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Australia completes first standards-compliant V2G energy discharge

Australia has recorded its first successful vehicle-to-grid (V2G) energy discharge using the latest international bidirectional charging standard. This marks a step forward in the development of standards-based V2G technology. The…

Anby AlcomendasJune 24, 2026

Electric Vehicles News

Industry body cautions against additional EV repair licensing

The Motor Trades Association of Australia (MTAA) has warned against introducing new licensing requirements for electric vehicle servicing and repair. They argue that existing training and safety frameworks are already…

Anby AlcomendasJune 17, 2026

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Trucking body calls for suspension of RUC until end of the year

Australia’s road freight industry is urging the Federal Government to extend the suspension of the Road User Charge (RUC) for heavy vehicles, warning that reinstating the levy from 1 July…

Anby AlcomendasJune 17, 2026

Electric Vehicles News Safety

Mobile DC chargers to be trialled for emergency response

A mobile DC fast charger designed for roadside assistance applications will be trialled from June. This testing will focus on demand, operational performance and suitability for emergency EV charging. The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV) will…

Anby AlcomendasJune 17, 2026

News Safety

New Gen Commercial Vans Deliver Strong Safety Performance

Five commercial vans have received updated safety gradings in ANCAP's latest Commercial Van Safety Comparison, with the results showing continued improvements in active safety technology across the light commercial vehicle…

Anby AlcomendasJune 17, 2026

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Thai auto industry groups ask government to rehaul EV policy

Thai auto industry groups are lobbying and urging the government to change its current EV policy, set to end in 2027. Banding together A group of 10 auto associations in Thailand came…

Antonina JosonJune 10, 2026

News Southeast Asia

Vietnam’s ride-hailing service Green SM expands to India

Vietnam-based ride-hailing electric vehicle (EV) service Green SM (GSM) recently expanded its operations to India. New in New Delhi Owned by Vingroup, the EV ride-hailing service operates in parts of Europe and…

Antonina JosonJune 10, 2026

Electric Vehicles News Sustainability

EV uptake and renewable growth help drive emissions decline

Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions have fallen to their lowest level since the COVID-19 pandemic, with growing electric vehicle adoption and expanding renewable energy generation contributing to the decline. New national…

Anby AlcomendasJune 10, 2026

News Safety

Updated Heavy Vehicle National Law to launch in August

Australia’s amended Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) will officially commence on 1 August 2026, with the release of a new suite of statutory instruments designed to support the transition to a more…

Anby AlcomendasJune 10, 2026

Electric Vehicles News

Inquiry finds misinformation slowing EV adoption

Misinformation about electric vehicles (EVs), charging infrastructure and battery technology is slowing EV adoption in Victoria, according to a new parliamentary inquiry examining how electric vehicles can be better integrated…

Anby AlcomendasJune 10, 2026

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