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Nissan launches sustainable finance framework to fund electric vehicle and sustainable technologies

Green Car Congress

Nissan Motor is launching a sustainable finance framework to help fund its next-generation electrified vehicles, batteries, environmental technologies, and new mobility services. Funding entities will include both Nissan Motor Co., The framework addresses four key pillars: Use of Proceeds.

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Tesla revenue from NZ EV rebates hint at potential IRA benefits [Feature]

Teslarati

Tesla doubled its revenue after New Zealand’s Clean Car policy introduced rebates to decarbonize its fleet. Tesla New Zealand’s revenue hints at the potential benefits of the United States Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Tesla New Zealand’s revenues in the past show an increase in EV adoption.

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You’re outta here! Chevrolet Silverado EV won’t be coming to Australia

EV Central

The shock news was confirmed to EV Central at this month’s 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD launch by Jess Bala, Managing Director of Chevrolet’s local outpost GM Australia and New Zealand. That said, an EV RHD conversion is a much simpler job than one on a combustion vehicle. The post You’re outta here!

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

Drive Electric

RE: Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill. Drive Electric supports the Land Transport (Clean Vehicles) Amendment Bill (‘the Bill’) and encourages New Zealand to be ambitious. The technology is ready and available to make this transition in the light vehicle fleet. Parliament Buildings.

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What is the difference between BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs?

Drive Electric

The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is well upon us. As EVs are becoming more popular on New Zealand roads, it’s worth learning which types of EVs are available and a bit more about the technology that powers them. . WHAT IS A BEV (BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLE)? BEVs are low-maintenance vehicles.

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Drive Electric Submission: Auckland Transport Parking Strategy

Drive Electric

Drive Electric is a not-for-profit advocacy organisation supporting the uptake and mainstreaming of e-mobility in New Zealand, a key part of decarbonising transport. We have framed this response around our mission, which is to accelerate the uptake of e-mobility in New Zealand. Key recommendations: 1.

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Confirmed: 2023 BYD Dolphin is Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle: EVs go mainstream as new model undercuts the MG4

EV Central

The incoming BYD Dolphin will launch in Australia this year from $38,890, earning the Chinese brand the title of Australia’s cheapest electric vehicle. Driving range should be around 340kms on a single charge. If that’s the case, expect the cheapest model to get a 44.9kWh battery and a single electric motor producing 70kW.

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