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Electric vehicle legislation stuck in the Senate as Greens and Labor debate what should be included

Electric vehicle legislation is a Labor election promise that could make popular models, such as the Nissan Leaf, up to $2,000 cheaper for some individuals and $9,000 cheaper for employers who run fleets.

Aussie electric vehicle sales charge ahead

Aussie electric vehicle sales charge ahead

The latest vehicle sales figures have revealed the growing demand for electric cars in Australia though they still account for just 2.7 per cent of the market.

NSW dam levels reach 100 per cent capacity in many regions

NSW dam levels reach 100 per cent capacity in many regions

Authorities say regional NSW dams are at their fullest since the 1990s ahead of a third La Nina is hanging around this spring.

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New car sales rebound as electric vehicle purchases hit record high, says Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries data. But delivery delays are far from over

Taken at face value, you could be forgiven for thinking supply bottlenecks are easing and Australians are getting more access to electric vehicles. But that's not necessarily the case.

Vehicle sales surge as Aussies go electric

Electric cars have claimed a record share of the Australian vehicle market in August as total sales surged by more than 17 per cent.

Car companies face pressure to leave Australian industry group after documents reveal its lobbying on emissions

Automotive industry body’s push for weaker fuel efficiency standards sparks call for companies moving to EVs to ‘vote with their feet’

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The speed bumps on the road to EV adoption

Australia is accelerating its EV adoption, but there are some road blocks to clear if battery electric vehicles are to contribute to net-zero emissions.

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Fossil-fuel vehicle ban risks driving up prices, outlawing utes, industry warns

Fossil-fuel vehicle ban risks driving up prices, outlawing utes, industry warns

It was unclear whether there would be enough affordable electric vehicles available by 2035, the Australian Automotive Dealer Association said.

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Niche players could be the key to reviving car manufacture in Australia

Niche players could be the key to reviving car manufacture in Australia

The hurdles to rebooting car manufacture in Australia are daunting. But some believe a niche strategy could be key to redeveloping the industry.

Supply issues continue for vehicle market

Supply issues continue for vehicle market

Global supply issues continue to cause problems for the Australian vehicle market with sales falling by almost 10 per cent in June.

Electric vehicles are racing ahead overseas, so why isn't that happening in Australia?

Electric vehicles are racing ahead overseas, so why isn't that happening in Australia?

Australia's position as a laggard in the global EV race is unlikely to change despite the election of a more clean-transport-friendly Labor government, say industry experts.

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