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Researchers develop map of lithium distribution and concentration across Australia

Green Car Congress

A new study by a team from the University of Sydney and Geoscience Australia has mapped the concentration and distribution of lithium across Australian soil, providing crucial insights for identifying potential reserves in the country. 2023) “Digital soil mapping of lithium in Australia,” Earth Syst. Resources Ng, W., Minasny, B.,

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Tesla Australia & New Zealand celebrate 100,000 units on the road

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Tesla Australia and New Zealand recently celebrated having 100,000 units on the road. Tesla Executive Rohan Patel joined the celebration, dropping some facts about the company’s presence in Australia and New Zealand. This is just the start for Tesla [Australia and New Zealand],” Patel commented.

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Australia seals deal on vehicle standards after softening rules for utes and 4WDs

The Driven EV News

The post Australia seals deal on vehicle standards after softening rules for utes and 4WDs appeared first on The Driven. Federal government softens rules for 4WDs and utes as it finally wins approval for new vehicle emissions standards from legacy car lobby.

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Why Australia bowed to the demands of makers of expensive, luxury 4WDs

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The post Why Australia bowed to the demands of makers of expensive, luxury 4WDs appeared first on The Driven. The demands of the fossil fuel industry - and their millions of highly polluting Tonka trucks - have once again been placed above the health and wellbeing of local communities.

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LG Energy Solution partners with battery recycling branch in Australia

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LG Energy Solution (LGES) is partnering with Envirostream’s recycling branch, Lithium Australia, to recycle lithium-ion batteries. According to the company’s announcement, its partnership could position Envirostream at the forefront of the battery recycling market in Australia. LG Energy Solution warned of slow revenue growth in 2024.

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Tesla second V4 supercharger site in Australia under construction

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Tesla's next-generation superchargers are being installed at a second site in Australia. The post Tesla second V4 supercharger site in Australia under construction appeared first on The Driven.

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Australia under pressure to buckle on EV rules after US makes changes

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The post Australia under pressure to buckle on EV rules after US makes changes appeared first on The Driven. The federal government has been urged by the car lobby to keep its emission-cutting vehicle rules on track after the US revealed big changes to its fuel-efficiency standards.