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EVC backs NSW government’s investment in EV-friendly road trips

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The NSW government’s investment in EV charging stations on nine iconic road trips will make it easier for Australians to explore the state in an EV while supporting sustainable tourism, according to the Electric Vehicle Council. The EV-friendly routes take drivers through some of NSW’s top tourist destinations, including the Central Coast to the Hunter … Continued

Pine Island New Energy Partners and Type One Energy Announce Collaboration to Mature Fusion Energy Supply Chain

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn.–BUSINESS WIRE– Pine Island New Energy Partners (PINEP), a private equity firm, and Type One Energy, the leading stellarator fusion company in the market, today announced their strategic collaboration to accelerate the maturation of a more robust supply chain for the fusion energy industry. As the global fusion sector moves aggressively toward commercialization, the … Continued

Helping Bunbury and Busselton Pilots To Communicate Effectively

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The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) invites pilots of all licence categories to attend upcoming pilot safety seminars in Bunbury and Busselton next week. Each year, CASA’s aviation safety advisors host free seminars across Australia to help pilots refresh their skills, enhance their knowledge, and improve flight safety. Effective communication is essential to flight safety, particularly … Continued

Piedmont Lithium to Release Fourth Quarter & Full Year 2024 Results on February 20, 2025

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BELMONT, N.C.–BUSINESS WIRE– Piedmont Lithium Inc. (“Piedmont,” the “Company”) (Nasdaq: PLL; ASX: PLL), a leading North American supplier of lithium products critical to the U.S. electric vehicle supply chain, today announced that it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results prior to the Nasdaq open on Thursday, February 20, 2025. The Company … Continued

XPENG announces its official launch in the UK, showcasing smart mobility lineups including world’s first AI-defined vehicle and flying car

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XPENG officially enters the UK, strengthening its global footprint. Showcases for the first time in the UK its AI-defined future mobility ecosystem from Smart EVs to flying car. Right-hand-drive flagship SUV XPENG G6 on sale with launch price from £39,990, deliveries to start in March 2025. 20 dealerships set to open in the UK, 2025, … Continued

Rex Survival is critical

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12 February 2025: The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) supports the idea that the Federal Government should be the buyer of last resort of Regional Express Holdings (Rex) given the first option should always be for a private buyer.   With around $11.5 million in outstanding payments owed to travel agents predominantly in regional and … Continued

Vehicle-to-grid roadmap a turning point for Australia’s energy future

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The Electric Vehicle Council has described the release of a national roadmap that enables EVs to connect to the grid as a crucial step towards lowering power bills and stabilising the grid. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has today released a National Roadmap for Bidirectional EV Charging, which outlines modelling, opportunities and recommendations. Electric Vehicle … Continued

RACV PROVIDES REMINDER TO PREVENT CHILDREN BEING LOCKED IN HOT CARS

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To prevent children being locked in hot cars, RACV is appealing to all parents and carers to adopt safe behaviours this summer. In 2024, RACV received 653 calls from parents and carers seeking help to free children accidentally locked in vehicles. RACV General Manager Automotive Services Makarla Cole warned that cabin temperatures can climb rapidly, … Continued

NVES helping the suburbs more than the inner city

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Australians living in the outer suburbs and earning middle incomes will have access to modern and fuel efficient cars that will save them up to $3,000 per year under the New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES), according to the Electric Vehicle Council. The vehicle efficiency standard is about driving down prices for cleaner cars in Australia. … Continued

Australia charges ahead with major EV infrastructure funding boost

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The Electric Vehicle Council has welcomed the allocation of new federal government funding that will see hundreds of new kerbside chargers installed in Australia. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $2.4 million for EVX Australia to install 250 kerbside chargers providing 500 charge points, across metropolitan and regional areas in New South Wales, … Continued