CleanTechnica EVs

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

The charging markets in Europe and the USA have many similarities, but also many differences. That is why this article is partly a copy of the previous article I wrote about the charging market in the USA. And the European transition to electric driving is a few years ahead of the USA. It is unbelievable […].

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 4, 2024

BMW is among the automakers leading the charge to meet a 2030 electric vehicle sales goal in the UK -- ahead of schedule, no less. The post Electric Vehicle Makers Hitting Targets For Petrol-Free Car Sales In UK appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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CleanTechnica EVs

DECEMBER 2, 2022

We now know why my Tesla Model 3 would not accept an emergency top-up charge from a […]. I have just spent the morning with the technical staff at Glenco Air & Power, experimenting with their Westinghouse portable generators and my Tesla Model 3. No one got hurt. The car didn’t blow up. Curiosity was satisfied.

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The Driven EV News

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Analysis by Australia's biggest bank shows the total cost of ownership of a fully electric MG ZS is the same as the petrol version - as long as the EV is charged by rooftop solar. The post An electric MG costs the same as a petrol MG – if you charge it with solar appeared first on The Driven.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 8, 2021

The study will consist of research and data modeling to assess feasibility for dynamic wireless charging in the UK and the potential for the first real-world demonstrator in the UK. L-R: ORNL’s Omer Onar and Veda Galigekere with the dynamic wireless charging test bed at ORNL’s Grid Research Integration and Deployment Center.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

By combining the benefits of supercapacitors and traditional lithium-ion batteries, the new lithium-carbon technology enables a full charge to be delivered in a similar time to refuelling an internal combustion-powered vehicle. The real challenge came in designing the electrical architecture capable of absorbing such high rates of charge.

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Australian petrol retailing giant Ampol has rolled out the first of its ‘at-destination’ AmpCharge electric vehicle (EV) charging bays as it seeks to expand its future business away from its… The post Ampol rolls out first EV charging bays located away from convenience stores appeared first on The Driven.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JANUARY 7, 2022

As many now know, Shell bought a major EV charging company, New Motion, in October 2017, and then also bought Greenlots in January 2019. Shell is continuing its transition into cleantech. True, it is only inches into the transition at this point, but each step (or inch) is interesting and seems worth highlighting.

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The Driven EV News

JUNE 28, 2023

Petrol retailer Ampol will install AmpCharge EV charging bays in multiple Mirvac branded shopping centres around the country, in a first for the company. The post Ampol to install EV charging bays in shopping centres around the country appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

MAY 1, 2024

A breakthrough in battery chemistry promises to accelerate fast charging for EVs, making them as quick to charge as filling a petrol car at the pump. The post New battery chemistry promises 10-minute fast charge, or five minute top up for EVs appeared first on The Driven.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JANUARY 13, 2022

She is still driving her petrol Beamer, but some of the residents are playing with the idea of buying an electric vehicle. How do they manage charging? My friend Shirley is the chairperson of the body corporate in an apartment building by the sea, just north of Brisbane. What sort of chargers do they put […].

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EV Central

JUNE 16, 2025

READ MORE: Seven days with a Leapmotor C10: I’ll check back when you’ve finished it READ MORE: 2026 Leapmotor C10 EV updated with more range and better kit The REEV’s 28.4kWh battery is charged through plugging in or by using its 1.5-litre litre petrol engine, but only the electric motor turns the SUV’s rear wheels.

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EV Central

APRIL 18, 2025

The new generation has gone for a much more sophisticated pitch (read more expensive) and made itself a whole lot more relevant to a whole bunch of new car buyers in Australia by adding a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain to its line-up. litre petrol motor for repowering the 1.83kWh battery pack. It changes a lot. MG ZS Hybrid+ Excite.

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The Driven EV News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

More than two in three Australians intend to switch from petrol to electric vehicles, but are concerned about costs and whether the nation has enough charging stations. The post Most Australians intend to buy EVs, but still worry about where to charge appeared first on The Driven.

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EV Central

APRIL 11, 2025

The mid-sized five-seat SUV can cover up to 180km on electricity before reverting to its petrol engine. The best part is the plug-in hybrid system, which relies more on electrons than petrol. litre turbocharged petrol engine musters a modest 110kW and 230Nm. At 2075kg the H6GT is 395kg heavier than the petrol-only model.

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EV Central

JANUARY 25, 2025

And, of course, the Atto 3 now represents solid value against hybrid and petrol SUVs from Toyota, Mazda, Nissan and others. Standard gear includes smart key entry with the ability to use your phone as the key, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, faux leather trim, wireless phone charging and heated and power adjustable front seats.

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Get Electric Vehicle

MAY 18, 2025

When you drive an electric vehicle, the main concern is the distance that it can cover with a fully charged battery. If you are planning a long trip, then you have to check the availability of charging stations and plan the time required to charge at each station. The experience of EV charging is not similar to the gas filling.

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CleanTechnica EVs

MAY 14, 2024

continued] The post Cross Border Electric Charging Project, CROSS-E, to Install High-Power Charging Networks Across Europe appeared first on CleanTechnica.

