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British startup Hydrohertz has patented a thermal management technology dubbed ‘Dectravalve’, which early testing suggests could cut electric vehicle fast-charging times by more than two-thirds while boosting battery performance and efficiency.  It has the potential to enable vehicle manufacturers to quickly boost the appeal of electric vehicles in a cost-effective way, without waiting for next-generation … Continue reading Startup rethinks EV thermal management

Australia’s independent automotive repair sector is facing one of its most complex periods of change, as electric vehicles (EVs), advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and an influx of Chinese-built models reshape the way workshops operate. These shifts are highlighted in the Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association’s (AAAA) 2025 Critical Issues Report, released at the Bridgestone Family … Continue reading AAAA critical issues report highlights EVs, ADAS and new car brands

Australia’s drive to reach net-zero emissions by 2050 is intensifying with a recently announced 2035 emissions reduction target of up to 70 per cent – but industry debate reveals both progress and friction in terms of low-emission transport, the adoption of electric vehicles, and a big missed opportunity when it comes to refrigerants. Global scrutiny … Continue reading The road to Net Zero: progress and friction

Tasmania has launched its first hydrogen-powered public transport initiative with three fuel cell buses now operating across Hobart’s Metro network, powered by locally produced green hydrogen as part of the state’s push toward net-zero emissions by 2030. The hydrogen electric buses (HEB), manufactured by Foton with fuel-cell systems developed by SinoHytec and Toyota, form part … Continue reading Tasmania maps out hydrogen-powered bus fleet and fuelling

Australia has taken a significant step into the hydrogen economy with the launch of its first publicly accessible renewable hydrogen refuelling station in Geelong, Victoria, as the nation positions itself to become a major player in the global clean energy market. The $62 million Viva Energy Hub facility, which opened on June 13, 2025, marks … Continue reading Hydrogen still finding its feet as a transport fuel

Researchers from the United States have developed nano-engineered solid-state cooling technology claimed to be twice as efficient as current thermoelectric systems, with the potential to revolutionise refrigeration and climate control across multiple industries. The innovation from Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Maryland, developed with Samsung Research engineers, offers a scalable, energy-efficient alternative to … Continue reading Nano-engineered cooling tech could render vapour compression obsolete

Australia’s refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) industry continues to grow in scale and importance, with over 113,000 current ARCTick permit holders as of 30 June 2025. This includes 90,966 Refrigerant Handling Licence (RHL) holders and 22,357 Refrigerant Trading Authorisation (RTA) holders, underscoring the critical role RAC industry plays in environmental protection and technical excellence. Continue reading ARC Insights: Driving sustainability and skills – the rise of automotive refrigerant licensing in Australia

Kleandrive has partnered with British public transport operator First Bus and heavy vehicle manufacturer Alexander Dennis to convert diesel buses to electric using innovative modular drivetrain tech. The collaboration will initially result in 30 Wrightbus Streetdeck double-deckers fitted with KleanDrive electric drivetrains. Continue reading Double-decker buses get a new life with EV swap

Australia’s road freight sector is struggling to decarbonise, despite a potential $36 billion opportunity in low-carbon liquid fuels, with regulatory fragmentation and infrastructure gaps hampering progress toward the nation’s 2050 net-zero target. Heavy trucks currently account for nearly 40 per cent of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions and around seven per cent of Australia’s total emissions … Continue reading Australian truck fleet struggles to decarbonise

Stellantis has partnered with battery technology company Ample to bring modular battery swapping to Madrid’s streets, aiming to revolutionise electric vehicle charging for car-sharing service Free2move through five-minute battery exchanges. The rollout features a fleet of Fiat 500e vehicles equipped with Ample’s modular battery packs that can be swapped for fully charged units in under … Continue reading Five-minute battery swap shops open in Madrid