Government Policy and Infrastructure news

Victoria introducing new tech to combat number-plate cloning

The Victorian government is introducing new hologram-enabled number plates to tackle the rise of forged, or 'cloned' plates

Hyundai will sell only electric cars in Norway

The South Korean carmaker will go all-in on electric vehicles in Norway, the world’s leader in EV adoption

Construction starts on South Australia’s EV charging network

South Australia is getting a much-needed boost to EV public charging infrastructure, with construction starting on an RAA network

Energy firm pledges to install up to 30,000 EV chargers around the country

Ausgrid is aiming to lower the cost barrier and make car charging more accessible and affordable

Australian Government funds largest electric truck delivery fleet trial

Your next ‘last mile’ parcel delivery in Sydney might be from an all-electric truck, but it’ll need to wait after this Christmas

Ford Mustang Mach-E: Australian launch looking likely as production ramps up

Ford’s rival to the Tesla Model Y and Volkswagen ID.4 will launch across the ditch next year, but an Australian launch is unconfirmed

Google Maps update helps find EV fast chargers

EV drivers now able to pinpoint fast chargers for their cars via latest version of Google's software

BP Pulse expands public EV charging options in Australia

Fuel giant BP has entered into the electric vehicle charging infrastructure game, amid growing interest and adoption in Australia

Businesses push for one million EVs on Aussie roads by 2027

An alliance of businesses has formed in Australia, and one of their goals is to add a million EVs to our roads over the next five years

What does Labor's budget mean for motorists?

The Albanese Government has released the 2022-23 budget with investments to decarbonise the fleet, infrastructure improvements, and local manufacturing

Mazda: 'Hybrids are the best of both worlds, MX-30 EV was only ever a niche product'

Marketing boss of the second best-selling brand Down Under says its only electric car so far was not supposed to be a chart topper

Federal Government to fund real-world fuel testing program for Australia’s most popular vehicles

The Federal Government will provide $14 million to the Australian Automobile Association to facilitate the real-world testing

How to keep your car's battery in good health

Not using the car as much? Here's how to keep your battery in tip top shape

Victorian Greens want to end road-user charge, drive EV uptake and revive manufacturing

Ahead of next month's Victorian state election, the Greens party has announced its proposed EV policy

Tesla owners' survey finds Aussie drivers 'not suffering range anxiety'

The report found owners are driving their vehicles 10,000-20,000km a year, and not using chargers as much as you'd think

Federal Government launches consultation on EV strategy

Australia can't afford to go at the pace other countries did, leaders say, we're already too far behind the curve

Government awards cash for EV chargers to be installed in NSW power poles

50 power poles will be adapted for EV owners without access to off-street parking

Nissan Ariya EV no closer to Australia; emissions regulations the sticking point

As with compelling models like the Ford Mustang Mach E, Nissan says it is forced to focus EV supply on markets where penalties and market demand require action

Australia's first electric vehicle summit: Everything you need to know

Our guide to all the hot topics covered at this year's event

Automotive lobby groups and ANCAP to consult Federal Govt on fuel-efficiency standards

Key industry bodies, including the FCAI and AADA, will consult the Federal Government on the forthcoming national electric vehicle strategy

New car emissions target finally on the cards: Federal Govt to launch consultation next month

The electric vehicle strategy will aim to improve EV supply in Australia and reduce emissions from the transport sector

'Australia isn’t ready for electric cars', says Mitsubishi boss

EV sales might be climbing – but big changes are needed, according to Shaun Westcott

Inflation and fuel prices leading many Australians to drive less, study finds

New research has found one-third of Australians are driving less, while one in four are now considering hybrid or all-electric vehicles

Industry body reveals 'three-point plan' to lower Australia's vehicle CO2

Comes as research finds if no action is taken just 18 per cent of local fleet will be fully-electric by end of the decade