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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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“False and misleading:” Tesla quits Australia car lobby over emission standards

The Driven EV News

US automaker Tesla has spectacularly resigned from Australia’s peak automotive organisation, claiming the group is spreading “false and misleading” information about vehicle efficiency standards that could hurt the industry.

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Why the “weakening” of US car pollution standards should not impact Australia

The Driven EV News

Auto industry analyst says changes to US car pollution regulations have been driven by carmakers, unions and the fossil fuel industry. In Australia, the EVC says the government should hold course. The post Why the “weakening” of US car pollution standards should not impact Australia appeared first on The Driven.

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Volkswagen quits Australian auto industry lobby over emissions standards – Charged EVs

Baua Electric

As regular Charged readers know, when it comes to EVs, legacy automakers tend to follow two tracks—while preparing for the transition, and telling the media about how committed they are to electrification, they simultaneously participate in trade groups that actively lobby against emissions standards and other pro-EV regulations.

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EV strategy: Australia delays fuel efficiency standards for more “consultations”

The Driven EV News

Australian government confirms it will introduce Fuel Efficiency Standards, but wants to have more consultation with industry. The post EV strategy: Australia delays fuel efficiency standards for more “consultations” appeared first on The Driven.

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Sales jump, but industry warns Australia still an “afterthought” for EV makers

The Driven EV News

Australia’s peak electric vehicle body again calls for vehicle emissions standards, as EV sales leap, but still lag well behind other key markets. The post Sales jump, but industry warns Australia still an “afterthought” for EV makers appeared first on The Driven.

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Mitsubishi Fuso to deliver 20 eCanter trucks to Australia Post

Green Car Congress

Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation will deliver 20 units of the all-electric eCanter truck to the Australia Post fleet. In October, Australia Post will become the first local customer to integrate the electric light-duty truck into its daily operations.

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