Bowen says Australia’s small but growing fleet of EVs is saving 15 million litres of petrol a week
Federal energy and climate minister says Australia’s fleet of electric vehicles may be small – at least in global standards – but it is still saving 15 million litres of fuel per week. Bowen made the observation while holding a press conference to discuss the spectacular fire at the Viva Energy refinery at Corio, near […]
Hyundai says EVs now 20 pct of Australian orders as electric interest surges
South Korea car giant Hyundai says it has experienced a massive surge in interest in electric vehicles, which now account for 20 per cent of its order volume, up from 3 per cent before the fuel supply crisis emerged after the breakout of the latest Middle East war. The company says it has seen a […]
Europe’s Electric Truck Market Needs Faster Policy Action to Scale
Europe’s shift toward electric heavy-duty vehicles is gaining traction, but the road to large-scale adoption still depends heavily on faster policy alignment and infrastructure rollout. That is the key takeaway from a new white paper by Milence, which examines how ready European markets are for the transition to zero-emission road freight. Titled Bridging the Gap: […]
GAC Aion unveils battery-electric saloon with swappable battery from CATL
GAC Aion has been offering the battery-electric Aion RT in China since September 2024 and now adds a new variant: the Aion RT Super with a swappable battery. The mid-size saloon measures 4.87 x 1.88 x 1.52 metres and features a 2.78-metre wheelbase, while its electric motor delivers 150 kW. The new version integrates a […]
Canada Wants High-Speed Rail. Megaproject Reality Wants a Word.
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Canada’s revived high-speed rail (HSR) proposal deserves a serious hearing. It also deserves an outside-view assessment grounded in the history of rail megaprojects, not just the aspirations of sponsors and advocates. The current Alto proposal for a high-speed line between Toronto and Québec City is […]
The new Mercedes-Benz EQS debuts with smarter features, faster charging, and 925 km of range
Mercedes‑Benz has introduced the new 2027 EQS, a deeply reengineered evolution of its flagship electric sedan that brings major advances in efficiency, computing power, comfort and design. More than a quarter of the vehicle’s components are newly developed or significantly updated, marking one of the most substantial product renewals in the brand’s electric portfolio. At […]
Beyond the CEO Title, Anja van Niersen, a story about tuning in before taking ‘charge’
Building something that truly matters Anja van Niersen, CEO Milence Milence is on a mission to build Europe’s leading charging network for electric trucks, but behind the ambition lies a woman who didn’t wait for direction. In 2021, Anja van Niersen was invited to advise on a new joint venture between Volvo Group, Daimler […]
One Of The Coolest Retro EVs Gets A New Feature That Makes It Even Cooler
The funky, retro-looking Renault 4 electric crossover is getting a new feature that harks back to the original. The addition is part of a minor technical upgrade that comes just one year after the car went on sale in Europe. New stuff includes a water-to-water heat exchanger that can significantly reduce charging times in freezing […]
How EV Charging Stations for Hotels Are Redefining Guest Satisfaction
As electric vehicles become mainstream, EV charging stations for hotels are no longer a niche amenity—they’re a growing guest expectation. From improving satisfaction and loyalty to future‑proofing infrastructure, the right charging strategy can help hospitality properties stay competitive in an increasingly electrified travel landscape. Why Drivers Need EV Charging at Hotels Although about 80% of […]
Tesla is facing up to $14.5 billion in lawsuits — and it’s only getting worse
Tesla is currently fighting on more than 20 active litigation fronts, ranging from Autopilot wrongful death suits to securities fraud and racial discrimination — with total potential financial exposure reaching as high as $14.5 billion. The company’s “hardcore litigation department” and its “corporate puffery” defense strategy have failed to stem the tide. The situation is […]