US investigators widen probe into Tesla’s business practices
The US Department of Justice has expanded its inquiry into the company to include how far its electric cars can travel on a full charge and look at “personal benefits” to high-ranking executives.
- by Jack Ewing
EV tax ruling a multibillion-dollar headache for Albanese government
Treasurer Jim Chalmers is considering controversial reforms to replace lost revenue from fuel excise taxes as electric vehicle uptake accelerates.
- by Mike Foley
Tesla’s profits plunge 44 per cent after it cuts prices to boost sales
Tesla’s profit slumped in the third quarter after the carmaker cut prices to maintain its dominance of the market for electric cars.
- by Jack Ewing
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Tim Pallas
‘Caught everyone off guard’: High Court zaps state electric vehicle tax
The court ruled Victoria’s levy on electric vehicles is unconstitutional, in a landmark judgment that means other states also face future budget problems.
- by Miki Perkins
Gina Rinehart’s raids sink Liontown lithium takeover
US chemical giant Albemarle has pulled the pin on its proposed takeover of Liontown Resources in the face of a series of raids by Australia’s richest person, Gina Rinehart.
- by Simon Johanson
Opinion
Renewables
The world’s EV battery revolution through the eyes of Goldman Sachs
The race is on with a creative explosion in battery technology – and the world is divided.
- by Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
Land Rover rivals battle it out to be the royal family’s new car
A contest for the King’s affections is being played out behind closed doors at Balmoral with two rival British car manufacturers knocking at his door.
- by Victoria Ward
China’s big threat: A car maker that loses $55,000 on each car
It nearly ran out of cash in 2020 and losses continue to pile up. But Nio is a shining example of why Chinese electric car companies are taking over.
- by Keith Bradsher
Yes, you can do a road trip using an electric car. Here’s how
If, with the best eco-friendly intentions, you want to rent an electric vehicle, here’s what you need to know – and some of the best places to go.
- by Brian Johnston
Service stations hire staff to stop drivers fighting over car chargers
Britain’s biggest motorway service station provider has brought in marshals to police “charge rage” among electric vehicle drivers fighting to use plug-in points.
- by Jonathan Leake