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The Driven EV News

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

RACV annual survey says cheapest to own EV in Australia costs little more than the average monthly cost of a small petrol SUV, and also ranks cheapest to charge. The post The cheapest EV to own and run in Australia, and cheapest to charge appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Driers filling up their cars with petrol and diesel are used to the little things. The post At last, an EV fast charging site with shade, water, a windscreen washer, and even a bin appeared first on The Driven. Now, even EVs get to enjoy shade, water, windscreen cleaners and even a bin.

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EV Central

MARCH 16, 2025

Already confirmed for the right-hand drive UK market, the C-HR+ is a look-alike for the petrol C-HR sold in Australia already, but is actually a ground-up all-new EV Offered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive powertrains, the headline news is Toyota’s latest SUV will be capable of covering up to 600km on a single charge.

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EV Central

JUNE 21, 2025

The petrol engine’s been de-tuned, its 11.8kWh battery’s too small, 43km electric range isn’t enough and, starting from $71,990, it’s too expensive. The plug-in Ford managed the task using battery power alone, and this being Iceland, said battery was charged using hydro and geothermal power. 2025 Ford Ranger PHEV Stormtrak in Iceland.

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EV Central

APRIL 8, 2025

Introduced as the new entry-point in Alfa’s line-up, pricing will be announced closer to its arrival Down Under but it’s been tipped cars with the Ibrida power (petrol-electric hybrid) will be positioned significantly below the Tonale small SUV that is priced from $50,900 (before on-road costs). 2025 Alfa Romeo Junior.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Toyota Australia appears certain to add a petrol-electric hybrid to the new-generation Prado 250 Series SUV line-up as soon as this year. litre ‘i-FORCE MAX’ petrol-electric hybrid was initially put on the backburner for Australia, but that now appears to have changed. litre turbo-diesel engine. The post Get out of the way diesel!

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EV Central

MARCH 18, 2025

Impressively, the range only drops off to 771km on a full charge. Boosting efficiency, both versions bag a novel two-speed transmission, while DC fast-charging is rated up to 320kW. For those sticking with petrol-power, the CLA comes with an all-new turbocharged 1.5-litre 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA. 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA.

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The Driven EV News

JULY 20, 2022

Petrol retailer Ampol's first EV fast-charging site has opened to public in the Sydney suburb of Alexandria. The post First Ampol EV charger site goes live and is free until August appeared first on The Driven.

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EV Central

MAY 16, 2025

That screen will connect to your smart phone and youll get all the mod cons like wireless charging, a 360-degree camera, Subarus slightly intrusive Eyesight safety systems, heated front seats and nine airbags. Not actually a boxer on ecstasy, this is the hybrid veresion of the new Forester.

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Get Electric Vehicle

MARCH 16, 2025

With the surge of electric vehicles (EVs) , the need for effective and convenient charging solutions has increased substantially. Fast charging makes it easy and quick to refuel during moods; home charging, albeit inconveniently, is less costly and hassle-free. electric tractors, etc).

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The Driven EV News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Charging network says it changed payment methods because some drivers were using cards with insufficient funds, akin to "filling a car with petrol and driving away without paying." The post “Drivers committing fraud:” Why EV fast charging network had to change payment system appeared first on The Driven.

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EV Central

JUNE 16, 2024

The all-new 2024 Lotus Emeya is officially one of the quickest EVs to charge. During the record charging, the Lotus Emeya recorded a peak charging speed of 402kW using a 400kW DC charger before settling down to an impressive 331kW average. Lotus Emeya can charge from 10-80 per cent in 14 minutes, with a charging peak of 402kW.

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EV Central

MAY 1, 2024

Polestar has released the first details of its pioneering next-generation battery technology that will close the gap between recharging an EV and filling a combustion car with petrol. The key to the significant gain in charging speed is a new Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) tech developed by Israel-based battery pioneer StoreDot.

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Teslarati

AUGUST 3, 2021

Cars running on petrol and diesel engines made up 4.3% (451 vehicles) and 4.1% (430 vehicles) of new passenger car sales in Norway last month. Camilla Ryste, the Norwegian Automobile Association (NAF) communications manager, forecasted that petrol and diesel cars will be a “rare bird” on Norwegian roads. Credit: OFV).

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Tesla lands $US100 million deal to supply ultra-fast chargers to oil and petrol retailing giant bp, signalling a landmark shift in the world of EV charging. The post Tesla to supply ultra-fast EV chargers to bp in landmark $US100 million deal appeared first on The Driven.

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Electric Cars Report

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Research from leading electric vehicle charge point mapping service Zap-Map has shown that around a third of EV owners own a petrol or diesel vehicle too.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 18, 2020

Medium-sized battery-electric cars are on average 14% cheaper to run than equivalent diesels today, if slow charging overnight near home and/or fast charging at preferential rates are available. Charging is a key barrier for the uptake of EVs by professional drivers.

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EV Central

APRIL 28, 2025

Its time to ditch fuel excise altogether and make petrol cheaper. Of course, the billions in lost revenue (last financial year it reaped almost $16 billion) would have to be replaced, which is where a road user charge comes in. From diesel and petrol to hybrid and electric, make it the same whatever makes the car move.

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EV Connect

JUNE 25, 2024

In fact, there are four main types of electric vehicles each with its own charging requirements. This quick-reference guide outlines the different types of EVs on the market, how to charge them, and what you should know before heading to the showroom. How do you charge your battery electric vehicle?

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