ANCAP has raised concerns about the misuse of the Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicle (SEV) scheme, alleging that it is being exploited to import potentially unsafe second-hand electric vehicles (EVs). The…
A recent study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) revealed that hybrid vehicles are up to five times dirtier than EVs in terms of life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions.…
Vehicle safety authority ANCAP has recently released its latest Commercial Van Safety Report, marking the first time electric commercial vans have been tested alongside their diesel-powered counterparts. This round of…
Thailand is rolling out new incentives to boost joint venture (JV) investments between Thai and foreign companies in automotive parts manufacturing. The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) hopes these measures…
Despite tough economic conditions, Australia is set to achieve an annual milestone of 100,000 electric vehicle (EV) sales this year, according to the Electric Vehicle Council. The Australian Automobile Association’s…
Australia’s new car market reached an all-time high in July, with 99,486 vehicles sold, according to the latest figures from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI). This represents a…
New Zealand recorded 9,430 new vehicle registrations in July, marking a 21 per cent decline compared to 2023 and a 23 per cent drop from 2022. The Motor Industry Association…
The Australian Government announced a $100 million investment to expand electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging infrastructure nationwide. The Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC) awarded the funding to Ampol. This investment will…
The electric vehicle (EV) market in Southeast Asian countries is poised for significant growth, according to a recent report by Maybank Investment Bank Research. Several factors drive this growth, including…
Industry experts are calling for the implementation of “battery passport” systems, similar to those used in Europe, to manage and track electric vehicle batteries throughout their lifecycle. During a session…