Toyota has pledged to boost its global production rate for hybrid cars by 30 per cent within the next two years. GLOBAL BOOST Earlier in February, Nikkei Asia reported that Toyota announced…
Malaysia’s Proton is offering a trade-in incentive of up to MYR 4,000 (AUD 1,453) for vehicles 20 years and older. CASH FOR OLD CARS According to the company’s official statement earlier this year, the option to trade-in with Proton is…
The latest results from the AAA’s Real-World Testing Program (RWTP) show that many popular models continue to use more fuel on the road than lab figures suggest. Twelve of the…
New Zealand Parliament has passed legislation to temporarily reduce Clean Vehicle Standard charges, preventing additional costs from being passed on to consumers. The changes will take effect from 1 January…
The journey toward industrial decarbonisation is accelerating across Australasia, and Net Zero Industrial Precincts (NZIPs) are emerging as one of the most practical models to achieve this. The concept, explored…
The Federal Government has released its new climate goal for 2035, following advice from the Climate Change Authority. The target calls for cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 62 to 70…
Australia’s freight sector is set for a major step towards cleaner transport with a new dedicated electric truck charging hub planned for Melbourne’s west. The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)…
Toyota New Zealand has partnered with Phoenix Recycling Group to ensure hybrid batteries are reused and recycled through a nationwide collection system. “When your hybrid battery reaches the end of…
The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) has urged key sectors of the economy, including mining, road freight, agriculture, fisheries, and forestry, to break their reliance on diesel.…
New real-world test results have shown that several popular electric vehicles (EVs) have less driving range than their official laboratory figures. The tests, part of the Australian Automobile Association's (AAA)…